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Our team includes full-time, part-time, and U of M student employees and volunteers who love the intersection of arts, entertainment, and education; want to make a difference in their community; and enjoy working with a group of talented and committed colleagues. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer, and offers competitive salaries, generous benefits, and the prestige of working for one of Minnesota’s most beloved arts and educational institutions. Hours and schedules vary based on position and events. Open positions are posted here and also on all of Northrop’s social media channels when available.
Northrop Pre-Show Performance Opportunities
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U of M Student Positions and Internships
We offer a variety of part-time jobs and internships, especially for U of M students to gain experience in all areas of arts management including Marketing, Development, Production, Ticketing, Engagement, Front of House (ushering), and Programming. Open positions are posted here and announced on our social media channels, and are available both during the academic year and year-round.
Student Internships Available
Northrop Engagement Intern
Job ID: 369564
Northrop is hiring an Engagement Intern to assist with the research, creation, and implementation of engagement opportunities by establishing and maintaining meaningful connections between campus and community groups and programming at Northrop. The Engagement Intern will help plan and staff regularly scheduled events, including evening performances, student matinees, and Northrop’s annual Study-In Day; administer the Northrop Across Campus program designed to welcome students and faculty to Northrop; and provide administrative and program evaluation support to the Artistic and Community Programs team, as well as other general office duties.
This is a temporary, part-time U of M student position, approximately 10 hours per week (and up to 14 hours per week during events) paying $15.25/hour. Applicants must be a currently enrolled UMN student registered for the required number of credits, and preferably have experience and interest in the performing arts, entertainment, academics, and availability to work occasional evening, weekend, and matinee events. The preferred start date is Wed, Sep 3, 2025.
For more information and to apply, University of Minnesota student applicants, please view the full posting for Job 369564 or visit My U Student Jobs and search for Job ID: 369564.
Northrop Artistic Programs Intern
Job ID: 369425
The Northrop Artistic Programs Intern will assist the Artist Services Manager, Education Coordinator, and the Artistic & Community Programs Department with Northrop Presents event administration, planning, and execution. Job duties include working Northrop Presents events and Student Matinees, assisting with K–12 programs and administrative tasks as assigned, creating and updating overview spreadsheets and artist itineraries for Northrop Presents events, entering events and engagements into Northrop's archival database, assisting with artist hospitality and transportation, participating in departmental research and evaluation work, and other duties as assigned and deemed necessary in contributing to the mission of Northrop and activities of the department.
This is a temporary, part-time U of M student position, approximately 10 hours per week with up to 15 hours as needed for occasional event weeks, paying $15.25/hour. This position requires a currently enrolled UMN student with a minimum of at least 2 semesters completed as a full-time student and availability to work occasional evening and weekend events. Must have a valid driver's license. The preferred start date is September 8, 2025.
For more information and to apply, University of Minnesota student applicants, please view the full posting for Job 369425 or visit My U Student Jobs and search for Job ID: 369425.