Musical Theater Camp - Costume Internship (Summer 2026)

Des Moines Performing Arts•Des Moines, IA

3d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

Des Moines Performing Arts has an exciting opportunity for current college students interested in theatrical costuming to serve as a Costume Intern for summer camps working with a professional costumer. The Costume Intern's primary responsibilities include the following:

Requirements

Applicants must provide their own housing.
May-June: Applicants must be available 40 hours per week.
July 6-August 1: Applicants will work Monday, Tuesday, and Friday each week.
August 3-5: Final laundry, storage, and inventory of costumes.

Responsibilities

Attend design and production meetings, as needed.
Maintain a safe, clean working environment in the costume shop and theater.
Assist with purchasing materials, as available.
Assist with costume design, as assigned.
Assist with costume build, including load-in and set-up of costume fitting areas.
Assist with costume preparations for dress rehearsals and performance.
Assist with costume maintenance through the performance run, as available.
Assist with costume strike, as assigned.
Assist with laundry and inventory
Maintain the costume inventory.