EMPLOYMENT

Job Title: DanceAspen Summer Administrative Intern

Location: Aspen, CO

Position Type: Summer Internship (Paid)

ABOUT US

DanceAspen stands as Aspen's distinguished professional dance company, committed to enriching the cultural landscape of the Roaring Fork Valley. We're in search of a dynamic and motivated Administrative Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique immersion into the realm of arts administration, with a particular emphasis on fundraising, donor retention, and hands-on administrative duties. Additionally, advanced and pre-professional dancers will have the exceptional opportunity to participate in daily company class.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Fundraising Support: Assist in organizing fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives, including donor outreach and solicitation.

  • Donor Relations: Aid in maintaining strong relationships with donors, acknowledging contributions, and ensuring donor satisfaction and retention.

  • Administrative Tasks: Support the administrative team with various in-person tasks, such as data entry, correspondence, general office duties and occasionally running errands.

  • Event Coordination: Assist in the planning and execution of company events, including rehearsals, performances, and special gatherings.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Passion for arts administration and the performing arts.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with donors, dancers, and colleagues.

  • Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.

  • Experience with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Drive, Gmail) is essential.

  • Experience with Asana and Donor Database Management is a plus.

  • Proactive and resourceful mindset, with the capacity to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.

  • Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative team environment.

  • Interest in learning about fundraising strategies and donor stewardship practices.

  • Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate the dynamic nature of arts administration.

  • Drivers License is a requirement. Access to a vehicle is a plus

HOW TO APPLY

If you're eager to immerse yourself in the world of arts administration and contribute to the success of DanceAspen, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the internship to info@danceaspen.org.

At DanceAspen, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where interns can learn, grow, and contribute to our mission of artistic excellence.