Student stage carpenters, riggers, electricians, board operators, and sound technicians are all encouraged to apply for a Technical Internship. Tech interns are eligible for free conference registration and a meal stipend; paid housing is required, with financial assistance available if participation creates a hardship. Interns assist with the load-in and strike of participating productions and support technical aspects of festival-produced events. It is an opportunity to work in a new-to-you venue with faculty and students from other colleges from around the region. Interns in years past have described the event as an eye-opening and awesome experience. The tech intern schedule is structured so interns may also attend conference sessions, events, and performances as an integral part of the experience.
How to Participate:
Please use the following form to apply for a Festival Internship. Be sure that you have submitted the Program Information Form before applying to an internship.
We ask that you submit:
- A cover letter detailing why you believe you are a good candidate for this program and what goals you have for participating
- A resume of your experience, both educational and professional
Please Note: In a change from previous years, Region 1 will not be paying for intern hotel accommodations while at the conference. All intern hotel rooms must be provided by the students’ school. All selected interns will be provided with free conference registration and $35.00 daily per-diem
Fill out and submit the Internship Application by January 5th, 2026. Be sure to submit a Program Information Form and select Festival Internships/Technical Internships BEFORE submitting the application.