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Our team includes full-time, part-time, and UMN student employees and volunteers who love the intersection of arts, entertainment, and education; want to make a difference in their community; and enjoy working with a group of talented and committed colleagues. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer, and offers competitive salaries, generous benefits, and the prestige of working for one of Minnesota’s most beloved arts and educational institutions. Hours and schedules vary based on position and events. Open positions are posted here and also on all of Northrop’s social media channels when available.

 

There are not any open staff positions at Northrop available at this time. Please check back and follow @NorthropUMN on social media.

Northrop Pre-Show Performance Opportunities: Lobby Musicians

Northrop is seeking passionate, skilled musicians to create a welcoming and engaging ambiance for patrons before select Northrop Presents performances. This paid opportunity, which includes complimentary tickets to the associated performance, is excellent for students seeking professional experience or established musicians looking to reach new audiences.

Program Details: Spring 2026 Pre-Performance Opportunities

Joffrey Ballet: American Icons

  • Northrop is seeking a Neoclassical, Orchestral, or Jazz-influenced small ensemble to play pre-show music for the Joffrey Ballet on the evening of Thur, Mar 5. American Icons celebrates four choreographers who shaped the American ballet landscape: Glenn Tetley, Martha Graham, Gerald Arpino, and the company’s founder, Robert Joffrey. The soaring program is brought to life with live orchestra, including a stirring piece played by Northrop Organist Greg Zelek that highlights our glorious Aeolian-Skinner Op—892, exemplifying the daring and enduring spirit that defines the Joffrey's maverick legacy. The pre-show ensemble will play in the Northrop Atrium on the second level from 6:30 to 7:20 pm. The ensemble's payment for the night will be $300. Complimentary tickets to the 7:30 pm performance will also be included.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

  • Northrop is seeking a Jazz, Gospel, Soul, or Contemporary ensemble to play pre-show music for the return of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater on the evening of Fri, Apr 18. Under the leadership of new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, the company remains guided as ever by Alvin Ailey’s pioneering legacy. Audiences will be treated to classic works from the Ailey repertory that have inspired and uplifted fans for decades—including the touchstone of inspiration, Revelations, the ultimate anthem to resilience and joy. Ailey will continue to break ground with new works by contemporary choreographers that promise to propel dance in exciting new directions. The ensemble will play in the Northrop Atrium on the second level from 6:30 to 7:20 pm. The ensemble's payment for the night will be $300. Complimentary tickets to the 7:30 pm performance will also be included.

Audience

Patrons moving through Northrop’s main entrance and common spaces.

Marketing & Promotion

Ensembles will be featured on Northrop’s social media and website leading up to the event!

How to Apply

UMN students of all musical backgrounds and genres and non-student musicians based in the Twin Cities area are eligible to apply. Email nacampus@umn.edu with:

  • a brief description of your musical experience
  • repertoire
  • why you’d be a good fit for the performance, including links to performance videos or recordings (YouTube, SoundCloud, etc).

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and we look forward to receiving your submission!

UMN Student Positions and Internships

We offer a variety of part-time jobs and internships, especially for UMN students to gain experience in all areas of arts management including Marketing, Development, Production, Ticketing, Engagement, Front of House (ushering), and Programming. Open positions are posted here and announced on our social media channels, and are available both during the academic year and year-round. 

 

Now Hiring Student Jobs

 

Student Backstage Tech Support

Job ID 372885

Northrop is looking for a motivated Student Backstage Tech Support to join our backstage production team. Working closely with full-time professional staff, this role will gain hands-on experience in audio, video and lighting operations. Duties include event set up and tear down, backstage custodial tasks, working events, locking up the theater afterward and other duties as assigned by the stage manager. This is a part-time, event-based position during both the school year and the summer with a pay rate of $15.25 per hour. Applicants must be undergraduates currently enrolled at the UMN with the ability to lift 50 pounds. The capacity to work weekends and/or evenings, as needed, is also required.

For more information and to apply, University of Minnesota student applicants can view the full posting for Job 372885 or visit MyU Student Jobs and search for Job ID: 372885.