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Internship

Company:
Durham Performing Arts Center
Location:
Durham, NC, 27701
Posted:
January 11, 2026
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Description:

An internship at DPAC provides engaging experiences for college students interested in a career that includes presenting and producing live entertainment events and or managing events at theaters and performing arts centers.

Internships are offered in a variety of departments, including Audience & Event Services, Business Management, Marketing, Guest Experience, Sponsorship Sales, and Ticketing.

Students in our program work alongside DPAC staff with hands-on training, valuable learning opportunities with real-world business skills, and the opportunity to participate in special projects that contribute to DPAC's success and ranking as one of the top-five theaters in America.

Requirements

For consideration, please submit a resume that highlights relevant experience, as well as a cover letter indicating interest.

To qualify for a DPAC internship, a student's internship must be tied to the intern's formal education program by integrated coursework and the receipt of academic credit. Per the Fair Labor Standards Act, students in a DPAC internship are not classified as an employee and these opportunities are unpaid.

Internships are available for the Fall, Spring, and Summer terms. Recommended application deadlines are as follows:

For fall semester consideration, please apply between: May 1 - August 1

For spring semester consideration, please apply between: October 1 and December 1

For summer semester consideration, please apply between: February 15 - April 1

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