Internship

Join Kuopio Dance Festival as an intern!

Are you interested in working in the cultural and events sector? Kuopio Dance Festival is the largest dance arts festival in the Nordic countries, bringing together dance enthusiasts, professionals and audiences from around the world every year. The festival will take place on 7–13 June 2027, featuring international performances, a diverse range of dance courses and free daily events throughout the city.

The internship offers you the opportunity to get behind the scenes of the festival and develop your skills in the cultural and events sector. Working hours and arrangements can be adapted to fit your studies. The internship tasks can be tailored and combined according to the intern’s own interests, skills and goals.

You are also welcome to suggest your own project or thesis ideas. If you have a project, task or other idea that you would like to develop as part of your internship or in collaboration with the festival, we would love to hear about it. Don’t hesitate to share your ideas!

You will get the most out of the internship by committing to several weeks and working throughout the entire festival week.

We are looking for interns:

This role requires flexibility, teamwork and a willingness to contribute to various aspects of the festival. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of festival production, join the behind-the-scenes team well in advance, and work hands-on with the team throughout the festival. Your tasks will include, for example:

  • Assisting with production tasks before the festival, such as administrative duties, documentation and practical arrangements
  • Preparing stages and venues and assisting with technical support
  • Supporting ticket sales, the information desk and audience services
  • Assisting with marketing and social media updates, as well as distributing promotional materials
  • Assisting with the practical arrangements of the programme, including welcoming and guiding performers and guests during the festival week

You will work closely with the festival’s Marketing and Communications Coordinator and Graphic Designer. This role offers the opportunity to gain experience in a wide range of tasks, including:

  • Assisting with the production of social media content and media collaborations
  • Planning and writing newsletters
  • Updating the website and producing current content
  • Assisting with the production of marketing materials, such as digital and print advertisements
  • Representing the festival at fairs, events and other promotional activities

During your internship at the Kulttuurikulma (Cultural Corner) shop in Apaja Shopping Centre, you will work in a variety of customer service and sales roles. Your responsibilities will include ticket sales (Lippu.fi and Tiketti), selling dance-related products, and assisting both local customers and visitors from elsewhere.

During the festival week, you will become part of the unique festival atmosphere and work at the heart of the event’s customer service and sales operations.

Learn more about Kulttuurikulma

What we are looking for in an intern:
  • Commitment to and enthusiasm for festival work, with a willingness to learn about the practical aspects of the cultural and events sector
  • Ability to work flexibly and as part of a team in a variety of tasks
  • Ability to handle busy periods and adapt to changing situations
  • Finnish skills are required for the internship. English and other language skills are an advantage.
  • A positive, curious and proactive attitude
  • A friendly and cheerful personality
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Please submit a free-form application and CV:
production@kuopiodancefestival.fi

The organizer reserves the right to make changes.