Technical Theater Apprenticeships (Updated 1/15/25) intern internship

Professional Experience For Future Careers

Gateway Playhouse is seeking dedicated and talented Apprentices to assist its professional staff full-time on our mainstage productions. Duration of apprenticeship is negotiable, preferably mid-May to late August.

Gateway offers an opportunity to gain practical stagecraft training and experience at Long Island 's oldest professional musical theater.

A summer at the Gateway is a rigorous and rewarding experience. A mix of industry professionals through entry-level technicians work together in all aspects of production. Selected candidates will work side by side with professionals from Broadway, Off-Broadway, touring companies and other regional theaters. Designers and Directors are all active in the New York theater world, and the opportunities to network and advance one’s career abound.

Apprentices receive a stipend of $200-300/week, based on experience level, plus housing.
College Students and Local applicants are encouraged to apply.

We are now accepting applications for our 2025 Technical Apprenticeship Program:
  • Carpentry
  • Electrics
  • Props & Paints
  • Costumes & Wardrobe
  • Wigs & Makeup
  • Children's Theater ASM / Carpentry (1 Track = Split Time)
  • Stage Management
  • Sound

ALL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
In addition to a weekly stipend, The Gateway provides housing for Apprentices, and will assist with travel to and from The Gateway. 
 
The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County is in its 76th season. Located on the south shore of Long Island about 90 minutes from NYC, The Gateway PACSC performs at our home theatre in Bellport, NY (housing is located on the property). Company management at The Gateway coordinates grocery trips for those who do not have a car, but a number of shopping options are available in Bellport village (about a 10 minute walk from our main property). 
 
The Gateway will help coordinate with your educational institution if you are eligible to receive college credit for your apprenticeship. 
 
The Gateway is operating on a year-round schedule.
Our 2025 Season will be announced soon


In addition to building and prep work in specialized areas, Apprentices will gain experience on backstage run crews during performances.

We are seeking enthusiastic applicants who aspire towards a career in theater and wish to improve their talents and build their resumes. Interested candidates should submit a resume of theatrical and other related experience.


TO APPLY please email your resume to our Production Department at TechJobs@thegateway.org  with "YOUR NAME - (Carpentry, Electrics, Costumes & Wardrobe, Etc.)  Apprentice" in the subject line. 
 
The Gateway PACSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: The Gateway PACSC is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at The Gateway PACSC are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. The Gateway PACSC will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. The Gateway PACSC encourages applicants of all ages.