Brooklyn College Fellowship-Operations

2027 Public Theater Brooklyn College Fellowship Program Description, Operations

The Brooklyn College Fellowship at The Public Theater offers full-time, paid training opportunities to recent Brooklyn College graduates for a duration of seven months. Made possible by the generous support of Arts Midwest’s Shakespeare in American Communities and supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, this program ensures that each Fellow is ingrained within a specific Public Theater department related to their chosen discipline, providing them with robust professional development and network-building opportunities to help launch their careers.

Dates of the fellowship: Monday, February 1, 2027 – Friday, August 27, 2027.

Candidates from historically underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply*.

The 2027 Brooklyn College Fellowship includes:

• A structured, full-time, training opportunity at The Public Theater where Fellows will be assigned day-to-day tasks/long-term projects in support of and in collaboration with their department
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  • Mentorship by an experienced staff member of The Public Theater
  • Seminars, workshops, and additional networking opportunities designed to increase understanding of The Public’s operations and programming, guide professional development, and connect to the larger performing arts community
  • A salary of $30,000 disbursed bi-weekly at an hourly rate over the seven-month fellowship period
  • This is a full-time, non-exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act with an hourly rate of $25, which is annualized at $52,000. The Overtime Rate is $50.00
  • Access to healthcare benefits and pre-tax transit

The departments available for the 2027 Brooklyn College Fellowship include: Costumes, Communications/Archives, and Operations

Applications must include:

• A completed application through The Public Theater website, at thepublic.nyc/careers
• 1-page cover letter that details:

• Why you want to work at The Public Theater in your selected department
• What preexisting and/or foundational skills you would bring into the role
• What you hope to learn during the fellowship and how it applies to your long-term professional goals
• Optional: Some applicants may have a background, identity or interest that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this resonates with you, then please feel free to share with us.

• 1-2 page professional résumé
• Contact information for 3 references (at least 2 references should be professional and/or academic)

Applicants must:

• Have a Bachelor's degree from the Brooklyn College Department of Theater conferred between December 2023 - December 2026.
• Must possess U.S. work authorization upon date of hire for the length of the fellowship
• Not be currently enrolled in a graduate degree or training program during the fellowship
• Be available to work up to 40 hours a week in their assigned department (please note: some departments may require periodic evening and/or weekend availability) for the duration of the fellowship
• Attend periodic training events, meetings, and workshops as required by the program

The deadline for completed applications is 11:59pm on Tuesday, December, 1 2026.
All applicants will be notified of their application status no later than December 31, 2026.

Please reach out to Becca Kenigsberg at rkenigsberg@publictheater.org if you have any questions.

*The Public is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, or veteran status.

The Public's commitment to diversity is broadly conceived. It includes, but is not limited to:

• Underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds
• First-generation college students
• Women and gender expansive people
• LGBTQIA+ communities
• People with disabilities
• Others whose backgrounds and experiences would diversify the field of theater

Operations Fellowship Description

The Operations department is responsible for all aspects of facilities management for our various sites, including the Delacorte Theater, 425 Lafayette Street, rehearsal studios at 440 Lafayette, and multiple warehouses.

The Operations Fellow will be exposed to the daily tasks of the Operations Department, including administrative functions and systems operations across all sites. The ideal candidate has an interest in theater and previous experience in theater production or administration, experience with Microsoft Office, and is organized, detail-oriented, a good communicator, and has a positive attitude. An interest in the inner-workings of historic buildings and capital projects is a plus.


Departmental Responsibilities: 

• Keep things organized: Help with scheduling, organizing drives, and tracking tasks.
• Work with data: Enter information into calendaring and work order systems and assist with daily updates.
• Support daily operations: Help teams with various tasks to keep everything running smoothly.
• Cover the front desk: Greet visitors, answer calls, and assist with basic inquiries.
• Communicate with others: Send emails, follow up on requests, and help coordinate between teams.
• Learn and assist: Join meetings, take notes, and get familiar with how the company works.
• Problem-solve: Spot issues and suggest simple ways to fix or improve things.

Professional Development/Training Events 

• Attend weekly Fellow meetings with Public Theater staff members
• Attend monthly professional development workshops, as well as additionally scheduled networking and/or training events
• Full participation in professional development activities as assigned by The Public
• Meet monthly with assigned Public Theater mentor

What we’re looking for 

• A curious mindset and the ability to solve problems, looking for new ways to solve the unique puzzles in a historic non-profit theater
• Looking to join a collaborative team, intersecting across all departments at The Public Theater
• Interest and passion for the behind-the-scenes structures that support success of the entire organization.
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• Dependable, proactive, and thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Effective time management and clear communication
• Digital fluency and eagerness to learn would make the candidate a valuable asset to the Ops Team.
• Availability Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm in person