2026 Summer Internship
Wonder Theatre is accepting applications for a 10-week, full-time summer internship.
Internship period: June 1 - August 7
The purpose of this internship is not only to offer an immersive and meaningful educational experience working with a nonprofit arts organization, but also to foster future leaders and potential employees for the arts sector in San Antonio.
Under the direct supervision of the Wonder Theatre Academy Director, the intern selected will be immersed in the day-to-day activities required to run an engaging, fun, and fast-paced summer arts program.
The goal is to not only give the intern a comprehensive, "behind the scenes" understanding of the commitment required and skills necessary to provide meaningful and challenging arts educational experiences, but also help a college intern achieve their learning goals and objectives through the process.
Among duties will be:
Assisting faculty with summer camp sessions
Leading warm-up activities
Running scenes, lines, music, and choreography
Guiding students on individual monologues and partner work
Offering assessment and critique of student performances
Assisting students with props, playbill, and costume design
Helping facilitate all summer camp productions, which will include: ushering, stage management, costume change assistance, make-up application, spotlight operations, prop management, sound board assistance, etc.
Light cleaning duties such as sweeping, taking out trash, etc.
To be eligible, applicants must be undergraduate college students attending a college or university. Students who have already earned a bachelor's degree are ineligible. Selected intern must pass a background check prior to working with students.
How to Apply
Prepare a RESUME of theatre and/or related experience.
Prepare TWO (2) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION from professionals and/or educators familiar with your experience and skills. Please include the following information:
How do you know the applicant, and for how long have you known him/her?
The applicant's level of interest and potential for a career in theatre arts
The applicant's work ethic, ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure, etc.
One (1) page PERSONAL STATEMENT detailing why you are applying for this internship, what you hope to gain AND contribute to the experience, and your current career goals.
Complete the application (click the button below). For more information, please contact sara@wondertheatre.org.