Employment and Internships
EMPLOYMENT
DPAC offers a challenging and fun work environment. You will have an opportunity to be part of a quality team committed to making DPAC one of the best live entertainment centers in America.
A wide variety of jobs are offered at DPAC and posted here as they become available. DPAC is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Bartenders and Concessions:
While Centerplate is not currently hiring we will accept applications to keep on file. Please download application, fill it out and return it to the DPAC ticket center.
Download application here.
Candidates should review application requirements and job descriptions before applying.
Application Requirements
Applicants should be committed to providing top quality service to DPAC guests and clients and be able to work a flexible schedule which will include some nights, weekends, and holidays.
Potential employees must be able to provide proper identification and submit to a background check. All applicants must be legally able to work in the U.S.
Employment FAQs
Employees must be at least 18 years of age.
Applications can be downloaded here or requested by email, or in person at DPAC Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Event Staff (Ushers and Ticket Takers), Box Office, VIP Services, Operations, Facilities Maintenance and Administration are just some of the many departments that regularly need part-time staff. Full time positions open more rarely and include Marketing, Operations, Ticketing, Production, Sales and Management.
Hours vary based on each department and the start time of the event.
INTERNSHIPS
Now Accepting Applications for Spring, Summer, & Fall 2010!
The Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) is changing the face of entertainment in the Triangle. Interns at DPAC will have the rare opportunity to be involved with this new home for world class entertainment, a venue unlike any in the region.
Internships at DPAC provide excellent hands-on experience for college students interested in a career in performing arts and live entertainment. Interns have the opportunity to work alongside DPAC staff and participate in valuable career experiences and special projects. As an intern with DPAC, you will can a taste of the management, operations, production, sales and marketing that go into a large venue. We look forward to providing our interns with challenging tasks and rare learning experiences.
DPAC internships do require academic credit and are an ideal experience to highlight on a resume no matter what major or degree you are pursuing. See details on our internship opportunities below:
-
Group Sales & Client Development Internship
To apply, email cover letter and resume to Emily Dahl, edahl@dpacnc.com -
Marketing Internship
To apply, email cover letter and resume to Linda Charlton, lcharlton@dpacnc.com -
Fan Experience Manager Internship
To apply, email cover letter and resume to Sheyenne Michelizzi, smichelizzi@dpacnc.com -
Technical Production Internship
To apply, email cover letter and resume to Josh Anderson, janderson@dpacnc.com -
Theatre Event Management Internship
To apply, email cover letter and resume to Cassie Jones, cjones@dpacnc.com
If you choose to apply by mail, please submit cover letter and resume to:
DPAC Internship Program
123 Vivian Street
Durham, NC 27701
Internships are not a guarantee or agreement of present or future employment.