Description: As the name implies, “Stage Hands” work on stage to ensure the music happens. The Stage Hands Intern will develop an understanding of the technical aspect of setting up and supporting the artists. They will have hands-on experience with instruments, audio, and lighting equipment. They will learn how to set up and break down the equipment in addition to helping road crews unload and load the equipment. They must be able to take direction, work well with others, and able to lift 75 pounds. If you’re looking to learn about live music and be part of a hard-working, tight-knit team, this is the place to start.

Compensation: Interns will be paid $15 per hour for their time during the festival weekends.

Requirements: Applicants must be able to take direction, work well with others, and able to lift 75 pounds. Interns will be expected to complete an online orientation before arriving to Newport and an in-person orientation before each festival. 

Schedule: During the festivals, 6am call until the last truck is packed (anywhere from 9PM to 1am).

Description: The ticketing/box office is a great jumping-off point for anyone looking to get into the events industry. Working in this department will also introduce you to many of the other festival departments. Must have excellent customer service, strong on-the-spot problem-solving skills, be comfortable with new technology, strong organizational skills and a “how can I help” attitude.

Compensation: Interns will be paid $15 per hour for their time during the festival weekends. 

Requirements: Excellent customer service, strong on the spot problem solving, comfortable with new technology, strong organizational skills and a “how can I help” attitude.

Schedule: Two days a week beginning the middle of June, full time during the festivals.

Description

Video Interns or “production assistants” will work alongside the video team responsible for capturing everything that happens on the stages of the Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals. This internship position would be great for someone looking to expand their knowledge of live mutlicam video production, interview setups including lighting, cinematography and audio, and to generally be a part of a great team behind the scenes!

Each intern will be assigned to a specific stage or interview area at the festival and will be responsible for:

-Running media between stages and video control room

-Helping setup, maintain, and breakdown the gear

-Assisting with meal times and water breaks

Requirements: 

Please send any prior experience in video production and area of interest (camera operating, producing, media managing, ect.) along with your application.

Schedule:

10:30am – 7:30pm each festival day

Compensation:

Interns will be paid $15 per hour for their time during the festival weekends.

The Hospitality Intern will work to ensure all guests of the Festivals are well taken care of! You will work with the Hospitality, Artist Relations and Product team to learn firsthand what it takes to ensure an artist and their guests have everything they need for a successful performance. If you’re interested in the hospitality or music industries, this is the place to start.

Compensation: Interns will be paid $15 per hour.

Requirements: Patience, ability to work with others, listening skills.

Schedule:  Monday – Thursday prior to the festivals (Non show days) approx 10am-4pm. On show days approx 6am -8pm

Description: The Foundation Intern will learn about the nonprofit side of our organization. Reporting directly to the Director of Development and Programs, the Foundation Intern will learn about fundraising, music education, and nonprofit management. Must have strong communication skills. If you’re interested in learning about how nonprofits work, or fundraising, this is the place to start.

Compensation: Interns will be paid $15 per hour for their time during the festival weekends. 

Requirements: Strong communication skills. Basic understanding of computers and social media.

Schedule: Intern will be expected to work 2-5 hours per week during June and July. And full day during the festival weekends.

Description: The Partnership Intern will work with the Head of Partnerships to help ensure our sponsors have a great experience while on site. Work directly with some of the greatest companies on earth and learn about how festival sponsorships work!

Compensation: Interns will be paid $15 per hour for their time during the festival weekends. 

Requirements: Good attitude, hustle & respect are a must!

Schedule: 8am to 5pm on show days and a simple pre-festival meeting to review expectations and the lay of the land

Description: The volunteer intern will work alongside the Volunteer Manager to schedule and coordinate the 200 plus volunteers that work in almost every location around each festival. They will serve as a team lead, coordinating a specific group of volunteers, and will work with the other team leads to help ensure the volunteers are contributing to the mission of the Newport Festivals Foundation to bring moments of hope through music and community.

Compensation: Interns will be paid $15 per hour for their time during the festival weekends.

Requirements: Applicants must have excellent communication skills (including speaking to crowds), a great deal of patience and ability to manage a crowd, and be ready to work and be flexible in all types of weather (extreme summer heat, rain, etc).

Schedule: Two weeks before the festival – a couple hours providing orientation to volunteers (day and time TBD), 8:30am – 4:30pm Thursday before the festivals, 7:30am – 8:30pm Friday through Sunday of both festivals.