The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Applications are now open for our Spring 2026 Internship Program! The Kennedy Center Internship Program is a holistic and rigorous professional development program designed to elevate the next generation of leaders in the arts, cultural, and non-profit fields. Kennedy Center Interns spend a significant amount of their time at the Kennedy Center in individual placements gaining valuable work experience and technical skills in their chosen field. Applicants must be a rising sophomore, junior, or senior enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program. Newly graduated seniors, up to 6 months post undergraduate, who are not actively enrolled in a graduate/master’s program are also eligible to apply! https://lnkd.in/evyGMbgt #interns #careerdevelopment #internship #performingarts

I'm extremely happy and grateful that I have experienced this wonderful, inspiring opportunity Playwright Discovery Program... here in Washington, D.C. at the Kennedy Center! Not only has this adventure been enjoyable, but it has also given me the recognition I deserve in life. I cannot wait to have more moments like this as time passes...! Follow @accessvsa Follow The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts #vsakennedycenter #kennedycenter #washingtondc #playwriteworkshop #certificate #validatemycreativity #ideserverecognition #iamgrateful #thisiswonderful

Applications are now open for our Fall 2025 Internship Program! The Kennedy Center Internship Program is a holistic and rigorous professional development program designed to elevate the next generation of leaders in the arts, cultural, and non-profit fields. Kennedy Center Interns spend a significant amount of their time at the Kennedy Center in individual placements gaining valuable work experience and technical skills in their chosen field. Applicants must be a rising sophomore, junior, or senior enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program. Newly graduated seniors, up to 6 months post undergraduate, who are not actively enrolled in a graduate/master’s program are also eligible to apply! #interns #internship #careerdevelopment #performingarts

What a proud moment at the 2025 National Arts Integration & STEAM Conference | Creativity Rising! It was an honor to present alongside my amazing colleagues during our session, “From Local to National: CETA’s Approach to Arts Integration.” We shared how a powerful idea—rooted in collaboration, creativity, and commitment—can grow from one community to a national movement. This work is about more than programs—it’s about expanding access and opportunity through the arts for every learner and educator we serve. Grateful for the incredible CETA team. Your dedication and belief in the power of the arts continue to inspire. Onward to the next chapter - fueled by creativity and the arts. #ArtsIntegration #SPED #CreativeLearning #KCED #CETA #Teamwork #EducationInnovation

Announcing a #KenCen newcomer! Zoë Christine (Jones) has recently joined the Development department as Assistant Manager of Stewardship for the Washington National Opera! In this role, Zoë will work on the day-to-day execution of a comprehensive program that provides the Development team with the systems, processes, measures, workflows, and content to effectively steward individual donors at all levels. We are excited to welcome Zoë to the team! #newhires #performingarts #nonprofit #fundraising #development

Announcing a #KenCen newcomer! Shannon McCreesh has recently joined the Development department as Assistant Manager, Fundraising Communications. In this role, Shannon will be creating bespoke and templated materials such as impact reports, informational documents, solicitations, presentations, event materials, and more in print, digital, and email formats. Welcome to the Kennedy Center, Shannon! #newhires #performingarts #nonprofit #fundraising #development

We are very excited to share a #KenCen newcomer! Sharmin Mahmud Price has recently joined the Development department as Managing Director for Advancement for the Washington National Opera. In this role, Sharmin will create and lead a team and a comprehensive advancement strategy to build out the major gift philanthropy program to take it to new levels of success. Welcome to the team, Sharmin! #newhires #performingarts #nonprofit #fundraising #classicalmusic #development

We are excited to announce a #KenCen newcomer! Natalie Tirendi has recently joined the Campus Rentals team as Assistant Manager, Campus Rentals! In this role, Natalie will support the Campus Rentals team, along with approval duties within the Kennedy Center's scheduling software for all internal and external use of theatrical and non-theatrical venues both indoors and outdoors across the entire Kennedy Center campus. Welcome to the team, Natalie! #newhires #events #artsadministration #eventplanning #performingarts #nonprofit

We are excited to announce a #KenCen newcomer! Katherine Crabill (Katy) has recently joined the Development team as Assistant Manager of Individual Giving for the Washington National Opera! In this role, Katy will work with the Director of Individual Giving and Operations, WNO in the management and long-term development of the WNO Circles Campaign (donors $1,800 - $24,999) including cultivation, acquisition, stewardship, and ongoing maintenance for both unrestricted and restricted contributions. Welcome to the Kennedy Center, Katy! #newhires #development #artsadministration #classicalmusic #performingarts #nonprofit

We're excited to announce a #KenCen newcomer! Erica Spear has recently joined the Programming team as Orchestra Operations Coordinator, WNO/KCOHO! In this role, Erica will provide administrative support to the orchestra management team, work to provide show coverage, serve as the Team Lead for select events, and act as point of contact for the Music Director. Welcome to the Kennedy Center, Erica! #newhires #programming #artsadministration #orchestra #performingarts #nonprofit