The Ebell’s Technical Theatre Internship offers hands-on experience maintaining and operating both state-of-the-art and traditional equipment for a variety of productions, including in-house productions, partner programs, and client rentals. Working alongside The Ebell’s Director of Production, Theatre Business Manager, Stage Supervisor, and in-house team of technicians, interns will learn a range of technical specialties, production management, client relations, and teamwork skills essential for a career in the arts. The position is on-site and will work roughly 20 hours a week for 20 weeks, beginning in July and ending in December.
Preferred qualifications include experience in a high school or college theatre program, coursework in technical theatre, or participation in community productions. Applicants should have basic knowledge of stagecraft, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. While no professional experience is required, familiarity with industry-standard equipment or backstage work is a plus. The Ebell encourages students pursuing a career in technical theatre to apply.
Founded in 1894 in the fervor of the Women’s Suffrage Movement, The Ebell of Los Angeles’ mission is to inspire women and build community through arts, culture, education, service and stewardship of our historic campus and collections. At its heart is the 1,200 seat Wilshire Ebell Theatre, the nation’s oldest continuously women-owned and operated theater—a powerful symbol of women’s leadership in the arts. For over a century, The Ebell has nurtured cultural and civic movements—from the LA Federal Theater Project and WWII home front efforts to its ongoing preparations for the 2028 Olympics—championing the vital contributions of women to our collective progress. The Ebell serves over 100,000 people annually as a vibrant cultural presenter, creator, convener, and civic space, welcoming leading figures in theatre, music, comedy, dance, and civics.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to The Ebell’s Theatre Business Manager, Erika Newman, at erika@wilshireebelltheatre.org, with the subject line “APPLICATION: Your Name - Technical Theater Intern.”