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INTERNSHIPS

WORK STUDY

The Visceral Work Study program is designed for a dancer looking to further their training.

YOUTH PROGRAM INTERNSHIP

This position will support the Youth Director in a burgeoning, fast-paced dance school. They will expand their understanding of arts administration and work closely with artistic staff and faculty.

MARKETING INTERNSHIP

This position will support the Artistic Director and marketing team with its primary and administrative duties in a fast-paced non-profit dance company. They will expand their understanding of marketing within an arts organization and work closely with all departments.   

DEVELOPMENT
INTERNSHIP

This position will support the Executive Director in advancing the organization’s fundraising, donor engagement, and event planning initiatives. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in nonprofit development and arts administration.

WORK STUDY

A work-study will be required to:

  • Be present at the front desk to greet and assist customers

  • Answer phone inquiries and direct new students toward potential classes

  • Check-in students and process payments through MindBody

  • Assist in maintaining a clean environment within the dance center

  • Assist at one Special Event or Performance

 

Supervisor: Sarah Morimoto, Studio Manager

 

Schedule:

  • 8 hours per week, schedule to be mutually determined

  • Minimum of a 3-month commitment

 

Compensation and Benefits:

Unpaid work-study

Unlimited complimentary dance classes

Discounted Masterclasses 

Discounted Visceral merchandise

 

Requirements:

  • Strong written and oral communication skills

  • Proficiency in English

  • Previous customer service experience 

  • Experience in handling case

  • Friendly demeanor

  • Attention to detail

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To Apply: 

There is an ongoing wait list for the program. To be considered, please send both a dance and customer service-related resume to smorimoto@visceraldance.com

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YOUTH PROGRAM INTERNSHIP

Throughout the internship they will:

  • Assist in account and class management using Dance Studio-Pro

  • Enter and confirm competition registrations

  • Communication and follow-up with parents

  • Aid in the ordering and organization of Youth Program recital costumes

  • Assist at Youth Recitals (June 2023)

  • Assist in social media posting and creation of eblasts

 

Supervisor: Youth Program Director

 

Schedule:

Preferred availability is 3 days a week, 20-25 hours per week

 

Dates:

Immediately start

 

Compensation and Benefits:

Unpaid Internship

Unlimited complimentary dance classes

Membership at Chicago Athletic Clubs

Membership at Guild Row Social Club

 

Requirements:

  • Strong written and oral communication skills

  • Background in or appreciation of dance

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision

  • Excellent administrations skills and attention to detail

  • Experience in Excel, Word and the Google suite

  • Experience in Photoshop and iMovie is preferable but not required

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To Apply:

If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to Kaytee Cox at kcox@visceraldance.com. No phone calls, please.

YOUTH

MARKETING INTERNSHIP

Throughout the internship they will:

  • Develop marketing calendar to support company activities

  • Collaborate with marketing staff to update and maintain website

  • Assist in social media and creation of eblasts

  • Provide content for various marketing communications

  • Creation of regular newsletters to donors and audience members

 

Supervisor: Nick Pupillo, Artistic Director

 

Schedule:

Preferred availability is 3-4 days a week, 20-25 hours per week

 

Dates:

Immediately start

 

Compensation and Benefits:

Unpaid Internship

Unlimited complimentary dance classes

Membership at Chicago Athletic Clubs

Membership at Guild Row Social Club

 

Requirements:

  • Strong written and oral communication skills

  • Background in or appreciation of dance

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision

  • Excellent administrations skills and attention to detail

  • Experience in Excel, Word and the Google suite

  • Experience in Photoshop and iMovie is preferable but not required

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To Apply: 

If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to info@visceraldance.com. No phone calls, please.

MARKETING

DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP

Throughout the internship they will:​

  • Research potential partners, donors, and sponsors

  • Assist in designing donor engagement and stewardship programs

  • Support the scheduling and coordination of donor meetings

  • Prepare presentations and materials for board meetings and development reports

  • Support the planning and execution of fundraising events and the Annual Gala

 

Supervisor: Irina Skarzynska Lapteva

 

Schedule: Preferred availability is 3-4 days a week, 15-20 hours per week. Schedule to be mutually determind. 

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Dates: Start immediately

 

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Unpaid Internship

  • Unlimited complimentary dance classes

  • Membership at Chicago Athletic Clubs

  • Membership at Guild Row Co-working and Social Club

 

Requirements:

  • Strong written and oral communication skills

  • Excellent administrative and organizational skills with keen attention to detail

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Google Suite

  • Background in or strong appreciation of dance, arts, or culture

  • Background in development, fundraising, or nonprofit organizations is a strong plus

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To Apply: 

If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to Irina Lapteva at ilapteva@visceraldance.com. No phone calls, please.

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