Internships

The Lyric Opera of Kansas City is happy to provide a positive learning atmosphere for interns to hone their skills before entering the workforce post graduation. An internship program is currently established for the marketing deparment. For information on possible internships in other areas please contact a staff member in the corresponding department.

Marketing Intern

The Lyric Opera of Kansas City marketing department accepts applications for internship candidates for Spring, Summer and Fall semesters. The department is currently accepting applications.

Position Title:
Marketing Intern

Reports to:
Marketing and Communications Manager

Hours:
10-15 hours per week or an agreed upon amount to fulfill the intern's academic requirements.

Job Responsibilities/Requirements:
The marketing internship program is an opportunity for undergraduate or graduate students in communications, marketing, arts management or a related field to gain valid work experience in the non-profit marketing field. The intern will be responsible for several projects fitting his/her experience and the needs of the marketing department including writing press releases, writing promotional material, maintaining department clip files, assisting with media events, assisting in general research and working on special projects.

Candidates must demonstrate strong organizational skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, be available to work special events, have completed relevant coursework, and be able to lift 25-50 pounds.

Parking will be provided for the intern and upon the completion of a successful internship, the student will receive two season tickets to the Lyric Opera of Kansas City and an excellent addition to his/her resume.

To Apply:
Candidates should email a resume, letter of interest and sample work to Human Resources at hr@kcopera.org. Please type "Marketing Intern Inquiry" in the subject line.