The BPO hosts college student internships for fall, spring and summer semesters. Interns will learn how we market and sell the concerts, how education programs are developed, and how those large donations become a reality. During the summer, many students choose to join the BPO Street Team to assist in developing and implementing marketing strategies during our busy summer season. All BPO internships are on a volunteer basis and can also be completed for credit at your educational institution.
Responsibilities:
During the Fall and Spring, an intern with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is responsible for working with specific departments (Operations, Marketing, Education, Development) to advance the organization’s work in the WNY community and beyond. The individual works with designated department staff to define goals and objectives for the internship with intended outcomes, and is responsible for maintaining and completing all projects as defined by the supervisor. The individual undertakes other appropriate duties as assigned by the supervisor, including, but not limited to, assistance at BPO concerts and events, engaging with our online community, designing and implementing educational activities and materials, and expanding our audience through targeted marketing efforts.
During the summer, many students choose to join the BPO Summer Street Team to assist in implementing marketing strategies and serve as a BPO ambassador during our busy summer season.
Requirements:
- The BPO is looking for students in the Western New York area who are majoring in Marketing, Arts Management, Music Business or a related field. Applicants should be team players interested in nonprofit administration and learning best practices.
- This person should be outgoing and have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with adequate knowledge of web and social media. PowerPoint, Word, and Excel experience is a bonus.
- Appreciation for the arts and classical music is a plus; as well as having a car, but neither is required.
- For summer applicants, having access to transportation is helpful as performance events are in multiple locations, however it is not required.
Deadlines to apply: For Fall: August 15 For Spring: December 15 For Summer: May 15
Compensation:
All BPO internships are unpaid/volunteer. College credit is available but must be arranged through your institution. Complimentary tickets to the BPO and other perks are available.