The Juilliard School Professional Apprentice Program in Technical Theater and Arts Administration

Deadline: May 1, 2024
Location: New York, NY
Apply to Apprentice Program 2024-25 between March 1–May 1, 2024.

The Juilliard School recruits a talented group of people to the Professional Apprentice Program in Technical Theater and Arts Administration each academic year (August – May). Apprentices are immersed in a practical, hands-on experience working with professional technicians, artists, and administrators in their respective fields. If you would enjoy working with a group of diverse and talented faculty and staff in a vibrant and welcoming community, please consider applying for one of our open positions. Juilliard has an ongoing commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusiveness throughout the community and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of the school’s administration and faculty.

Benefits of the Program

  • Hands-on experience working with professional technicians, artists, and administrators in their respective fields
  • Develop skills such as time management, teamwork, attention to detail, and more
  • Create strong networks with professionals in your field to help in your future job search
  • After successful completion of the program, each apprentice will receive a non-credit certificate from the Extension Division

What Can You Expect?

  • One-on-one meetings to help set goals and help plan a career path.
  • Programming such as resume and cover letter building, professional headshots, and LinkedIn workshops to further support the apprentice as they prepare their job search.
  • Workshops with both alumni and non-alumni professionals discussing their career journey.
  • Apprenticeships are paid positions and will receive compensation paid bi-weekly at $16.72 per hour. Overtime is paid in the forty-first hour of work in a given week at a rate of one and one-half times the hourly rate.

Things to Consider

  • Apprenticeship commitments begin August/September and ends May/June.
  • Weekly schedules will vary with apprentice assignments including evenings and weekends.
  • An outside job cannot be relied upon as an income supplement when working as a full-time apprentice.
  • Housing should be secured prior to beginning this apprenticeship.

Apprenticeships Available:
During the apprentice’s time at Juilliard, they receive solid, career-focused experience with a resume full of proven skills, abilities, and accomplishments. From daily administrative activities to production operations, they will develop and expand on their skillsets in a safe environment in which they may also pursue their own interests and career goals.

To see the full list of available apprenticeships and Apply to Apprentice Program 2024-25 between March 1–May 1, 2024.

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By Lori Ferrara
Lori Ferrara Senior Administrative Assistant