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Spring 2026 - Social Media Internship

Aberdeen, MD · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

This paid internship will span from late-August until late-November. We will be happy to work with ... Create a fun, dynamic atmosphere for guests, developing camaraderie and acting as a positive role ...

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Baseball Operations Internship

Flemington, NJ · On-site

$15.92/hr

This internship will run through the Summer of 2026. We will be happy to work with your school to ... Create a fun, dynamic atmosphere for event participants, developing camaraderie, and acting as a ...

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How much do acting internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for acting internship in the United States is $18.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an acting internship?

Acting internships are short-term, practical training opportunities where aspiring actors gain hands-on experience in the entertainment industry. These internships may involve working with theater companies, film productions, casting agencies, or talent management firms. Interns typically assist with rehearsals, auditions, administrative tasks, and sometimes have the chance to perform minor roles. The goal is to learn about the industry, build professional networks, and develop essential acting and production skills. Acting internships can be valuable stepping stones for launching a career in acting.

What do acting interns do?

During an acting internship, you can expect to participate in a range of activities such as assisting with rehearsals, performing in student or community productions, supporting backstage operations, and learning from professional actors and directors. Interns often work closely with the cast and crew, gaining hands-on experience in both performance and production aspects of theater or film. The role may also include administrative tasks, script readings, and opportunities to attend workshops or industry events. This environment fosters collaboration, networking, and skill-building, providing a valuable stepping stone for those pursuing a career in acting.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an acting intern?

To thrive as an Acting Intern, you need a solid grasp of clinical knowledge, patient assessment, and basic medical procedures, typically as a senior medical student in clinical rotations. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), hospital protocols, and diagnostic tools is commonly expected. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are vital soft skills for interacting with patients and healthcare teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure patient safety, effective learning, and smooth integration into clinical environments.

What is the difference between Acting Internship vs Acting Residency?

AspectActing InternshipActing Residency
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in theater or related fieldUsually requires similar educational background, sometimes with additional training
Work EnvironmentTemporary, often in theaters, film sets, or TV studiosIntensive, immersive training in acting, often in academic or professional settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by theaters, film companies, and TV studios for training programsCommon in acting schools, professional training programs, and some theater companies

Acting internships are short-term training opportunities in professional settings, focusing on gaining practical experience. Acting residencies are more immersive, often involving ongoing training and mentorship. Both serve as valuable stepping stones in an actor's career, but residencies typically offer a deeper, more structured learning experience.

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Infographic showing various Acting Internship job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,193 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Stewart Talent LA - Fall 2026 Internship

Stewart Talent

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Stewart Talent Los Angeles is offering part time in-person, remote, or hybrid internships which provide amazing opportunities to learn about the entertainment industry from a thriving talent agency.


This internship can begin as early as mid August and we are looking for at least a 4 month commitment.School credit is required and a time commitment of about 12-20 hours a week. Our office hours are 9:00am to 7:00pm (Pacific) Monday through Friday with Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday being in-person (interns have the option to be in-person, remote, or a hybrid during these days) and Monday/Friday being remote.We treat this internship as a serious position with a high level of responsibility.

We are seeking passionate, hardworking, motivated & organized individuals. Candidates must have attention to detail, a professional & pleasant demeanor, basic computer skills, and a desire to learn. Remoteinterns will need: a cell phone, a functioning computer with reliable high-speed internet access, the ability to download software/apps/files, some kind of video editing software, and the ability to maintain LA working hours (9:00am - 7:00pm Pacific time with an hour lunch).In-person interns will need: Reliable transportation to our office in Los Angeles (Mid-Wilshire / Miracle Mile area). Reimbursement for parking (at pre-determined parking lots) will be provided. Hybrid Interns will need all of the above.


Intern duties include, but are not limited to, editing self-tapesand client reels, emailing out daily casting notices from Deadline, generating client submission pitches, updating info in our internal databases, completing character based script coverage, and other general administrative tasks such as calendar upkeep and file organization. At the end of the internship you will have learned how to use Breakdown Services, InEntertainment, IMDBPro, and other industry related programs.


Our lead assistant supervises and gives feedback to the remote interns via emails with tasks and Facetime/Phone Calls/Zoom meetings throughout the day. The agents also try to schedule meetings with each of our interns throughout their internship to discuss the agency/industry and relevant topics.


Goals for the interns would be to learn how operations at an agency work. From inputting appointments, editing self-tapes and then inputting *Pin* dates in the client's calendar for a specific project, the interns observe and aid the process in which a client is hired. They also learn to hone valuable transferable skills like multitasking and prioritizing tasks in order to reach deadlines. They get first-hand experience from start to finish how talent and their representatives go about obtaining an acting job. This goes from viewing the breakdown, inputting a submission, exporting pitches, viewing appointments with the applicable materials (sides/script), editing a self-tape audition, submitting via the appropriate platform (EcoCast/Vimeo/CastIt), updating calendars with client avails, and tracking casting notifications on trade websites like Deadline.


Stewart Talent has offices in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Atlanta. Stewart Talent is always striving to grow and challenge the norms of standard business to better serve our clients in this ever changing industry.
Salary: School credit only.

Interviews will be held in Early August

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