Orchestra Intern

Join The New School 

At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to over 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design, The New School for Social Research, Eugene Lang college of Liberal Arts, Parsons Paris, and the College of Performing Arts. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.

POSITION/ROLE OVERVIEW

The New School’s College of Performing Arts is seeking three to four highly qualified Temporary New York String Orchestra Seminar Interns to support The New School Concerts Department’s 2026 New York String Orchestra Seminar (NYSOS). Reporting to the Director of New School Concerts, during the eleven days of the NYSOS, and two paid advanced training sessions to be scheduled around intern availability, interns will learn administrative and operations skills related to arts administration through hands-on experiences and small group discussions during the nationally acclaimed pre-professional orchestral training program.

For more than twenty years, the New York String Orchestra Seminar has offered internships for students interested in learning about operations, programming, and finance in the non-profit live music performance field. This internship is an ideal experiential learning opportunity for those pursuing studies in arts management; student musicians considering transitioning to music administration; and those who intend to pursue entrepreneurial-hybrid careers combining roles as creative artists and administrators. NYSOS interns stay in the same accommodations, and share meals with the members of the Orchestra; local transportation costs are included. Interns must pay for and arrange their own transportation to and from New York City. Visit https://www.newschool.edu/new-york-string-orchestra-seminar for more information about the New York String Orchestra Seminar.

This is an FLSA nonexempt hourly (up to 35hrs/week) with a desired start date of November 30, 2026, and an end date of December 31, 2026. 

Formed in 2015, the College of Performing Arts draws together the Mannes School of Music, the School of Jazz and Contemporary Music, and the School of Drama. College of Performing Arts students are actors, musicians, performers, writers, improvisers, creative technologists, entrepreneurs, composers, arts managers, and multidisciplinary artists. Our community collaborates with colleagues across The New School in a wide array of disciplines, from the visual arts and fashion design, to the social sciences, public policy, advocacy, and more.

CORE CAPABILITIES, PRIMARY DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the program director in administrative and operational duties

• Serve as on-site liaison with hotel staff

• Attend all learning sessions to which assigned

• Represent the NYSOS professionally

• Additional responsibilities as assigned to advance internship learning goals for participants

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated interest in live performing arts

• Professional, educational, or volunteer experience in live performing arts

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited institution or equivalent

• Availability all day each day December 18 - 28, 2026

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Orchestral and chamber music background

• Experience in live performing arts administration, production, or operations

WORK MODE

This position is in-person and is based on and off-campus to support the rehearsals and performances of the New York String Orchestra Seminar participants. #LI-Onsite

SALARY RANGE

$17.00/hour

WHY JOIN US?

This is an extraordinary opportunity to work closely with a visionary leader and contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution that’s reshaping the future of higher education. You’ll be at the nexus of strategy, operations, and innovation in a role that grows with your impact.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their skills and experience concerning this position.