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Ballet Co.Laboratory’s Development Internship is designed for individuals interested in learning about arts administration with a special concentration on fundraising events and campaigns. The ideal candidate for this internship will have exceptional organizational/written/interpersonal skills, and creativity.

Internship Activities
Assist with the coordination and implementation of our largest fundraising efforts of the year:

• Annual benefit performance on Saturday, October 14
• Give to the Max Day on Thursday, November 16
• Nutcracker in Wonderland on December 8–10
• Calendar year-end mail and email campaign

Application Requirements
To ensure an optimal experience for the intern, the following is required to apply:

• Start date will be the week of September 11 and run through December 15. Intern must be able to work a regular work schedule of 16 hours per week during normal office hours, with an increase of hours the week of October 9 – 14 due to benefit duties.
• Must be able to work October 14, November 16, and December 8–10.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn.
• Arts administration experience preferred.

Internship Location and Compensation
Intern will fulfill their hours at the Ballet Co.Laboratory’s studios located at 276 E Lafayette Frontage Road in St. Paul. A $1,500 stipend will be provided – half paid in October and final payment in December. Parking is free and all drop-in/workshop adult classes are offered at no cost to the intern during their time of service.

To Apply
Deadline to apply is Friday, September 1, 2023. Please send a cover letter and resume to Rachel Koep, Managing Director at rkoep@balletcolaboratory.org.

Threads NexGen/YDP (Youth Dance Project) is looking to hire ethnically diverse individuals to teach ballet and modern technique classes on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for upcoming 12-week, fall sessions. We seek skilled dance instructors to join our weekly intensive programming that also includes nutrition and embodied movement exploration at Threads Dance Nexus.

September 18-December 9
For youth ages 8-12
Ballet – Beginning/Advanced-Beginning, Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 or 6:00-7:00pm

September 18-December 16
For youth ages 13-17
Ballet – Intermediate/Advanced, Wednesdays, 1.5 hours in range of 4:00-7:30pm
Modern – Intermediate/Advanced, Wednesdays, 1.5 hours in range of 4:00-7:30pm

Instructors will be compensated for class hours at a rate of $40/hour. Instructors are also welcome to attend Threads Company Class on Mondays or Tuesdays from 9:00-10:30am as well as rent the studio at a discounted staff rate.

Candidates must have extensive experience in ballet and/or modern, strong communication skills, experience working with children, and provide informative, engaging, and effective movement instruction reflecting the Dance Nexus philosophy (below).

NexGen/YDP uses a holistic approach to training future dance artists. The program enables youth to enhance technical skills, explore creativity, and manage stress and trauma in a safe, supportive environment. Students will receive high-level training and education from professionals in ballet technique, modern dance technique, embodied movement exploration, and nutrition. At Threads Dance Nexus, we strive to create an equitable and inclusive learning environment where students’ gifts can be cultivated and opportunities for growth are embraced. We seek to be a place where diverse learners are treated with dignity and respect.

Our Teaching Philosophy
Culturally Relevant — so that dancers of any race or ethnicity feel a sense of belonging.
Trauma-Informed – dance education has the potential to reproduce harm or liberate; we chose liberation!
Anatomically Sound – working safely with the body to keep you dancing longer and stronger.
Inclusive and Equitable – all are welcome and differing needs are acknowledged.
Socially Just – seek to rectify injustice through arts activism.

If you would like more information and to apply, please email an introduction and your resume to Angela Ericson at aericson@threadsdance.org.