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Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra · 3 weeks ago

Community Engagement & Special Projects Intern - Cincinnati Opera

Cincinnati,OH,US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$11/hr - $11/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Cincinnati Opera, founded in 1920, is one of the oldest opera companies in the United States, known for its partnership with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. The Community Engagement & Special Projects Intern will assist with community-based events and support various logistical and administrative tasks to enhance community engagement initiatives.

Music

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Assisting the Community Engagement and Special Projects team with community-based events, including Sensory-Friendly programs, ACCESS NIGHT, Community Open Dress Rehearsal (CODR), BAO Opera Symposium, and programs related to the world premiere of Lalovavi, a new Afrofuturist adventure opera

Managing RSVP lists and coordinating tickets for community groups attending CODR

Researching, developing, and producing themed content for the CODR youth activity program book

Purchasing and setting up supplies for designated quiet spaces during the sensory-friendly piano rehearsal

Writing articles, reports, and data summaries for community engagement initiatives

Providing general clerical, database, and correspondence support

Assisting with event and activity logistics throughout the season

Capturing program activities via photo and video, including organizing and uploading media files

Running department errands and assisting with ordering and setting up staff meals

Performing other duties as assigned

Qualification

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelAdobe Creative CloudWriting skillsInterest in operaOrganizational skillsTeamworkCommunication skillsCreative problem-solving

Required

Valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and access to a vehicle

Reliable transportation to all sites is required

Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel required)

Excellent writing, organizational, teamwork, and communication skills

Comfort working with various members of the public, including staff, board members, donors, artists, audience members, persons with different abilities, school-aged students, educators, faith-based organizations, and community partners

Strong work ethic, initiative, and creative problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple competing deadlines