Internship – Stage Management

***Le poste étant situé aux États-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.***

***As this position in based in the United States, the job description is available in English only.***

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Internship – Stage Management

Intern Position

Can you imagine jump-starting your career in an internship that encourages you to challenge the status quo? Do you want to be part of the next generation of talent Cirque du Soleil is known for? Are you ready to take the skills you've learned in the classroom and apply them to real-world hands-on work experience? That's what we're looking for in our next Stage Management Interns.   

We are looking to hire approximately 6 stage management interns for our Resident Shows in Las Vegas and Orlando. 

 As The Stage Management Intern you will:  

·       Gain hands-on experience to develop skills and gain knowledge about the operations of the production company; 

·       Learn more about your field of study and your career goals while establishing a network of professional contacts, mentors, and references; 

·       Gain insight into the key competencies, skills, and work characteristics employers seek; 

·       Be expected to follow all employee guidelines, policies and procedures as well as act in a professional manner; 

·       Be required to meet all mandatory assignments/projects and readings issued by your manager; 

·       Be expected to do all other duties as assigned by your manager; 

·       Complete other job-related duties as assigned. 

To be considered for this internship, you MUST meet all of the below requirements:  

·       Ability to work in the US without immigration sponsorship from Cirque du Soleil; 

·       The ability to participate the entire length of the internship program (currently 12 consecutive weeks with availability throughout the year); 

·       Hold enough credits within your college or university to be classified as either a Junior or Senior;Exception – Current MFA or graduate program students also qualify. 

·       The ability to receive college credit for the internship is appreciated; Exception – you may apply for an internship during the semester or quarter immediately following graduation only. 

·       Have a 3.0 G.P.A (cumulative or within your degree program); 

·       Application must include the following two components: 

·       Resume containing relevant experience in stage management; 

·       Essay requirement (MINIMUM 300 words):  How would you plan to take an internship at CDS into your professional life as a Stage Manager? 

·       Location Preference Question: We have internship opportunities in both Lass Vegas, NV and Orlando, FL. 

Are you interested in an opportunity: 

1. Only in Las Vegas 

2. Only in Orlando 

3. Las Vegas is preferable, but I am open to Orlando 

4. Orlando is preferable, but I am open to Las Vegas 

5. Either location works for me 

RESUME AND ESSAY MUST BE SUBMITTED TOGETHER AS ONE PDF DOCUMENT.   

SUBMISSIONS THAT DO NOT INCLUDE BOTH RESUME AND ESSAY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 

SUMBISSIONS MUST BE COMPLETE BY 11:59PM SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2025 

Other requirements of Cirque du Soleil internships: 

·         Willing to work in Las Vegas, NV or Orlando, FL (no relocation or lodging assistance provided); 

·         Willing to work on weekends, nights and holidays as needed or required; 

·         Ability to provide your own transportation and housing while participating in the internship; 

·         Ability to communicate in English; 

·         Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet; 

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills; 

·        Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one’s identity and work authorization. 

Interested in this internship opportunity?  Please submit your resume and essay here. 

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin or ancestry. 

When you think of your ideal workplace, what comes to mind? For us, it looks (and really is) like this: 

·       Teamwork – we thrive with collaborative teams, regardless of titles or departments; 

·       Respect – when we ask someone to join our team, it’s because we trust and respect you; 

·       Integrity – whether you work behind-the-scenes or in the office, you’re being counted on. We are a team and integrity go a long way here, and like we mentioned previously, trust is important;  

·       Authenticity – we want you to bring your full self to work, this is a place where you don’t need to fit into a box to belong; diverse perspectives foster even more creativity in the workplace. We embrace the human behind the employee number; 

·       Being heard – you have access to everyone in the organization, use your voice on development questions or suggestions on how to improve the experience. We value open and transparent communication and we want you to be heard!  

Come create with us and let us show you what a “circus family” feels like!  

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin or ancestry.