Durham Performing Arts Center

Internship

Durham Performing Arts Center

Durham, North Carolina, United StatesSeasonalPosted Jan 8, 2026

Job 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: March 16

  • June 15 For spring semester consideration, please apply between: June 16
  • October 15 For summer semester consideration, please apply between: October 16
  • March 15