Reporting directly to the Director of Audience Engagement, this internship provides a strong knowledge base in the utilization of digital platforms, ticket sales, data analytics, and audience engagement. This is an ideal experience for someone pursuing a career in arts and entertainment marketing.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work across the Marketing Team to execute marketing plans.
• Assist with virtual and in-person community events.
• Tabulate audience surveys and write summaries.
• Support digital/social media/mobile initiatives.
• Contribute to the CSO's vision to be the most relevant orchestra in America.
• Represent the organization's values in your work.
• Attend professional development sessions.
• Other related duties required as part of a team environment.

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.

• College Junior, Senior, Graduate Student, or those who recently graduated with an expressed interest in arts marketing.
• Project management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Enjoys working with and assisting the public.
• Experience with social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram.
• Knowledge of classical and/or choral music a plus.
• Experience with video and photo editing a plus.

The CSO encourages those that have been historically underrepresented in orchestral music to apply.