Costume and Wardrobe Internship

The Costume and Wardrobe Internship is a partnership between Door Shakespeare and Lawrence University’s Björklunden Lodge.

Door Shakespeare is a nonprofit, professional theater producing two shows in alternating repertory throughout the summer months on the Björklunden campus. Shows run Monday through Saturday: weekdays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. Sunday is the company day off.

TITLE: Production Intern, Costume and Wardrobe

RELATED AREAS OF STUDY: Theater, Production, Fashion, Costume Design

DATES: Start date is flexible, between May 26 and June 12. The last day of the internship is August 23.

PERFORMANCE VENUE: Björklunden, 7590 Boynton Ln. Baileys Harbor, WI 54202

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE LOCATION: 10038 Highway 57, Sister Bay, Wisconsin, 54234

PAID INTERNSHIP: $300 a week

JOB DESCRIPTION

Costume and Wardrobe Interns facilitate the costume build and are part of the wardrobe crew.

Door Shakespeare provides a well-rounded experience for our interns in their chosen field with additional opportunities to explore all areas of the theater. We are dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment supplemented with high levels of responsibility and flexible learning opportunities guided by individual talents and interests.

Primary responsibilities include:

Costume Preparation and Build

Prepare the performance space, dressing rooms, and costume shop for rehearsal and performance periods
Assist Costume Designer with the 2026 costume build, including:
- Taking and noting measurements during fittings
- Procuring materials and costume pieces
- Washing, ironing, and pinning costume elements
- Machine and hand sewing
- Preparing costume racks for individual actor tracks

Wardrobe Crew (Performance Period)

Placing pre-sets and striking costumes for each performance
Laundering, dry-cleaning, and maintenance of costumes
Facilitating quick changes

Additional Responsibilities at Björklunden Lodge

Preparing the dining room for Lodge guests
Preparing lodging rooms for Björklunden guests

GUIDANCE

The costume and wardrobe intern reports to Door Shakespeare’s Producing Artistic Director and the Björklunden Operations Manager with additional guidance from Door Shakespeare’s Costume Designer and Stage Management team.

THE WORKPLACE

Door Shakespeare performs outdoors on a wooden stage set among trees about 200 yards from Lake Michigan at Björklunden in Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin. Workdays typically involve outdoor rehearsal, performance, and setup in fluctuating temperatures and weather conditions.

The dressing room and costume shop are located 200 yards from the stage and include a bathroom, shower, refrigerator, drinking water, coffee maker, and laundry facilities. Mobile drinking stations are placed throughout the backstage area. Portapotties are available at the performance venue. Paths vary—gravel, wood chips, tarmac, grass, and occasional tree roots. A nearby field offers space for play during breaks. Lake Michigan lies just beyond.

The Björklunden Lodge is located on Lake Michigan and features a great room, three seminar rooms, a dining room, a kitchen, and 22 guest rooms. There are two lakeside decks, a second-story observation deck, an elevator, and a computer lab.

The company is committed to safety and accessibility for all members. Please contact the Producing Artistic Director with information regarding any accommodations needed in the workplace.

Door Shakespeare is a COVID-19 vaccinated workplace.

HOUSING

Dormitory-style housing is provided in the Björklunden Lodge. Each dorm room accommodates up to 5 students with a shared bathroom, kitchen, and common area. The Björklunden Lodge is a two-story, 37,000-square-foot facility containing a great room, three seminar rooms, a dining room, and a kitchen. Wireless Internet is throughout.

TRANSPORTATION

While Door County is a tourist destination known for its natural beauty, it does not have public transportation. During the 2026 season, interns may use the Björklunden van to travel throughout Door County. However, they will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Door County. Björklunden is two miles outside of the town of Bailey Harbor, which has a convenience store, restaurants, coffee shops, and a few retail stores. Students who are looking for a quiet summer have in the past been happy with a bike.

INTERESTED STUDENTS

If you are interested in Door Shakespeare’s costume intern program, please send your resume and references, accompanied by an email highlighting your specific interests to: info@doorshakespeare.com.

PO Box 351 Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 • www.doorshakespeare.com • info@doorshakespeare.com