SUMMER STOCK AUSTIN INTERNSHIPS
Launch Your Career in a Professional Repertory Season
Impact Arts’ Summer Stock Austin College Internships puts undergrad and grad students inside a professional repertory season run with Impact Arts and Texas Performing Arts (Professional Theatre on UT Austin Campus). Build credits and portfolio material while assisting pros across directing/choreography, design/tech, management, film/media, and arts admin as productions move from concept to curtain across partner shops and stages. Eligible for academic credit; some roles offer stipends.
SSA Internships 2026
Diverse Internship Opportunities
Dive into the heart of theatre and film production with internships that span a wide array of roles
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Mentored by the Arts Admin Director
Do the real work that reaches audiences, artists, and donors.
Support campaigns, events, email, and social
Coordinate outreach and donor communications
Help with Front of House and Theatre for All accessibility initiatives
Track tasks and data in shared tools.
Good fit if: organized, people-positive, clear communicator, self-starter
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Mentored by a Film/Content Lead (Producer/AD/Editor)
Special projects: BTS, short films, music videos, and social content.
Build schedules, call sheets, shot lists
Run set: keep coverage moving, cue teams/talent
Manage media organization
Package cuts and edit content for web/social, promo, and events
Good fit if: calm under pressure, great communicator, camera and/or editing skills
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Mentored by the Company Manager
Be the hub for all company members and operations.
Arrange housing/transport; greet arrivals
Send daily company reports and schedules
Coordinate meals
Assist payroll/AP; fulfill house seats; VIP/guest lists
Occasional run-crew/production coverage
Good fit if: service-minded, discreet, highly organized
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Mentored by the Production Manager
Keep the season on schedule and on budget.Build calendars; run check-ins; distribute notes
Track expenses; reconcile/report budgets
Coordinate between all production departments
Process POs/check requests; maintain databases
Occasional company management/run-crew support
Good fit if: detail-focused, flexible problem-solver
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Mentored by the Lead SM, Production Manager, and/or Company Manager
Work as a PSM, ASM, or PA on one or more productions
Build prompt book; run rehearsals and tech
Track props/costumes/quick changes
Call performances or run deck
Good fit if: clear communicator with prior SM experience
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Mentored by the Scenic Designer
Work with a professional Scenic designer to
Turn ideas into sets, from model to stage.Build scale/3D models and draft plates
Create paint elevations and set decorations
Assist with projections/media prep and handoffs
Support load-in/notes/strike
Good fit if: visually driven, organized, hands-on
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Mentored by the Music Director
Prep the casts, keep music accurate, and get music show-ready.
Take music notes; maintain change log
Create part-specific plunk tracks; run rehearsal tracks
Communicate edits to Sound/Audio; coordinate musicians
Good fit if: meticulous musician; keyboard/notation skills a plus
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Mentored by the Costume Designer & Wardrobe Head
Support fittings, design, quick-changes, and run of show.
Research/swatch/pull/shop; manage rentals & budgets
Attend fittings; update plots and change lists
Stitch/alter/crafts; maintain looks during runs
Good fit if: strong sewing skills; fast, collaborative worker
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Mentored by the Wig/Hair & Makeup Supervisor
Build, style, and maintain show-ready looks.
Ventilate/build; set/style wigs & facial hair
Prep specialty makeup; fittings and notes
Run shows: apply, quick-change, clean/repair
Good fit if: detail-oriented stylist who thrives under pressure
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Mentored by the Lighting Designer and/or Master Electrician
Help realize and run the lighting design and electrician work.
Read/update plots; paperwork
Hang/focus/patch; assist cueing and troubleshooting
Program the board
Maintain gear; strike/changeovers
Good fit if: practical electrics knowledge; console familiarity
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Mentored by the Technical Director/Shop Lead
Work in world-class fabrication shop at UT under professional TD and Team
Fabricate scenery (wood/metal/plastics/fabric)
Assist rigging and installs
Serve as deckhand: presets, shifts, changeovers, strike, restore
Good fit if: power-tool savvy; can lift 50+ lbs; safety-first
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Mentored by the Charge Artist
Work in world-class fabrication shop at UT to texture and finish scenery, drops, and large props.
Mix/match colors; produce samples
Faux finishes (wood/stone/metal) and drop layout
Touch-ups during tech/run; safe materials practice
Good fit if: strong drawing and paint fundamentals
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Mentored by the Properties Artisan
Create, source, and care for every prop.
Maintain prop lists; research & design support
Build/crafts/paint; shop and coordinate rentals & purchases
Rehearsal props; run maintenance & repairs
Maintain props throughout rehearsal and performances
Good fit if: resourceful maker with shop fundamentals
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Mentored by the Sound Designer/A1
implement, mix, and maintain the show’s sound and take care of microphones and tracking
Load-in: speakers, RF, patching, playback, microphone and element set-up
Program cues/scenes; troubleshoot during tech
Run as assistant A1 or A2; daily checks and maintenance; strike
Good fit if: hands-on audio tech with A1/A2 experience preferred
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Mentored by Directors and/or Choreographers
Join the artistic room in a learning/shadow capacity—ideal for aspiring directors and choreographers.Sit in on pre-production calls/meetings to learn planning and inter-departmental communication
Take rehearsal notes; document blocking and choreography; track changes
Lead or support small-group section work as assigned
Help assemble research/look books and reference decks; organize rehearsal footage/materials
Good fit if: observant • articulate • proactive • comfortable guiding small groups • movement/music literacy a plus
We are looking for folks with experience in theatre and/or film. Stipends are commensurate with experience and position. Some internships are unpaid and others range from $300-$1500 for an approximate 6-week commitment. Some positions have full or partial remote options.
All internships are mentored by working professionals (designers, department heads, or supervisors)
📍 Key Locations – SSA 2026
Where the work happens: rehearsal, remote prep, and final performances.
Dripping Springs, Texas
Texas Performing Arts Scene Shop
(UT Austin campus)
Remote (via Zoom, Slack, Google Drive)
To Be Determined – Greater Austin Area
Includes Costume, Props, Arts Admin, Management
McCullough Theatre @ UT Austin
Texas Performing Arts
Compensation, Credit & Eligibility
SSA offers a range of internship types, stipend opportunities, and academic credit pathways.
Unpaid roles are mentored, learning-focused entry points for candidates with little or no experience.
$300–$1,500 based on experience, aptitude, and role scope. Amount is finalized after interviews and stated in the offer letter.
Available through Austin Community College (ACC), or we’ll support credit through your home institution with forms, evaluations, and time logs.
Schedule, expectations, and stipend disbursement are outlined in the offer. Stipends are fixed amounts, not hourly wages.
In the audition form, you will be asked to submit the following:
• Resume
• Portfolio
• Statement of Purpose (VIDEO)
Network Building: Connect with a community of like-minded peers and industry contacts.
Skill Development: Hone your craft in a supportive, dynamic environment.
Why SSA?
Hands-on Experience: Get real-world experience in a fast-paced, professional atmosphere.
Mentorship from Industry Experts: Learn from seasoned professionals and acclaimed artists.
Internship FAQ
Common questions about SSA Internships, compensation, credit, and logistics.