Production Intern

Description

Reporting directly to the Production Manager, this internship provides a strong knowledge base in concert production and operations, orchestra scheduling, season planning, advancing production elements, and working cross departmentally to execute concerts at the highest level. This is an ideal experience for someone pursuing a career in Operations, Production and/or orchestra management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the Production Manager and Production Coordinator to create and distribute production schedules.
• Assist the Production Manager and Production Coordinator with developing stage plots.
• Work with the Production Manager to manage and update calendars for musicians, staff and crew.
• Assist in advancing technical requirements for various programs.
• Assist in creating and running supertitles for choral programs.
• Learn Concert Manager role and responsibilities in order to manage select concert programs.
• Participate in departmental and interdepartmental meetings and coordinate with other departments on Production department-related needs.
• 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.

Requirements

• College Junior, Senior, Graduate Student, or those who recently graduated with an expressed interest in Operations/Production.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Knowledge of classical and/or choral music.
• Project management experience.

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