Jobs, Auditions, & Internships
One of the ways Dance/USA connects the ecosystem is through its active listings of jobs, internships, fellowships, and auditions. Please share your opportunities with us by visiting the Services page of our website. There you’ll be prompted to submit pertinent information about your opportunity for review and approval. You can anticipate a 3-5 day turn around on your submission.
This is a complementary member benefit, and $30 per post for non-members.
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| Title | Organization | Location | Description | Salary/Pay Range | Apply | Application Deadline |
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| Title | Organization | Location | Description | Salary/Pay Range | Apply | Application Deadline |
| Assistant Professor of Dance (Ballet) | SMU | Dallas, TX | The Meadows Division of Dance at Southern Methodist University, recently classified as an R1 research institution, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Ballet (position #0634 | 75,000-80,000 | https://apply.interfolio.com/170789 | 1/10/2026 |
| Assistant Professor of Dance - Modern | University of Oklahoma School of Dance | Norman, Oklahoma | Assistant Professor of Modern Dance to start in August 2026 | Dependent on Qualifications | Please apply at this website: https://apply.interfolio.com/175035 | 01/10/2026 |
| Company Member | Zikrv Dance Ensemble | Premier School of Dabce, 12351 Grant St., Thornton, CO 80241 | Assistant Professor of Modern Dance to start in August 2026 | Dependent on Qualifications | Please apply at this website: https://apply.interfolio.com/175035 | 01/10/2026 |
| Company Member | Zikrv Dance Ensemble | Premier School of Dabce, 12351 Grant St., Thornton, CO 80241 | Assistant Professor of Modern Dance to start in August 2026 | Dependent on Qualifications | Please apply at this website: https://apply.interfolio.com/175035 | 01/10/2026 |
| Institutional Giving Manager | The Washington Ballet | Washington, DC | The Institutional Giving Manager leads grants and sponsorships at The Washington Ballet, managing proposals, reporting, and partnerships with foundations, corporations, and government funders. | $65,000-$75,000 | Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references. We encourage all interested applicants to apply even if they do not feel they meet 100% of the qualifications. We are dedicated to considering a wide array of candidates including those with non-traditional background and experience in the performing arts. Please use your cover letter to elaborate on what you hope to bring to this role and how your prior experience has prepared you for this opportunity. | 1/16/2026 |
| Chief Advancement Officer | Colorado Ballet | Denver, CO | Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Colorado Ballet in the search for a Chief Advancement Officer to lead all development efforts. The salary range is $160,000 to $180,000 annually. | https://apptrkr.com/5937234 | 1/21/2026 | |
| Teaching Artist – Community Engagement Programs - Part Time | Ballet Arizona | Phoenix, AZ | Join Ballet Arizona as a PT Teaching Artist! Teach ballet in schools and community programs, plan lessons, and create inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments. | 52.50 per hour | Submit your resume and contact information via email to HR@nullballetaz.org. No phone inquiries, please. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. This is a part-time position. | 1/24/2026 |
| Artistic Director - Children & Youth Division | Joffrey Ballet School | New York City, New York | This role oversees the artistic operations, curriculum design, faculty leadership, and performance programming for students of all levels. | $70,000 - $85,000 | Please learn more and apply on our website at https://www.joffreyballetschool.com/careers/artistic-director-children-youth-division/ | 1/31/2026 |
| Wardrobe Manager | Calpulli Mexican Dance Company | New York, NY | The Wardrobe Manager prepares, maintains, and organizes Calpulli’s costumes throughout the year, including pre-show preparation and post-performance restoration. | $20/h | Interested individuals please email your cover letter, resume, and/ or curriculum vitae to Company Manager, Lisa Javelas at lisa@nullcalpullidance.org with the subject line “Wardrobe Manager.” Individuals proceeding to the interview process will be requested to provide references. | 1/31/2026 |
| Director of Philanthropy | Ballet Arizona | Phoenix, AZ | Senior fundraising leader driving revenue growth through diverse giving channels, managing team, engaging donors, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability with leadership and Board. | $140,000–$160,000 | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and contact information at www.balletaz.org or email HR@nullballetaz.org. Please, no phone inquiries. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis; position open until filled. | 1/31/2026 |
| Assistant Professor of Musical Theater, Choreographer Dance | Binghamton University | Binghamton, NY | Binghamton University seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of dance position to support the Theatre Department's musical theatre BFA program. | 78,000 | https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=195419 | 2/1/2026 |
| Summer Intensive – Housing Leadership (2 placements available) | Cincinnati Ballet | Cincinnati, OH | Help create a safe, fun summer home for young dancers in Cincinnati! Build leadership skills, live on-site, and make an impact as part of our residential team. Join us for a meaningful six weeks. | $685-$850 a week plus room and board | Interested candidates can learn more and apply at: https://cballet.org/employment/ | 2/15/2026 |
| Ballet School Director | Chattanooga Ballet | Chattanooga, TN | The School Director will facilitate a visionary, goal-oriented strategy to cultivate dance education while shaping the school’s future. Full job description can be found here: https://qrco.de/bgNbPm. | $50,000+, dependent upon experience. | Candidates should email a brief cover letter and resume to Chattanooga Ballet’s CEO/Artistic Director, Brian McSween at: bmcsween@nullchaballet.org. | 2/20/2026 |
| Director of Finance and Administration | Ballet Memphis | Memphis, Tennessee | This position provides leadership to financial management and strategy to build credibility, trust, and transparency with stakeholders and ensure financial sustainability. balletmemphis.org/careers | Commensurate with experience | Send cover letter and resume to Careers@nullBalletMemphis.org. | 2/28/2026 |
| Development Manager | Threads Dance Project | Minneapolis, MN | Threads Dance Project is seeking a full-time Development Manager to support its 15th Anniversary fundraising efforts, celebrations, and beyond. The ideal candidate would be able to start January '26 | 45-49,000 | Visit www.threadsdance.org/careers to read full position description and application instructions. To apply, email a letter of interest and resumé to info@nullthreadsdance.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until filled. | 3/1/2026 |
| Director of Development | Ballet Memphis | Memphis, Tennessee | The Director of Development plans, develops, and implements strategies that grow and engage Ballet Memphis’ donor base. Full description available here -https://balletmemphis.org/careers | Commensurate with experience. | Send cover letter and resume to Careers@nullBalletMemphis.org. | 4/30/2026 |
| Tumbling / Preschool Gymnastics / Acro Instructor | Houston Dance Works | Houston, TX | We are seeking an instructor skilled in tumbling, preschool-level gymnastics, and/or acro who can deliver safe progressions, thoughtful teaching, and confident classroom management. | 35+ | Email info@nullhoustondanceworks.com with: Your experience in tumbling/gymnastics/acro Your availability (evenings/Saturdays required) A short note on how you define safety + progression in movement education | 5/1/2026 |
| TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM (12–18 MONTH TRACK) | Houston Dance Works | Houston, TX | This is not an just assistant role. It is an intensive training experience focused on pedagogy, classroom management, lesson planning, child development, leadership, technique correction, & curriculum. | 18 | Please email info@nullhoustondanceworks.com with: Your name and age Why you want to pursue dance teaching professionally Your experience (dance, coaching, childcare, leadership, etc.) Availability (evenings/Saturdays required) | 5/1/2026 |
| Primary and Pre-Primary Dance Instructor | Houston Dance Works | Houston, TX | HDW is seeking an experienced Preschool Dance Instructor to lead classes for children ages 2.5–6 in Ballet/Tap Combo, Pre-Ballet, Creative Movement, and Kinder Jazz/Tap/Ballet. | 35+ | Please email your resume and a brief statement sharing what “Confidence Through Dance” means to you to info@nullhoustondanceworks.com . Include any experience with jazz or tumbling if applicable. | 7/31/2026 |
| Title | Organization | Location | Description | Salary/Pay Range | Apply | Deadline | Audition Date |
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| Company Member | Zikrv Dance Ensemble | Premier School of Dabce, 12351 Grant St., Thornton, CO 80241 | Denver's Zikr Dance Ensemble is looking for male & female dancers for their 2026 Spring Season | Competitive | Attend live audition in Denver, Jan 11, 2026, 1-3 pm; or submit online audition to davidtaylor.zikr@nullhotmail.com - send head shot, full body shot, CV & references and performance reels of both classical & contemporary work | 1/11/2026 | 1/11/2026 1-3pm MT |
| Charlotte Ballet I and II Company Auditions | Charlotte Ballet | Charlotte, NC | Charlotte Ballet, under the artistic direction of Alejandro Cerrudo, is currently seeking dancers with strong contemporary and classical technique to fill positions with Charlotte Ballet I and II. | Competitive | Submit the following audition materials to artistic@nullcharlotteballet.org: Updated headshot and resume, video excerpts of Contemporary repertoire, Improvisation, and a Classical variation (on pointe, if applicable). https://charlotteballet.org/auditions/ | 1/11/2026 | 2/7/2026 9:30 am EST |
| Audition for professional dancers | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater | New York, NY | The internationally acclaimed Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will hold auditions for professional dancers accomplished in modern, ballet, jazz, and contemporary techniques. | minimum $1462.60/week for 40 weeks, plus benefits | In-person auditions are by invitation only. Pre-screening video is required. See Ailey.org/company-auditions for details and submission instructions | 1/23/2026 | 3/8/2026 12:00 am |
| Boulder Ballet Company Audition | Boulder Ballet | New York City, NY | March 13, 2026 Joffrey Ballet School - Manhattan 434 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10011 | $650/week for 32+ weeks | Please upload all required materials via DanceApply if you would like to be considered for one of our in-person auditions (dates below). If you are unable to attend one of our auditions, please submit materials to auditions@nullboulderballet.org. https://www.danceapply.com/browse | 3/12/2026 | 3/13/2026 12:00 am |
| Boulder Ballet Company Audition | Boulder Ballet | San Fransisco, CA | March 15, 2026 SMUIN Studios - Time TBD 1830 17th St. San Francisco, CA 94103 | $650/week for 32+ weeks | Please upload all required materials via DanceApply if you would like to be considered for one of our in-person auditions (dates below). If you are unable to attend one of our auditions, please submit materials to auditions@nullboulderballet.org. https://www.danceapply.com/browse | 3/14/2026 | 3/15/2026 12:00 am |
| Boulder Ballet Company Audition | Boulder Ballet | Indianapolis, IN | March 22, 2026 Butler University - Time TBD 4600 Sunset Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46208 | $650/week for 32+ weeks | Please upload all required materials via DanceApply if you would like to be considered for one of our in-person auditions (dates below). If you are unable to attend one of our auditions, please submit materials to auditions@nullboulderballet.org.https://www.danceapply.com/browse | 3/21/2026 | 3/22/2026 12:00 am |
| Boulder Ballet Company Audition | Boulder Ballet | Boulder, CO | March 29, 2026 Boulder Ballet Studios 2590 Walnut St. Boulder, CO 80302 | $650/week for 32+ weeks | Please upload all required materials via DanceApply if you would like to be considered for one of our in-person auditions (dates below). If you are unable to attend one of our auditions, please submit materials to auditions@nullboulderballet.org. | 3/28/2026 | 3/29/2026 12:00 am |
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