Chicago Shakespeare Theater is currently accepting Advancement Intern applications for Winter/Spring 2013. Applications must be received by November 30, 2012.

The Advancement Intern will assist with Chicago Shakespeare Theater's (CST) fundraising initiatives in support of the Theater's programming. The intern will work on direct mail and email efforts, stewardship activities, special events, and data management procedures.

While Chicago Shakespeare Theater insists on a minimum time commitment of 8 weeks between January 2013 and June 2013, the program is also flexible enough to meet the scheduling needs of the intern. In addition to a small weekly stipend, interns receive one-on-one mentoring from Advancement Department staff, their own CST email account and complimentary tickets to all Chicago Shakespeare performances during the internship.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Minimum two years undergraduate education with successful completion of coursework in one or more of the following disciplines: arts administration, not-for-profit management, communications, marketing, English
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Flexibility and ability to work within tight deadlines
• Self-starter, multi-task oriented, and computer literate
• Demonstrated interest in the performing arts a plus

Internship Responsibilities

• Assist in execution of direct mail and e-solicitation projects
• Data entry and maintenance
• Maintain annual fund planning and archives
• Assist in planning and hosting special events and/or production openings
• Assist in research and maintaining donor profiles
• General office support

Application Process

To be considered for an internship position at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, applicants are asked to submit the following information:

• A cover letter stating his/her specific interest/s, availability, and level of commitment
• Current resume
• At least two letters of academic/professional reference
• If the applicant intends to arrange college credit for this internship an outline of his/her school's requirements of both the intern and the internship site are needed.

Applications must be received by Friday, November 30, 2012.

Please send all application materials to:


advancementintern@chicagoshakes.com
Advancement Internship - Winter/Spring
Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier
800 East Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
(no phone calls, please)