Internships

Professional experience for future careers

Gateway Playhouse is seeking dedicated and talented interns to assist its professional staff full-time on our 5 mainstage productions. Duration of internship is negotiable, preferably mid-May to September.

Gateway offers an opportunity to gain practical stagecraft training and experience at Long Island 's only professional musical theater, privately owned for almost sixty years. 

A summer at the Gateway is a rigorous and rewarding experience.   A mix of industry professionals and entry-level technicians work together in all aspects of production.  Selected candidates will work side by side with professionals from Broadway, Off-Broadway, touring companies and other regional theaters.  Designers and directors are all active in the New York theater world, and the opportunities to network and advance one’s career abound. 

We are seeking interns in the following fields:

  • General Tech/Carpentry

In addition to building and prep work in specialized areas, interns will gain experience on backstage running crews during performances.

We are seeking enthusiastic applicants who aspire towards a career in theater and wish to improve their talents and build their resumes.  Interested candidates should submit the following information:

  1. Cover letter stating areas of interest and availability
  2. Resume of theatrical and other related experience

Interns receive a stipend of $100/week and housing, if required. Local applicants are encouraged to apply.

All interested applicants should send cover letter and resume to HR Department via e-mail hr@gatewayplayhouse.com or fax (631-286-5806).