Design & Construction Intern

and the job listing Expires on March 12, 2026

The Lincoln Center Summer Internship is a paid, 10-week, in-person arts administration internship for NYC undergraduate students passionate about the performing arts.

This immersive program offers hands‑on experience in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment, providing interns with the chance to work closely with professionals in the design and construction field. Interns will collaborate with the Senior Director and Senior Manager of Design & Construction on exciting, live projects while gaining valuable skills in project management, organization, and arts facility operations.

• Professional development workshops
• Community building that creates a trusted peer network
• Conversation Series that features leaders from across the sector and program Alumni
• Special Events that make Lincoln Center the world’s leading performing arts center

• Review and streamline documents in Procore, ensuring all files are properly categorized and accessible in the Design & Construction SharePoint Drive.
• Contribute to the organization and digitalization of hard copy construction drawings and materials, creating a comprehensive and easily navigable inventory system for the design team.
• Work alongside the Senior Director and Senior Manager of Design & Construction, offering support on current construction projects and gaining firsthand experience in the management and execution of arts‑related construction initiatives.
• Learnthe ins and outs of construction management, from early‑stage design to project completion, while gaining exposure to key stages of facility redevelopment.

• A rising college junior or senior, or equivalent studying Architecture, Construction, or related field.
• You are based in New York City or the Greater New York region
• You are available to work in‑person 35 hours/week from June 2026– August 2026
• You identify as both a self‑starter and a dynamic team player
• You exemplify leadership, teamwork, organization, innovation, resilience, inclusivity, and enthusiasm
• You have familiarity with AutoCAD or other CAD software.
• Strong organization and communication skills

Please include a Cover Letter with your application:

In your Cover Letter, tell us why you are interested in joining Lincoln Center’s internship program and how this opportunity connects to your academic, career, and personal goals. We’d like to hear a personal story (a challenge, formative experience, or moment of motivation) that shaped your relationship to the arts or cultural spaces and helps us understand why pursuing this opportunity matters to you.

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