Joburg City Theatres: Internship Programme 2025 / 2026

This internship opportunity is applicable to youth, who qualify for this internship and have never participated in an internship programme before, except in circumstances where the internship programme was not relevant to the candidate’s course of study. Applicants must be between the ages of 18 -35 years and be a South Africa citizen.

The following Internship Opportunities are open for Applications:

Internship: Programming

Department: Client Services

Locations: Joburg Theatre (Braamfontein), Soweto Theatre (Jabulani), Roodepoort Theatre (Florida)

Reference No: PR3/08/2025

Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in: Theatre / Performing Arts / Arts Administration / Arts Management / Project Management or an equivalent qualification.

Duties: Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing theatre productions and events. Assist in implementing creative decisions of the Artistic Director and production team. Assist in managing rehearsal schedules, production meetings, and technical requirements. Assist in overseeing rehearsals and resolving the needs or concerns of directors and actors. Assist in ensuring that set, costume, sound, and music designs meet the director’s requirements. Assist in tracking and updating production timelines, milestones, and task lists. Assist in researching, identifying, and proposing potential productions for consideration. Assist in selecting, scheduling, and curating performances, workshops, and festivals aligned with the venue’s strategic goals. Assist in maintaining and updating programming records and databases. Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders. Assist in budget tracking, procurement processes, and resource management as guided by the producer. Assist in liaising with artists, suppliers, technical teams, marketing, and publicity departments to coordinate all aspects of the production process. Assist in ensuring seamless communication among all departments and stakeholders to facilitate smooth project delivery.

Internship: Stage

Department: Roodepoort Theatre

Locations: Roodepoort Theatre (Florida)

Reference No: Stage/08/2025

Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in: Live Events Technical Production

Duties: Rig Lighting, Audio, AV and Stage equipment. Assist with load-in and load-out of show sets and props. Assist on stage with set up and running shows. Program and operate Lighting, Audio and AV equipment during a performance and or rehearsals. Perform basic/routine electrical maintenance when needed. Perform monthly inspections on Lighting, Audio, AV and Stage equipment. Perform monthly inventory management. Ensure all equipment has barcodes and is located and stored in the correct area. Adhere to all Health, Safety and Fire regulations.

Internship: Marketing

Department: Client Services

Locations: Joburg Theatre, Braamfontein

Reference No: Marketing/08/2025

Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in: Digital Marketing / Communications / Social Media Marketing

Duties: Assist in the development of fresh, innovative ideas for stage productions. Support creative meetings and brainstorming sessions. Attend rehearsals and meetings to understand how creative decisions are implemented. Help to ensure that creative outputs meet high standards and resonate with audiences. Develop social media content plans and do compelling content for social media. Research trends, audience preferences, and creative techniques to inform ideas. Observe and learn from the Creative Team during key production phases. Capture behind-the-scenes moments, rehearsals, and live performances. Contribute fresh, imaginative ideas for promoting shows and engaging audiences. Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions in a professional and friendly manner. Interact with followers to build a sense of community and excitement around productions Creative & Visual Skills. Use Basic graphic design (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express) for creating visually appealing posts. Assist in Photography and videography skills to capture rehearsals, backstage moments, and performances. Assist in Storytelling to craft engaging narratives around productions, cast, and crew.

Internship: Graphic Designer

Department: Client Services

Locations: Joburg Theatre, Braamfontein

Reference No: GD/08/2025

Requirements: Diploma in Multimedia or equivalent. Portfolio (Evidence of work done) e.g. Selection of design school projects, i.e. poster designs, flyers, presentations, logo designs, illustrations, typography design etc

Knowledge: Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. Knowledge of Adobe InDesign (basic layouts). Knowledge of Adobe Premier Pro (basic video editing). 

Duties: Visual Design Support – Assist in creating poster layouts, web & social media visuals, follow brand guidelines and maintain consistency. Content Adaptation – Resize and adapt existing designs for different platforms (Annual Reports, social media and Billboards), for digital and print. Research & Mood boards – Collect reference imagery, colour palettes, and typography ideas. create mood boards for upcoming productions. File Management – Maintain an organised digital asset library. Archive orderly and save completed projects with an organized system. Basic Production Assistance – Prepare print-ready files for service providers. liaise with printers under supervision and basic email etiquette and agility. Learning & Skills Development – Participate in regular skills sessions. keep a weekly log of tasks, learnings and building a competent professional personal design portfolio. Taking notes – Reading and comprehension of briefs, basic writing, basic planning and accountability. Pro-active – Taking initiative when work/tasks are not enough.

Internship: Employee Relations

Department: Client Services

Locations: Joburg Theatre, Braamfontein

Reference No: ER/HR/08/2025

Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Labour Relations / Industrial Relations / Human Resources Management or Employment Law

Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Strong interest in employment law, workplace conflict management, and collective bargaining.  Good communication and interpersonal skills

Duties: Assist with scheduling and minute-taking in grievance and disciplinary hearings. Maintain and update labour relations case files and databases. Research relevant labour legislation and case law. Support in drafting notices, reports, and correspondence. Provide administrative support in CCMA / Bargaining Council matters and union engagements. Assist in the preparation of training and awareness sessions for staff on HR and labour relations policies. File disciplinary and grievance documentation accurately and timely. Provide well-prepared minutes/reports within 48 hours of hearings. Maintain an updated Labour relations database. Support during CCMA/Bargaining Council cases/hearings with proper documentation and notes. Conduct and present at least one research brief per quarter on emerging labour law trends. Provide positive feedback from Labour Relations Officer/Manager on reliability and professionalism. May be required to perform any other duties in HR within his competency.

Internship: Marketing & Public Relations

Department: Client Services

Locations: Soweto Theatre, Jabulani

Reference No: M&PR/08/2025

Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Marketing / Public Relations / Communications / Media Studies.

Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office, design and social media tools advantageous). Strong writing and communication skills. Interest in arts, culture, and live entertainment.

Duties: Assist with the development and scheduling of social media content. Draft media statements, press releases, and newsletters. Support event promotions, launches, and activations. Monitor media coverage and compile reports. Assist in database management for media and stakeholders. Provide administrative support in marketing campaigns and PR activities. Deliver at least 10 social media posts per week aligned with campaign plans. Draft a minimum of 2 press releases per month with supervisor guidance. Assist in at least 3 promotional events per quarter with positive feedback. Submit weekly media monitoring reports. Maintain an updated media/stakeholder database with accuracy. Provide positive feedback from the line manager on teamwork and creativity.

Internship: Building & Security

Department: Roodepoort Theatre

Locations: Roodepoort Theatre, Florida

Reference No: B&S/RT/08/2025

Requirements: Grade 12 or N3 certificate. Basic knowledge in plumbing. Computer literacy. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs. Ability to speak and write English

Duties: Assist in the general maintenance of the theatre building, including routine inspections and upkeep of electrical, plumbing, and structural systems as needed. Repair water leaks and address minor maintenance issues promptly to minimize disruption. Inspect cloak rooms and other public/employee areas to ensure they meet accepted standards of safety, hygiene, and accessibility. Adhere to all theatre safety policies and procedures; wear appropriate PP. Report promptly hazards to the supervisor. Handle basic hand and power tools under supervision and ensure tools are clean, wellmaintained, and securely stored after use. Maintain simple logs of maintenance tasks performed and document any faults or risks and escalate to the supervisor as required. Plan tasks to minimize impact on audience and staff. Complete assignments within agreed timelines. Communicate any delays or conflicts early. Participate in on-the-job training, safety inductions, and any theatre specific maintenance courses. Identify and report opportunities to reduce waste during maintenance activities. Read simple schematics or plans when required and take basic measurements accurately and log results for asset maintenance records.