Internship [part-time, unpaid]
Stephen Petronio Company

Areas of interest: Archiving, Development, Event-Planning, Administration

Stephen Petronio Company, an internationally renowned contemporary dance company with a new residency initiative in upstate New York and a recent commitment to remounting postmodern dance works, seeks a creative and forward-thinking candidate to work on special projects in our East Village office. All applicants are expected to be independent, computer-literate workers who are passionate about the arts; prior experience in the dance field is not required but is a plus. Related educational or work experience is preferred.

Interns will have the unique opportunity to learn about the operations of a non-profit performing arts organization that is quickly expanding, working closely with a small staff in a flexible environment.

Benefits include complimentary tickets to Stephen Petronio Company performances and events, and ability to sit in on select rehearsals. 

Specifications: 8-12 hours per week.
 

Responsibilities:

Supporting donor and patron database management
Organizing archival material (SPC archive spans over 30 years)
Aiding with donor prospect research
Assisting with social media and marketing
Helping with the planning and execution of special events
 

Qualifications: 

Eagerness to advance skills in non-profit administration, archiving, development, and event-planning
Experience working in a professional organization
Computer literacy including MS Office, CRM management experience a plus
Excellent writing, communications and interpersonal skills
Self-starter with extreme attention to detail and organizational systems
Ability to manage multiple projects independently
Knowledge of and strong interest in dance, dance history, and art

Schedule and weekly hours are very flexible. Internships are unpaid and targeted toward those seeking academic credit or entry-level work experience in a fast-paced arts organization.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and weekly availability to Nora Thompson at nora@stephenpetronio.com.

For more information about Stephen Petronio Company, please visit our website: www.petron.io