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Berklee College of Music

Costume Shop Intern

Boston, MA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

The Costume Shop Intern will learn about the functions of an educational Costume Shop, from our ... Interns assist with day-to-day needs of the costume shop, learning through hands-on experience ...

Boston Conservatory

Costume Shop Intern

Boston, MA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

The Costume Shop Intern will learn about the functions of an educational Costume Shop, from our ... Interns assist with day-to-day needs of the costume shop, learning through hands-on experience ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship costume intern in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectInternship Costume InternCostume Designer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or ongoing college education, basic sewing skillsBachelor's degree in costume design, theater, or related field, extensive experience
Work EnvironmentAssist with costume preparation, work under supervision, in theater or film settingsLead costume creation, design, and coordination, in professional theater, film, or TV productions
Employer & Industry UsageProduction companies, theaters, costume shopsMajor studios, theater companies, production houses

The Internship Costume Intern role is an entry-level position focused on assisting with costume tasks and gaining industry experience. In contrast, a Costume Designer is a professional responsible for creating and overseeing costume concepts and execution. Interns support designers and learn the craft, while designers lead the creative process in costume design projects.

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Costume Shop Intern

Berklee College of Music

Boston, MA • On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist with costume fittings, organization, labeling, and alterations for theater, dance, and opera productions

  • Help with costume crafts, small builds, and maintenance of costume facilities

  • Support setup and teardown of fitting areas and perform administrative duties as needed

Berklee College Of Music rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

595th of 629 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Description:
The Costume Shop Intern will learn about the functions of an educational Costume Shop, from our interactions with designers, directors, performers, and choreographers, to costume builds and alterations. Internships are tailored to the skills and interests of the individual student. Interns assist with day-to-day needs of the costume shop, learning through hands-on experience (sewing, crafting, and more) in a fast-paced environment- Musicals, Concert Dance, Drama/Comedy, and Opera are all worked on at Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Specifi c skills for stage costuming are practiced, including sewing stretch fabrics for dance pieces, how to rig a costume for a quick change, and how to make a costume easily alterable for many wearers. Tracking, labeling, sorting, and recording all costume items are the foundation of our work. Will train on industrial machines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist with costume fittings as needed
• Assist with organization of costume pieces for theater, dance, and opera productions
• Assist with labeling of costume pieces
• Assist with alterations from fittings
• Assist with costume crafts as needed
• Assist with small builds as needed
• Assist with maintenance and upkeep of all costume facilities
• Assist with setup and teardown of fitting areas as needed
• Assist with administrative duties as needed
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma
• Experience in Costume, Fashion, Technical Theater, or related fields
• Strong interest in stage costuming
• Basic foundation in garment construction
• Proficient in operating a sewing machine
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Indoor environments, some with low light: costume shop, stages, backstage areas, dressing rooms, laundry room.
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, ETC:
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and climb ladders up to 12ft
• Seated and standing positions, crouching, kneeling
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:
We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.
*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*
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