Opera Administration Intern – Classical Programming

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts; Wolf Trap (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts seeks a 12-week part-time intern to assist with Opera & Classical Programming operations.

Responsibilities include housing tracking, artist liaisons, and aiding financial prep for summer contractors. Applicants should be pursuing opera/classical music admin, with strong Word/Excel/Publisher skills and solid organization and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing a career in opera or classical music administration.
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Publisher).
• Strong organizational & communication skills.
• Previous experience with a performing arts organization strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Tracking Artist and Creative Staff Housing.
• Liaising with artists to prepare for the summer season.
• Aid in the financial preparations for summer contractors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interest in opera

Education

Undergraduate students (1 year completed)

Graduate students

Recent graduates (≤2 years)

Career-changers currently enrolled

International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa)

Tools

Word

Excel

Publisher

Job description

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts seeks a 12-week part-time intern to assist with Opera & Classical Programming operations.

Responsibilities include housing tracking, artist liaisons, and aiding financial prep for summer contractors. Applicants should be pursuing opera/classical music admin, with strong Word/Excel/Publisher skills and solid organization and communication abilities.