Intern, Design & Construction
Position: Design & Construction Intern
Department: Design & Construction
Program Overview: 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.
Interns gain access to:
- In person work experience
- 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
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What you'll get to do:
- 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.
You'll be a great fit if:
- 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.
What is Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts?
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. (LCPA) is a cultural and civic cornerstone of New York City. We believe the arts play an important role in our lives: they nourish our hearts and minds, teach us valuable lessons and critical skills, and help us create community. We are resolved not to lose sight of what connects us, and we hope you will consider joining our talented, diverse team.
We are:
1. The manager of the 16-acre Lincoln Center campus
-We are one of eleven amazing resident arts organizations
2. A leading Arts Presenter.
-We curate numerous programs and performances, showcasing music, dance, and more
3. An Education Hub.
-We have reached 20 million students, educators, principals, and community members
Who are our people?
LCPA is a team of dreamers, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who use unique platforms in the heart of New York City and beyond to advocate for the transformative impact of artistic experiences.
Lincoln Center People imagine and create in concert with this mission by founding President John D. Rockefeller III - "The arts are not for the privileged few, but for the many. Their place is not on the periphery of daily life, but at its center."
We welcome applicants from all sectors who agilely solve problems, show up as they are, and can't stop innovating.
What's the news?
Recent and Upcoming Programming
- Lincoln Center Reveals 25/26 Season Featuring Jeanine Tesori as Visionary Artist
- Kyle Abraham's 20 Years of Urgency at Lincoln Center Rose Theatre
Campus Happenings
- Lincoln Center Gets $50 Million Gift to Promote Contemporary Dance
- The new JFK terminal will show iconic artworks from MoMA, the Met and Lincoln Center
Legacies of San Juan Hill
- WNYC: Lincoln Center Celebrates 'Legacies of San Juan Hill
- Lincoln Center Launches San Juan Hill Project Digital Hub To Remember the Lost Urban Neighborhood
Who is our President and CEO?
Dr. Mariko Silver
Join us!
It is the policy of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc., to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, marital or civil partnership/union status, familial or caregiver status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, military or veteran status, genetic information, predisposition, or carrier status, unemployment status, domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. LCPA is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.
If you require reasonable accommodation in locating open positions, completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Abigail Worsnip at (212) 875-5324.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- Fitness Subsidies
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Pet Insurance
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Return-to-Work Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Leave of Absence
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Access to Online Courses
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training