College Credit & Internships
College Credit & Internships
At bergenPAC's Performing Arts School, students can take their training beyond the classroom through opportunities that support their education, professional development, and future careers in the arts.
Earn College Credit!
High school juniors and seniors enrolled in select bergenPAC Performing Arts School programs have the opportunity to earn college credit through Bergen Community College’s Dual Enrollment Program.
Students can receive college credit for just $81.07 per credit, plus a one-time registration fee of $16.80. This does not include bergenPAC's registration fee and class tuition.*
Eligible bergenPAC courses include:
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Broadway Youth Ensemble
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Advanced Jazz Dance
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Teen Acting Technique
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Summer Musical
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Private Voice Lessons
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Private Piano Lessons
Credits earned through Bergen Community College are transferable to many colleges throughout New Jersey.
Learn More About Dual Enrollment
Application & Registration Instructions
For more information on our College Credit courses please email: ACaiola@bergenpac.org
Internship Opportunities
bergenPAC's Performing Arts School offers a robust internship program designed to give students real-world experience in the performing arts and entertainment industry.
Interns have the opportunity to work alongside our professional team and gain hands-on experience in areas including production, stage operations, arts administration, marketing and social media, curriculum development, fundraising, theater operations, outreach, and event support.
Internship areas may include:
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Stage Crew, Lighting, Sound, Carpentry & Stage Management
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Marketing, Social Media & Public Relations
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Performing Arts School Administration
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Box Office, Customer Service, Theater Operations
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Student Usher Program
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Curriculum Development
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Fundraising & Nonprofit Support
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Event Support
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Outreach & Community Engagement
Internships may provide students with professional mentorship, networking opportunities, practical arts and event-production skills, and community service hours where eligible.
Interested in Applying?
We receive many internship applications throughout the year, and completion of the application does not guarantee placement. Internship opportunities are based on availability, program needs, scheduling, and student fit.
After completing the internship application, please email atobias@bergenpac.org to let us know that your application has been submitted, as applications are not reviewed daily.
No prior professional experience is required. We are looking for students who are eager to learn, reliable, enthusiastic, and ready to contribute to our creative community.