Paid Internship: Junior Theatre Technician Autumn 2025

Masterclass is offering a paid, three-month internship for an aspiring Theatre Technician, at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. This is a hands-on opportunity for those interested in electrics and / or carpentry to gain backstage experience in a professional theatre.

You’ll work full-time alongside experienced in-house electrical and carpentry teams, supported by Masterclass. During this 13-week placement, you’ll develop essential skills in lighting, rigging and carpentry, with the flexibility to focus on your interests.

Not sure what job this internship could lead to? Check out a full list of backstage careers here.

Key Information: 

📅 Internship: 27 October 2025 – 25 January 2026.

🚀 Apply by: 9am, Friday 19 September

🎤 Interviews: Early-October 

💰 Salary: Paid at London Living Wage 

📍Location: Based at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, SW1Y

✍️ Contract Type: Fixed Term 

Who can apply?

This internship is for those at the start of their career or looking for a first step into theatre. Prior theatre experience is not required, but candidates must have basic skills in carpentry, electrics or sound, and a strong interest in theatre and live events.

Person Specification:

Ideal candidates will:

• Have a strong interest in theatre
• Be curious, enthusiastic and hardworking
• Have relevant qualifications or experience in carpentry, electrics, or sound
• Be eager to learn and contribute to a busy team
• Possess good communication and organisational skills
• Work well under pressure and solve problems effectively
• Not have professional experience working backstage on a large-scale commercial production

Eligibility:

• Age 18+
• Available for the full placement
• Have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the placement
• Be a Masterclass member (free to join for anyone aged 16 - 30 here)

We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those from the global majority, working-class backgrounds, or those facing barriers to progression in the theatre industry. Due to funding, preference will be given to candidates under 25 and residing in the following London boroughs: Barnet, Brent, Camden, City of London, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster). We will, however, consider all candidates.

To check your borough, click  here.

With thanks to Theatre Royal Haymarket for making this opportunity possible. If you have any questions, please contact the Masterclass office by email: info@masterclass.org.uk