Marketing & Program Intern - Summer 2010
New York Youth Symphony
(New York, NY)

The New York Youth Symphony provides a unique experience for young musicians, ages 12 to 22, in the tri-state area by giving them a tuition-free, hands-on education through performance.  High-impact programs in orchestral training, conducting, chamber music, and jazz, as well as intensive seminars in composition offer students at a critical age the opportunities to develop their technical skills, pursue their passions, nurture good citizenship, and determine career direction.

Other needs are also addressed.  More than 20 public and critically acclaimed performances seasonally attract large audiences to Carnegie Hall, Symphony Space, Queens College, and Jazz at Lincoln Center.  These performances provide affordable concert-going for underserved communities of seniors, recent immigrants, students, and the physically-challenged in addition to the general music-loving public.  This builds audiences for the field while serving as an invaluable cultural resource for New York.

The Position
The New York Youth Symphony is seeking a volunteer intern to support our efforts to increase participation (recruitment) and assist with audience development with a focus on social media and viral marketing.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Conducting market research to identify potential musicians and ticket buyers
- Assisting with outreach to constituent organizations via telephone and e-mail
- Supporting our annual advertising efforts by helping us sell ad space in our programs
- Provide occasional administrative support in the office

The term runs for 10 – 12 weeks beginning in May or June and concluding in August or September. Intern must volunteer a minimum of half-time; full-time is preferred. Office hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Reporting
The Marketing & Program Intern reports to the Director of Operations.  

Requirements:
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
- Detail oriented
- Facility with MS Office Applications
- Facility with web and internet communications
- College junior or senior or graduate student
- Willingness to help with a variety of programs and tasks

Compensation & Benefits
- Stipend of $15 per day to cover transportation and lunch
- College credit may be arranged

To Apply
Please submit cover letter, résumé, and two work references to Robert Pagan at rpagan@nyys.org.  Please include "Summer Intern" in the subject line.

Deadline
May 31