Marketing Intern

Department: Marketing 

Application Deadline: November 24, 2025

Program Overview: The Lincoln Center Internship Program is a paid, in-person arts administration internship designed for NYC-based undergraduate and graduate students seeking meaningful, real-world experience in the cultural sector. This program cultivates the next generation of leaders by offering hands-on work opportunities and access to professionals across the arts and culture field. Interns will gain a comprehensive understanding of core arts marketing functions, the structure of a performing arts organization, and collaboration within a professional office environment.

 Interns gain access to:  

• In person work experience 
• Professional development workshops 
• Community building that creates a trusted peer network  
• Conversation Series that features leaders from across the sector and program Alumni
• Special Events that make Lincoln Center the world’s leading performing arts center 

What you’ll get to do: 

• Manage flyer inventory and ensure campus venues and community partners are stocked with relevant marketing materials
• Audit web pages and proofread print materials for accuracy
• Support the Associate Director of Marketing and Marketing Associate with implementing marketing strategies
• Attend marketing meetings and contribute creative ideas to develop new audiences and increase engagement
• Attend selected performances to assist with signage implementation and ensure smooth event operations

You'll be a great fit if:

• A rising college junior or senior, or equivalent
• Based in New York City or the Greater NYC area
• Available to work 21hours per week from February–May 2026
• Available Wednesday afternoons to participate in internship program workshops
• Familiar with design or marketing
• Experience with writing and editing
• Aware of current social media trends
• Someone who with strong attention to detail
• A self-starter who also thrives in team environments
• Passionate about arts, leadership, and community impact
• Someone who exemplifies teamwork, organization, innovation, resilience, inclusivity, and enthusiasm 

Application Materials: Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.

Please note: Candidates advancing in the selection process may be asked to complete an assessment to confirm role-related skills

What is Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts? 

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. (LCPA) is a cultural and civic cornerstone of New York City. We believe the arts play an important role in our lives: they nourish our hearts and minds, teach us valuable lessons and critical skills, and help us create community.

We are:  

1. The manager of the 16-acre Lincoln Center campus.

-We are one of eleven amazing resident arts organizations

2. A leading Arts Presenter.   

-We curate numerous programs and performances, showcasing music, dance, and more

3. An Education Hub.   

-We have reached 20 million students, educators, principals, and community members   

Who are our people?  

LCPA is a team of dreamers, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who use unique platforms in the heart of New York City and beyond to advocate for the transformative impact of artistic experiences.   

Lincoln Center People imagine and create in concert with this mission by founding President John D. Rockefeller III - "The arts are not for the privileged few, but for the many. Their place is not on the periphery of daily life, but at its center."   

We welcome applicants from all sectors who agilely solve problems, show up as they are, and can't stop innovating.  

What’s the news? 

Recent and Upcoming Programming

• Lincoln Center Reveals 25/26 Season Featuring Jeanine Tesori as Visionary Artist
• Kyle Abraham's 20 Years of Urgency at Lincoln Center Rose Theatre

Campus Happenings

• Lincoln Center Gets $50 Million Gift to Promote Contemporary Dance
• The new JFK terminal will show iconic artworks from MoMA, the Met and Lincoln Center

 Legacies of San Juan Hill

• WNYC: Lincoln Center Celebrates 'Legacies of San Juan Hill
• Lincoln Center Launches San Juan Hill Project Digital Hub To Remember the Lost Urban Neighborhood

Who is our President and CEO?  

Dr. Mariko Silver

Join us! 

It is the policy of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc., to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, marital or civil partnership/union status, familial or caregiver status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, military or veteran status, genetic information, predisposition, or carrier status, unemployment status, domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. LCPA is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values equal opportunity, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

If you require reasonable accommodation in locating open positions, completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Abigail Worsnip at (212) 875–5324.