Spring Apprenticeship: 4-6 Weeks Across Festival Departments

OPERA America, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Housing options

Free tickets to performances

Dormitory housing

Job summary

Spoleto Festival USA in Charleston, SC is offering a spring Apprenticeship Program spanning 4 to 6 weeks. Apprentices will work hands-on in various departments alongside professional arts administrators and technicians, gaining real experience and responsibility beyond observation.

Applicants must be at least 18, able to pass a background check, have US work authorization for the full duration, and be prepared for long hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays; onsite-only roles with travel

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18; 21+ for select positions due to insurance requirements and/or state regulations.
• Ability to pass and maintain a clear background check.
• Valid work authorization in the United States for the full duration of the program; Spoleto does not sponsor visas for this program.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple festival departments as assigned (e.g., Artist Services, Box Office, Development, Education, Marketing, Operations).

Skills

Background check

US work authorization

Flexibility

Job description

Spoleto Festival USA in Charleston, SC is offering a spring Apprenticeship Program spanning 4 to 6 weeks. Apprentices will work hands-on in various departments alongside professional arts administrators and technicians, gaining real experience and responsibility beyond observation.

Applicants must be at least 18, able to pass a background check, have US work authorization for the full duration, and be prepared for long hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays; onsite-only roles with travel