Lilly Theater Technician Intern

Job Category
:
Interns

Requisition Number
: LILLY
002484

• Posted :
  October 1, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $15.50 USD per hour

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Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA

OVERVIEW:

The Lilly Theater Technician Intern will work closely with the production team on all technical aspects of the Lilly Theater's spring production, from building the set to hanging lighting. Once the show opens, the intern will work with the full Lilly Theater team to maintain the production and help run the house during shows.

The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best support our vision and mission.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with power and pneumatic tools, including saws, staple guns, and sanders, to build the set for the spring production
• Create and assemble props and costumes
• Paint the set and props
• Hang and focus lighting, and work on lighting and sound consoles
• Help maintain the production and run the house during shows once the production opens

REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of 0 to 4 years of college coursework, depending on personal skillset and focus
• Preferred major or field of study:
  Theater Tech (lighting, sound, carpentry, or costumes)
• Skills in programming lights and running sound, including Qlab
• Experience working in a scene shop, paint shop, or costume shop
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work closely as part of a team
• Previous experience in Theater Technology preferred
• Part-time position, approximately 15 hours per week

Note:

production and performance schedules likely require some evening and weekend availability.

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to use power and pneumatic tools, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift, build, and move set pieces and equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to work at heights, including hanging and focusing lighting, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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