PAID INTERNSHIP: JUNIOR THEATRE TECHNICIAN
Location: Theatre Royal Haymarket, West End
Duration: 3 months (12 May – 10 August 2025)
Salary: London Living Wage
Masterclass is offering a paid, three-month internship for an aspiring Junior Theatre Technician at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. This is a hands-on opportunity for those interested in electrics, carpentry, or woodwork to gain backstage experience in a professional theatre.
You’ll work full-time alongside experienced in-house electrical and carpentry teams, supported by Masterclass. During this 13-week placement, you’ll develop essential skills in lighting, sound, rigging, and carpentry, with the flexibility to focus on your interests.
Not sure what job this internship could lead to? Check out a full list of backstage careers here.
WHO CAN APPLY?
This internship is for those at the start of their career or looking for a first step into theatre. Prior theatre experience is not required, but candidates must have basic skills in carpentry, electrics, or sound and a strong interest in theatre or live events.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Ideal candidates will:
- Have a strong interest in theatre
- Be curious, enthusiastic and hardworking
- Have relevant qualifications or experience in carpentry, electrics, or sound
- Be eager to learn and contribute to a busy team
- Possess good communication and organisational skills
- Work well under pressure and solve problems effectively
- Not have professional experience working backstage on a large-scale commercial production
Eligibility:
- Age 18+
- Available for the full placement
- Have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the placement
- Be a Masterclass member (free to join for anyone aged 16 - 30 here)
We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those from the global majority, working-class backgrounds, or those facing barriers to entry. Due to funding, preference will be given to candidates under 25 and residing in select London boroughs (Barnet, Brent, Camden, City of London, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster). We will, however, consider all candidates.
To check your borough, click here.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete this application form. by 9am, Monday 24 March.
You can download the questions to prepare in advance here.
Alternatively, if this process is inaccessible, submit a 3-minute video or audio file detailing your interest and experience, and how you would benefit from the placement to info@masterclass.org.uk with the subject: TECHNICAL - TRH.
KEY INFORMATION
Application Deadline: 9am, Monday 24 March
Interviews: Mid-April
Start Date: 12 May 2025
End Date: 10 August 2025
Location: Central London
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Salary: London Living Wage
Got a question? Email info@masterclass.org.uk.
With thanks to Theatre Royal Haymarket for making this opportunity possible.
