SUMMER JOBS & INTERNSHIPS
INTRODUCTION
Ohana Arts is currently accepting applications for staff positions at the 2019 Summer Festival and School at the University of Hawaii at Manoa Department of Theatre and Dance. The program provides a unique opportunity for students ages 6-18 to study with world-class faculty and guest artists from around the country in music, dance, and drama in an intensive, 6-week program.
Staff Positions
DIRECTOR OF RESIDENTIAL LIFE
June 8th through July 27th
Ohana Arts seeks a Director of Residential Life to oversee residential staff and student residential life of Ohana Arts students ages 12-18 in the University of Hawaii dorms. The Director of Residential Life should have extensive experience working in a residential management position at a camp for youth. The Director of Residential Life is responsible for securing a healthy and safe living environment for all students, and must strictly enforce all rules and regulations outlined in the student handbook. The Director of Residential Life also plans activities and outings for students during all program off-hours (M-F from 4:30pm-8:00am, and weekends). The Director of Residential Life will be provided room and board plus stipend. Please submit a resume and letter of inquiry to jobs@ohanaarts.org to apply.
REGISTERED NURSE
June 8th through July 27th
Ohana Arts seeks a full-time Nurse to provide basic care for Ohana Arts students ages 12-18 in the University of Hawaii dorms. The nurse is responsible for helping to secure a healthy and safe living environment for all students, and must strictly enforce all rules and regulations outlined in the student handbook. The nurse is to be on duty during all program off-hours (M-F from 4:30pm-10:00pm, and weekends), and on-call during program hours (M-F 8am-4:30pm and overnight 10pm-8am). The nurse will be provided room and board plus stipend. Please submit a resume and letter of inquiry to jobs@ohanaarts.org to apply.
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS
June 8th through July 27th
Ohana Arts seeks adults at least 18 years or older who have experience working as a camp counselor or residential counselor. Counselors are responsible for supervising students and assisting the Director of Residential Life with planning activities and outings during all program off-hours (M-F from 4:30pm-8:00am, and weekends). Counselors must maintain a healthy and safe living environment for all students, and strictly enforce all rules and regulations outlined in the student handbook. Counselors will be provided room, and board plus stipend. Please submit a resume and letter of inquiry to jobs@ohanaarts.org to apply.
GROUP MANAGERS (DAYTIME COUNSELORS)
June 8th through July 27th
Ohana Arts seeks adults at least 18 years or older who love working with children and teens and also have a passion for the performing arts. Group Managers provide a warm and welcoming environment for students, plan recreational activities and supervise students throughout the day. They are a positive influence on students that provide fun and safe, structured activities during breaks and downtime. They are also responsible for organizing and distributing information to parents and are their main point of contact throughout the summer. Please submit a resume and letter of inquiry to to apply.
JUNIOR COUNSELORS
June 8th through July 27th
Ohana Arts seeks young adults 16 years or older who love working with children and also have a passion for the performing arts. Junior counselors assist group managers with recreational activities and supervision of students throughout the day. They are a positive influence on students and assist with providing fun and safe, structured activities during breaks and downtime. Please submit a resume and letter of inquiry to to apply.
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
June 8th through July 27th
The Administrative Coordinator is the first point of contact for visitors, and serves as a liaison between parents, students, staff, and volunteers throughout the summer. He/she coordinates the day-to-day operations of the program, and should be friendly and welcoming, organized, informed, and have a vast awareness and understanding of the summer program. Please submit a resume and letter of inquiry to jobs@ohanaarts.org to apply.
BOX OFFICE MANAGER
June 8th through July 27th
Ohana Arts seeks a box office manager to run the summer box office. Duties include answering and returning phone calls, fulfilling single ticket and season pass orders (both in-person and phone), and training volunteers to assist at events. Stipend included. Please submit a resume and letter of inquiry to jobs@ohanaarts.org to apply.
STAGE MANAGERS
June 8th through July 27th
Ohana Arts seeks Stage Managers for its four productions this summer. Each SM will be assigned two shows to manage. Please submit a resume and letter of inquiry to jobs@ohanaarts.org to apply.
INTERNS
Ohana Arts seeks high school and college interns who are interested in gaining experience doing work on one of our summer productions. Students should specify their interest. We are currently seeking students interested in applying for the following positions:
Assistant Stage Managers/Props Masters
Run Crew
Make Up Designers
Wardrobe Assistants
Assistant Costume Designers
Assistant Music Directors
Assistant Choreographers
Administrative Assistant
Digital Media Producer
Interns must have a love for the arts and a desire to work with children. Please submit a resume and letter of inquiry to jobs@ohanaarts.org to apply. Interns receive a modest stipend.