Summer Marketing Intern

The marketing summer internship program is an opportunity for an area student to gain valid work experience, and for the marketing department to receive extra support with graphic design, photography, social media, archiving, writing and other entry-level tasks. The intern will be responsible for several projects fitting their experience and the needs of the marketing department. Upon the completion of a successful internship, the student will receive two single tickets to the ballet and an excellent addition to their resume. The position will receive a stipend of up to $1,500.

Scheduled tasks for the summer 2025 summer intern include:

• Research and create content for our social media outlets
• Help archive and file materials
• Assist with adding next season's events to online calendars
• Organizational projects as needed
• Research projects as assigned
• Writing and proof-reading projects as assigned
• Photography and videography, if applicable
• Graphic design, if applicable
• Help with the planning and execution of projects, marketing plan, publicity, etc.
• Possibilities to work with the different departments at Kansas City Ballet to gain overall insight and receive valuable work experiences throughout the organization
• Other projects that may suite the intern's interests and skills

Educational benefits
• Experience working in midsize arts non-profit organization
• Skills producing marketing materials, photography and video for the performing arts
• Skills in social media promotion
• Skills in writing and proof-reading
• Skills to apply marketing strategies and techniques
• Exposure to arts administration and organization tactics and schedules
• Using creativity and education to market the arts

The student will leave the internship with competitive skills that will help in their future job search. They will have content and materials to add to their portfolio. They will establish contacts and have valuable networking experience.

Duration
10 to 12 hours per week for three months

Compensation
Interns will receive a stipend of up to $1,500. College credit can also be arranged.

Recommended participant ages
College sophomores, juniors, seniors or recent college graduates

Application info
Internship applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for at least one professional reference to sdaniels@kcballet.org in .docs or .pdf formats. The deadline for application is May 16, 2025.