Internship: Bravo! Vail Summer Internship Program
Bravo! Vail Summer Internship Program is now open for students who are interested in expanding their skill set and advance their career in arts administration, non-profit management, development, marketing, music education, festival operations, or live audio engineering and recording.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Nestled in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, the Bravo! Vail Music Festival brings world-renowned musicians to picturesque venues throughout the Vail Valley for six weeks each year, drawing music lovers from around the world. The only festival in North America to host four of the world’s finest orchestras in a single season, Bravo! Vail celebrates its 38th season June 19 through July 31. The Chamber Orchestra of Europe makes its highly anticipated debut led by acclaimed German conductor Matthias Pintscher. Internationally renowned resident orchestras—the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic—also headline the Orchestral Series alongside distinguished guest conductors.
A fifth orchestra is added to the Festival—Mexico’s Sinfónica de Minería—following last year’s dynamic residency. Led by Artistic Director Carlos Miguel Prieto, the orchestra returns to perform a free concert in Avon, a Chamber Music Series concert, and education and community engagement concerts and events throughout the Vail Valley.
ABOUT THE JOB
Bravo! Vail is seeking eight highly qualified interns (Education & Engagement, Institutional Advancement, Audio Engineering, and Operations) who aspire to develop their skill set, seek to network with successful professionals, and are not afraid to tackle big projects. As an intern at Bravo! Vail, you will work with a variety of our staff and engage in real projects that will not only help our festival but also build your resume and career opportunities. The ideal intern candidate is willing to jump in, works well in a team environment, and knows how to problem solve in a variety of situations.
The position begins remotely on May 28th for 10 hours per week for the first two weeks. In-person work will begin Monday, June 9th and end Tuesday, August 5th. The Education & Engagement Internship is an additional week, ending on Tuesday, August 12th. Please note that the internship requires long hours; work hours vary significantly and include weekends and evenings. You will receive a paid stipend, and shared housing will be provided. You are responsible for travel to and from Vail. Bravo! Vail requires you to bring your own laptop and you must have a vehicle. This internship requires the ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time, and the capability to lift and carry heavy objects.
REQUIREMENT
- Intern is responsible for transportation; some responsibilities require driving to locations within the community
- Full commitment to the festival schedule
- Studies in Arts Administration, Marketing, Music Education, Non-profit Management, Hospitality, or relevant program
- Ability to work well in a team environment with a variety of people and personalities
- Strong communication skills
- Professional, enthusiastic, and positive attitude even in high-pressure situations
- Flexible in nature, especially under pressure
- Organized, with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive projects
- Ability to problem-solve and take initiative
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
INTERNSHIP OPPORUNITIES
- EDUCATION & ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMS INTERN, one position available.
- INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT INTERNS, four positions available.
- OPERATIONS INTERN; one position available.
- AUDIO ENGINEERING INTERNS, two positions available.
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TO APPLY
The application deadline for summer internship program is February 14, 2025. Please send a cover letter and resume (PDF files preferred) to internship@bravovail.org with the subject line “Your Name and Position Applying For” (i.e. “Joe Smith, Operations”). If you are interested in more than one position, please rank the positions you are most interested in with 1 being your top interest in the message box. You will receive a response indicating receipt of your application materials.
For more information on Bravo! Vail, please visit bravovail.org.