Summer 2024 Literary Research Internship

WORDTheatre Literary Research Internship - Job Description

WORDTheatre® is seeking a literary research intern who will work for 8-16 hours per week. Candidates must be able to come into the Studio City office. We need interns who are passionate about literature, history, and music who are excited by the opportunity to find material in order to help craft an original piece of live theatre.

DESCRIPTION

Literary Research Interns work with the Intern Supervisor and the Founder / Artistic Director in researching new works, cataloging our 20 year archive of filmed and recorded stories, and production / dramaturgical assistance for upcoming events. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Great organizational skills and a self-starter attitude required plus a familiarity with platforms such as Microsoft Suite, Google Docs, etc. Strong writing skills and/or basic photo and video editing skills are appreciated. A background in research, history, drama, or music appreciated. Curiosity, enthusiasm, creativity, and being detail oriented are essential. Ideal interns will be strong communicators, personable and friendly, fast learners and able to adapt and work in a rapidly changing environment, and organized with great follow through.

HOW TO APPLY

Please address applications to the Artistic Director Cedering Fox. These may be submitted via email to admin@wordtheatre.org. Please also include a cover letter, current resume and attach any relevant examples of works/letters of recommendation.

REQUIREMENTS

Ideal candidates have experience with  Word, Excel, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Gmail, Mac's.

School credit offered. Lunch provided every day

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Self-determined schedule

COVID-19 considerations: Fully vaccinated requirement