Strategic Marketing Internship

Marketing

General Description:  This position is a flexible and creative role, assisting the entire Marketing department with a primary focus on Audience Development, Research, and Data Analysis. Projects and tasks include: 

• Research performing arts landscape, evaluating pricing and marketing best practices in ballet and other arts industries; 
• Draft copy and content for web, email, and social media; 
• Develop reports on ticket sales data and social media analytics; 
• Research brand partnership opportunities; 
• Copyedit and review drafts of marketing documents; 
• Organize marketing archival documents; 
• Maintain and grow audience development databases; 
• Attend weekly meetings with Marketing mentors and team to discuss ongoing projects, ask questions, and learn more about ABT; 
• Help with day-to-day tasks and other Marketing duties as assigned 

Position Qualifications:

Must have excellent writing and communication skills.  Must be attentive to detail, have ability to meet strict deadlines, and be a self-starter.  This position is available to students in at least their Junior-level year of Undergraduate Studies, post-graduation, and Graduate-level students.  Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of dance and performing arts preferred.  Hybrid work environment.  Weekly In-person availability required. 

Primary Reporting Responsibility:Associate Director, Sales Strategy & Customer Relationship Management

Secondary Reporting Responsibility: Manager, Creative Services and Design

Social Media Marketing Internship

Marketing

General Description: This position is a digital and social media role, assisting the Digital Marketing Coordinator with a primary focus on content creation, media production. Projects and tasks include:

• Drafting social media content and language
• Contributing ideas to the social media content calendar
• Develop reports on social media analytics
• Copyedit and review posts/language
• Curate social media ideas for various ongoing campaigns
• Attend weekly meetings with the full Marketing team to discuss ongoing projects, ask questions, and learn more about ABT
• Assist with any ongoing video productions
• Upload content and curate appropriate thumbnails
• Participate and aid in production and editing of short and long-form content

Position Qualifications:

Looking for a creative individual to contribute fresh and unique perspectives. Must have excellent writing and communication skills. Must be attentive to detail, have ability to meet strict deadlines, and be a self-starter. This position is available to students in at least their Junior-level year of Undergraduate Studies, post-graduation, and Graduate-level students. Proficiency in all social media platforms, plus the back-ends, Meta Business Suite, Google Analytics, and Adobe Suite preferred. Hybrid work environment. In-person availability required on a weekly basis.

Primary Reporting Responsibility: Coordinator, Digital Marketing

Creative Services & Design Internship

Marketing

General Description:  This position focuses on graphic design and video and photo editing, contributing to the development of visual materials that showcase the beauty and artistry of ballet.

• Assist in the creation of visually compelling designs for print and digital materials, including brochures, posters, social media graphics, advertisements, and promotional materials.
• Support ABT’s visual identity and brand guidelines across the organization, ensuring consistency in creative materials that align with ABT’s artistic vision and marketing objectives.
• Assist in photo and video shoots capturing high-quality images and footage to promote one of ABT’s upcoming New York City seasons.
• Assist in editing and retouching photos to meet professional standards.
• Liaise across internal ABT departments for coordination of creative assets requests.
• Communicate effectively with external vendors, printers, and partners to ensure the timely production and delivery of materials.
• Organize and catalogue ABT’s photo and video archive.

Position Qualifications:

Must have excellent communication and collaboration skills.  Must be attentive to detail, have ability to meet strict deadlines, and be a self-starter with a strong eye for design, typography, and composition.  This position is available to those pursuing or having recently completed a degree in graphic design, visual arts, digital media, or a related field OR have experience in design and creative services. Preferred proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Lightroom and other graphic design applications, such as Canva . Preferred proficiency in social media channels including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, etc. Knowledge of dance and performing arts preferred.  Hybrid work environment.  Weekly In-person availability required. 

Primary Reporting Responsibility: Manager of Creative Services and Design

Engagement Internship

Education & Training

General Description: This position is responsible for assisting the entire Department of Education and Training.

• Assist the Engagement Manager in the organization and execution of ABT’s engagement programs
• Assist in the preparation of ABTKids and Pre-Performance Workshops
• Manage dance shoe inventory and sales for students
• Assist with the maintenance and update of community partnership contacts and school database
• Organize schedules and general communication between patrons
• Assist in archival of department audio and video
• Oversee and maintain department filing
• Help with day-to-day tasks such as copying and assembling materials
• Other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

Must have excellent interpersonal skills and work well with children.  Must be attentive to detail, have ability to meet strict deadlines, and be a self-starter.  A strong dance background is recommended, as well as an interest in the administrative aspects of Family Programming.

Computer literacy is a must, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.  Knowledge of dance and performing arts is a requirement.

Must be able to commit to a schedule of 2-3 days a week.  Hybrid work environment.  In-person availability required.

Primary Reporting Responsibility: Engagement Manager

National Training Curriculum Internship

Education and Training

This position is primarily responsible for assisting the National Training Curriculum Team in organizing ABT’s NTC Teacher Training Intensives as well as the ABT Student Examinations Program. Weekend hours are required, specifically during the following 2025 dates: May 27- June 4; June 6-11; June 13-18; and July 26-August 3. Additional opportunities and responsibilities are as follows:

• Attend weekly ABT Internship meetings
• Help organize details related to upcoming teacher trainings and examinations
• Attend and assist in the teacher training workshops
• Help manage NTC materials invoicing, payments and shipping
• Research and update mailing lists for marketing
• Oversee and maintain database and website updates
• Help with day-to-day tasks such as copying and assembling materials
• Print ABT Certificates for teachers and students
• Other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

Must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail, the ability to meet strict deadlines, and be a self-starter.  The ideal candidate has a strong interest in learning the administrative aspects of running a training program.

Must be at least a sophomore in college. Computer literacy is expected, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.  Knowledge of dance and performing arts is a requirement.

Must be able to commit to at least 15 hours a week in the ABT Education Office.  Academic credit can be arranged.

Primary Reporting Responsibility: National Training Curriculum Assistant

Finance Internship

Finance

General Description: This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the Finance Department

• Assist with bank reconciliations
• Analyze balance sheet schedules
• Assist with journal entry preparation
• Assist with the preparation of files needed for annual audit
• Assist the bursar with recordkeeping for school tuition and scholarships
• Process manual credit card payments
• Assist the Senior Director of Finance on any other reports as requested
• Help with day-to-day tasks and other financial duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

Must have excellent writing and communication skills. Must be attentive to detail, have ability to meet strict deadlines, and be a self-starter. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of dance and performing arts are helpful.

Hybrid work environment.

Primary Reporting Responsibility: Controller

Press Internship

Press

General Description: This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the Press and Public Relations Department.

• Maintains media lists
• Collects and distributes press clippings to staff
• Assists in researching press kit materials and assembling press kits
• Assists in distribution of approved photos to press
• Greets media crews and members of the press for interviews, photo shoots, or filming, and assists as needed
• Attends and assists at Company performances and special events
• Proofreads press releases and other materials
• Helps with day-to-day tasks and other Press duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

Must have excellent writing and communication skills. Must be attentive to detail, have ability to meet strict deadlines, and be a self-starter. This position is available to students in at least their Junior-level year of Undergraduate Studies and Graduate-level students. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required. Experience in Photoshop and Mailchimp (or similar email platform) a plus. Knowledge of dance and performing arts preferred. May require occasional evening and weekend hours.

Hybrid work environment.  In-person availability required.

Primary Reporting Responsibility: Press Coordinator
Secondary Reporting Responsibility: Director, Press and Web Development

Institutional Support Internship

Advancement

General Description: This position is primarily responsible for assisting the Institutional Support division within Advancement. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist Institutional Support Manager with preparing foundation, corporate, and government proposals for submission
• Assist with drafting reports and acknowledgment letters for funders
• Assist with preparing Institutional Support mailings
• Assist with donor cultivation by tracking and processing ticket requests and event RSVPs
• Help organize and maintain accurate records in Raiser’s Edge
• Assist with researching prospective funding opportunities
• Help with day-to-day tasks such as copying and assembling materials
• Support Development Department-wide activities, including special events, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

Must have excellent writing and communication skills.  Must be attentive to detail, have ability to meet strict deadlines, and be a self-starter.  Must be at least a sophomore in college at time of application and be available for a minimum of 12 hours per week. Computer literacy is a must, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.  Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge a plus.  Knowledge of dance and performing arts preferred.

Hybrid work environment.  In-person availability required.

Primary Reporting Responsibility: Institutional Support Manager

Major Gifts / Donor Relations Internship

Advancement

General Description: This position is responsible for assisting the Major Gifts Team and Manager of Donor Relations in stewarding members of Golden Circle, Majors, and Board of Trustees. General duties include:  

• Assist Major Gifts Associate with administrative duties and projects 
• Conduct in-depth online research of high net-worth single-ticket buyers for cultivation and addition into ABT’s Major Donor portfolio 
• Assist in managing portfolio of current and prospective donors, including the organization and maintenance of accurate records for files, Raisers Edge, and Playbill 
• Support Major Gifts and Advancement Department-wide activities and special events in conjunction with ABT’s annual seasons at either the Metropolitan Opera House or David H. Koch Theatre on a select basis as needed 
• Assist in processing gifts and drafting acknowledgement letters 
• Assist in creating and processing mailings 
• Help with day-to-day tasks such as copying and assembling materials 
• Assisting with ticket orders for ABT’s Summer and Fall New York Seasons 
• Assist with phone calls to donors to verify and collect ticket-related information  
• Helps organize hundreds of patron ticket orders in Excel and patron databases 
• Maintains accurate information in database involving ticketing, ticket order fulfillment, patron reports 
• Supports the organization and physical mailing of tickets 
• Assists with the editing and monitoring of all ABT Playbill’s and donor crediting across multiple pieces of literature and publication 
• Optional assistance with Met on-site Summer season, including Summer Gala, performances, Membership table 

Other duties as assigned  

Position Qualifications:  

Hybrid work environment. In-person availability required. College student or recent graduate (Bachelor’s degree preferred) with availability to commit to a schedule of 3-5 days per week. Additional nights and weekends outside of regular office hours may be required to assist with staffing cultivation events.  

The ideal candidate has enthusiastic energy, a keen attention to detail, is highly organized and self-sufficient. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Must have stellar interpersonal/customer service skills, the ability to meet strict deadlines, as well as multitask. Database experience a plus. Knowledge of and interest in ballet and the performing arts desired.  

Primary Reporting Responsibility: Major Gifts Associate
Secondary Reporting Responsibility: Manager of Donor Relations

Membership

Advancement

General Description: This position is primarily responsible for assisting with all operational facets of the Membership Department and will participate in all department fundraising events and activities.  The Membership Intern will support both departments in the following:

Membership: 

• Work with Membership Associate and Assistant Manager, Membership to collaborate on new ways to steward donors, generate acknowledgement letters, and update membership records accordingly.
• Work with Database Manager to maintain integrity of database and edit data to ensure accuracy
• Work with Membership Associate on various ways to target specific donor groups and ensure effective workflow within the department.
• Supports Membership Associate and Assistant Manager with member subscriptions/ticketing, data entry, database tracking, mailings, and donor confirmations
• Help clean and maintain Raisers’ Edge, our Donor Database.

Position Qualifications:  

This position is available to students in at least their Junior-level year of Undergraduate Studies and Graduate-level students.  Students must be available for a minimum of 12 hours per week. Proficiency in Microsoft programs including Excel, and familiarity with databases preferred but not required. This internship will provide a great opportunity to experience how a Membership and Advancement Department runs in a successful non-profit organization. Students seeking academic credit are encouraged to apply.

 Primary Reporting Responsibility: Membership Associate; and Assistant Manager, Membership

Special Events

Advancement

General Description:This position is primarily responsible for assisting with all operational facets of the Membership and Special Events Departments and will participate in all department fundraising events and activities.  The Membership and Special Events Intern will support both departments in the following:

Event Coordination & Planning

• Assist in planning and executing special events, including managing logistics, RSVPs, and event materials.

• Draft event briefs outlining staffing needs, run-of-show details, and key logistics.

• Prepare detailed and accurate memos for each event during the Met Season.

Administrative Support

• Produce and mail special event acknowledgment letters (clean Excel lists, mail merge, print, scan originals, update records in Raiser’s Edge, and mail).

• Draft dress rehearsal and studio visit programs with updated casting and photos.

• Print agendas and supporting materials for Special Events meetings.

• Attend department meetings, take notes, and follow up on action items.

• Upload photos and reference documents to the Development drive.

Operations & Logistics

• Place catering orders and assist with event setup and breakdown.

• Ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation for all events.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications:  

Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects under strict deadlines. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.  Interest in the nonprofit sector; knowledge of dance and/or the performing arts preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.  Experience with Canva and Raiser’s Edge highly desired.

Preference will be given to candidates with evening and weekend availability during ABT’s Summer Season

 Primary Reporting Responsibility: Manager, Special Events

Brand Partnerships

Marketing

General Description: This position is a flexible and creative role, assisting the Director of Brand Partnerships and Business Development and Marketing department with a primary focus on Brand Partnerships:  

• Support the Director of Brand Partnerships and Business Development by facilitating outreach to potential partners, researching brands, coordinating calls, documenting partnership meeting minutes, and maintaining a comprehensive database of current and prospective partners, main contacts, and status of outreach.
• Contribute to the crafting of proposals and delivering of post-event/project evaluations for partnerships.
• Assist in conducting market research and networking activities to identify and cultivate new partnership opportunities aligned with ABT’s objectives.
• Support the development and tracking of impactful integrated marketing campaigns and partnership relationship efforts.
• Aid in creating relationships with partner contacts ensuring meaningful engagement.
• Assist in fostering cross-functional collaboration with marketing, advancement, events, education, finance, production, and company management teams.
• Support and attend partnership meetings, live performances, and events when necessary.
• Perform additional tasks as delegated by supervisor to support the smooth functioning of departmental operations.

Other duties as assigned  

Position Qualifications:  

Must have excellent writing and communication skills.  Must be attentive to detail, have ability to meet strict deadlines, and be a self-starter.  This position is available to students in at least their Junior-level year of Undergraduate Studies, post-graduation, and Graduate-level students.  Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of dance and performing arts preferred.  Hybrid work environment.  Weekly in-person availability required.

Primary Reporting Responsibility: Director of Brand Partnerships and Business Development