Position Purpose:

The Technical Direction Team is responsible for facilitating the integration of all design disciplines within the TAIT Group. The TAIT group divisions support but are not limited to Museums, Theatres, Exhibits, Live Shows, Concerts, Theme Parks, Cruise Ships. The Technical Director (Intern) will support the Technical Direction team members in managing designs of technical systems with full supervision of a staff Technical Director.For projects in production, this position could support the Full Time Technical Director for in-field supervision of show system installation and coordination with construction activities. The Technical Director (Intern) would have project responsibilities but no personnel reporting responsibilities.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
• A working knowledge of the performing arts industry with practical experience in Theatre and/or live events and manufacturing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
• Strong leadership and partnering skills and the ability to work across a Global Work Environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and sensitive partner information
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)
• Familiarity or work knowledge with drafting programs such as Revit, AutoCAD, BIM and Vectorworks

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of AVCL system design and implementation.
• Working knowledge of Design documentation (CAD drawings/diagrams & narrative design descriptions).
• Experience with Technical verification of systems for compatibility and suitability for intended use

Preferred Education

Junior or Senior, graduate student, or recent graduate earning or completing MFA in a technical design-related field

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must be enrolled in an accredited college/university/technical school and enrolled prior to the term (spring or fall) for participation in the program. Considerations will also be made for post graduate candidates within 6 months of graduation. Candidates must be 18 years of age at time of internship start date. This is not a hybrid position and the position will be required to work a minimum of 37.5 hours a week. Housing and Meals are not provided and are the responsibility of the candidate.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to frequently work at a desk, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel each day.

Work Conditions of the Role

• Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust,fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes, safety glasses, reflective vest, ear steel-toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the location.

Outcomes

• Product and project delivered on time, on budget and of high quality.
• Contribute to the growth of the team
• Contribute to the growth of the organization
• Perform at a consistent high level