May Festival Intern at Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Sep, 26

Salary

15.25

Posted On

06 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Media Content Creation, Email Campaigns, Donor Database Management, Event Coordination, Rehearsal Logistics, Community Engagement, Project Management, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Data Entry, Arts Administration, Classical Music Knowledge, Choral Music Knowledge

Industry

Musicians

Description

Description This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on cross functional experience supporting year-round operations within a small arts organization. It provides a well-rounded perspective on arts administration, making it ideal for those interested in exploring a comprehensive approach to organizational management or identifying a specific area of focus for their future career. Cincinnati May Festival (MF) operates under a shared services agreement with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO). By the alignment of resources and expertise, this cooperative management arrangement benefits all organizations. The May Festival Intern will gain additional exposure to the operations of the CSO and be part of a cohort of interns representing various functions within the CSO. The May Festival Intern will report directly to the Chorus Operations Manager of the May Festival. Duties & Responsibilities Support marketing efforts including social media content creation, email campaigns, and event promotion. Assist development staff with donor database management, acknowledgments, and event coordination. Help support chorus operations such as rehearsal logistics, attendance tracking, and member communication. Contribute to education and community engagement programs by organizing materials and supporting event execution. Provide logistical support for rehearsals, concerts, and special events, including setup and on-site assistance. Assist with communication and scheduling across departments and with external partners. Maintain organized records and assist with data entry, filing, and reporting across departments. Help prepare materials and provide hospitality for artists, guests, and donors. Participate in regular staff meetings and provide administrative support as needed. Represent the organization's values in your work. Participate in professional development sessions. Serve as a flexible team member, rotating through departments to gain hands-on experience in arts administration. Other duties as assigned. Professional Development The internship will include required mentoring, group project, and professional development sessions such as resume review, career coaching, etc. Duration and Schedule The internship begins in September 2026 and concludes at the end of May 2027. Interns will have some flexibility in setting their hours, but are required to have the ability to commit to a minimum of 12 hours per week and up to a maximum of 20 hours per week. The intern will be expected to have occasional availability on nights and weekends to work concerts and special events. Interviews Onsite interviews will begin early July 2026 and conclude early August 2026. Requirements College Junior, Senior, Graduate Student, or those who recently graduated with an expressed interest in arts management. Keen attention to detail and intuitive strength. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Knowledge of classical and/or choral music. Project management experience. The MF encourages those that have been historically underrepresented in choral music to apply.

Responsibilities

The intern provides cross-functional support across marketing, development, and chorus operations for the May Festival. Key duties include managing social media, assisting with donor relations, and providing logistical support for concerts and rehearsals.