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Orchestra Library Intern

CompanyCincinnati Symphony Orchestra
LocationCincinnati
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern handles start-to-finish concert preparation, including sourcing editions, editing parts, and managing orchestra folders. They also provide rehearsal and concert duty support while managing digital files and coordinating with other departments.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
192
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
The Cincinnati Symphony and Pops Orchestra is a dynamic ensemble of some of the world’s finest musicians. The sixth oldest symphony orchestra in the U.S. and the oldest orchestra in Ohio, the CSO has played a leading role in the cultural life of Greater Cincinnati and the Midwest since its founding in 1895.
About the Role

Description

Reporting directly to the Principal Librarian, this internship provides a strong knowledge base in all aspects of music preparation (covering standard symphonic repertoire as well as Pops, Educational, Choral, Opera, and Ballet) and in working cross-departmentally to execute concerts at the highest level. This is an ideal experience for someone pursuing a career in Performance Librarianship.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Start-to-finish concert prep, including: sourcing pieces/editions; editing and proofing parts; adding measure numbers or rehearsal letters; marking cuts or preparing inserts; transferring bowings; fixing page turns, photocopying, and scanning; preparing and breaking down orchestra folders.
  • Digital file management.
  • Communication with colleagues in other departments and in the orchestra.
  • 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.
  • Rehearsal and concert duty.
  • 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. Additional library mentoring will include:

  • OPAS training
  • Photoshop tutorials
  • Practice Auditions/Interviews

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 rehearsals, 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 Librarianship.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills.
  • Knowledge of classical and/or choral music.
  • Music preparation experience.
  • Strong interest in a career in performance librarianship.

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

Key Skills
Music PreparationDigital File ManagementEditing And ProofingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAttention To DetailClassical Music KnowledgeChoral Music KnowledgePhotoshopOPAS Training
Categories
Art & DesignCreative & MediaEducationAdministrative
Benefits
MentoringResume ReviewCareer CoachingProfessional Development Sessions