INTERNSHIPS/FELLOWSHIPS

Fellowship Program
The Wilma Theater will begin accepting applications for all three fellowship positions for the 2010-2011 as of January 4, 2010. Fellowships in Production, Stage Management, and Education will be awarded to candidates who have demonstrated significant interest and experience in their chosen area and who possess a willingness to learn new skills required for the position. Fellows are employed full-time for the whole season and receive a $300 weekly stipend, full health coverage, and various other benefits. To apply, send your resume, a cover letter (specifying the fellowship to which you are applying and why you think it is a good fit for you) and at least two sealed letters of recommendation to The Wilma Theater no later than April 30, 2010.  Send all application materials to:  Anne K. Holmes, The Wilma Theater, 265 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107.

The Education Fellow will work closely with the Education Director. Duties will include researching, writing, and designing resource material for the Educator Guides; assisting/teaching school based outreach classes and on-site student workshops; collecting and compiling student assessment/survey data; taking and editing photos and video footage for website and printed materials, and assisting the education director with various other duties connected to our education programs. The successful candidate will have demonstrated a strong background in theater, excellent oral and written communication skills, a sound literary foundation, and interest in the field of theater education.

The Production Fellow will work closely with the Technical Director and Production Manager. Duties may include set construction and painting, load-in, strike, light hang/electrics, prop maintenance, and serving on running crew for productions. The successful candidate will have demonstrated significant previous experience in at least one of the above areas of production, as well as a willingness to learn new skills as required. Strong problem solving and communication skills, as well as adaptability, are a must.

The Stage Management Fellow will work closely with the Production Stage Manager, serving as the Assistant Stage Manager for all productions. Duties may include being on-book for rehearsals, creating contact sheets, organizing/tracking props, and serving on running crew for productions. The successful candidate will have demonstrated prior interest and experience in stage management, possess excellent communication skills, be detailed oriented and flexible.

Internship Program
The Wilma Internship Program provides opportunities for college students to gain valuable experience working at a highly respected regional theater. Interns will learn new skills while being mentored by experienced theater professionals. Our interns serve an important function at the Wilma and are treated as valued members of the staff. Although all interns are hired to work within a specific department, in a collaborative work environment like the Wilma most will end up assisting in other departments at some point during their time internship. Typically, Interns make a long-term commitment of at least 8 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks.  Academic credit can be arranged through your academic institution. All interns receive complimentary tickets to Wilma productions. At least 1 year of college is required for most Internships. Positions usually begin around the start of each academic semester but there is some flexibility with start and end times. Internships are unpaid positions, and no housing is provided. Wilma offers internships in the following departments:

Artistic/Literary/Casting Internship
Assist Literary/Casting departments in reading and reporting on scripts, helping to maintain our literary database, doing dramaturgical research related to the plays of our season, assisting with auditions, helping to maintain our actor database, assisting with special events including our Symposium Series, and perform clericals duties such as copying, scanning, and various other administrative tasks. Many former interns have gone on to graduate school and work at institutions such as Actors Theatre of Louisville and The O'Neill.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Richard Kotulski, Literary Programming Assistant & Casting Director, via email: rwk@wilmatheater.org

Development/Special Events Internship
Work with the Development Staff to reach the Wilma’s fundraising and community outreach goals. You will assist with fundraising, special events, and cultivation of donors. Applicants should be motivated and creative individuals with a strong willingness to learn and work in a professional environment. Interns will be heavily involved with the Wilma’s annual gala and will gain experience in all aspects of this event.

To apply, send cover letter and resume to Amanda Ditsky, Development Director, The Wilma Theater, 265 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 or email Amanda at amd@wilmatheater.org

Education Internship
Summer education internships include dramaturgical research for Camp Wilma, designing camper study guide, registering campers, assisting teachers and counselors during camp and various other administrative duties as needed.

To apply, send cover letter and resume to Anne K. Holmes, Education Director, The Wilma Theater, 265 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19107, or email Anne at akh@wilmatheater.org

Marketing Internship
Assist The Wilma Theater’s Marketing Department in promoting the Wilma’s exciting season!  Projects include target market research and group sales, coordination and execution of direct mail campaigns, updating databases, graphic design, archiving of materials, and ad sales.  Candidates will be available at least 15 hours a week, have strong written, verbal and phone skills and be enthusiastic self-starters.  Strong computer and graphic design skills preferred.  This is an unpaid position but an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-renowned theater while working in a fun and friendly environment.  

To apply, please mail or email resume and cover letter to: Aaron Immediato, Marketing Director, The Wilma Theater, 265 S Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107; email Aaron at ati@wilmatheater.org

Production Internship
Depending upon the timing and the needs of our production department, there are sometimes opportunities to intern in specific areas of production such as props or costumes. We also offer general production internships which consist of a assisting the Production Manager in various production and administrative duties. To apply please send your resume and cover letter (indicating the sort of production internship you are seeking) to Iain Campbell, Production Manager, The Wilma Theater, 265 S Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107; or email Iain at jic@wilmatheater.org