Gain Hands-On Experience in Theatre, Arts Administration, and More!
Theatre of Youth (TOY) is Western New York’s only professional theatre dedicated to young audiences. We provide immersive experiences that spark creativity, build confidence, and foster a lifelong appreciation for the arts. Our internship program offers students and emerging professionals the chance to develop leadership skills, gain real-world experience, and contribute to meaningful artistic work in a vibrant theatre setting.
At this time, unfortunately, internship positions are unpaid.
Why Intern at TOY?
- Choose your own adventure! To the best of our ability, internships will cater to your goals and desires.
- Work alongside theatre professionals in a collaborative and creative environment.
- Gain hands-on experience in arts administration, production, education, and social media.
- Help bring high-quality theatre for young audiences to life!
- Build your portfolio and professional connections in the Buffalo arts community.
We welcome passionate, detail-oriented, and motivated individuals who are eager to contribute, learn, and grow.
Available Internship Positions
Below is a general breakdown of projects available for our interns per term. However, every semester and season is different. Upon being selected, you would have a meeting with a TOY rep to discuss specific goals, interests, scheduling and tasks surrounding your experience. Usually, both the Arts & Business Admin and Social Media positions intertwine.
Fall Semester (September – December)
Requirements: Must have a laptop for remote work and, ideally, access to a vehicle for occasional tasks.
Position 1: Art & Business Administration
- Assist with school outreach and development (emails, phone calls, partnerships).
- Help organize pre- and post-show educational materials.
- Support fundraising efforts, workshops, and front-of-house operations.
- Misc. administrative tasks
Position 2: Social Media & Graphic Design
- Create content, graphics, and promotional materials for TOY productions.
- Develop and execute a social media calendar.
- Assist with video content, behind-the-scenes footage, and audience engagement.
- Support digital marketing campaigns for ticket sales and workshops.
- Misc. administrative tasks
Spring Semester (January – May)
Requirements: Must have a laptop for remote work and, ideally, access to a vehicle for occasional tasks.
Position 1: Art & Business Administration
- Assist with show promotion, audience engagement, and partnership outreach.
- Continue working on educational workbooks and promotional materials.
- Gain hands-on experience with front-of-house ushering and event coordination.
- Misc. administrative tasks
Position 2: Social Media & Graphic Design
- Capture and create engaging social media content for upcoming productions.
- Assist with digital marketing, audience growth, and community engagement.
- Support graphic design needs for flyers, posters, and merchandise.
- Misc. administrative tasks
Summer Semester (June – August)
Requirements: Must have a laptop for remote work and, ideally, access to a vehicle for occasional tasks.
Position 1: Arts Leadership & Education
- Assist with TOY’s summer workshops and camps.
- Administration and communication with workshop clients.
- Help promote and represent TOY at local community events.
- Support administrative and marketing efforts to prepare for the upcoming season.
How to Apply
Interested in joining TOY as an intern? We’d love to hear from you! Send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interests, skills, and availability to Executive Assistant Kayla McSorley [email protected]