Intern, Opera Artistic Administration; Fall

Job Details

Job Location:

Wolf Trap Headquarters - Vienna, VA 22182

Position Type:
Intern/Apprentice

Job Category:
Opera and Classical Programming

Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will not be considered after August 1. You must complete your application within three days of starting it for it to be processed.

Expected Duration: 12 weeks (part‑time; up to 21 hours/week)

Pay Rate: $12.77/hour

Location:

Must be physically located in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work. Applicants from other states must relocate to Virginia, Maryland, or DC prior to starting work. If an applicant cannot be onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, an onsite schedule will be discussed if contacted for an interview.

Assist Wolf Trap Opera & Classical Programming in the daily operations of the department, which includes:

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

• 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

• Undergraduate students (must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study)
• Graduate students
• Recent graduates (up to 2 years out of school)
• Career‑changers currently enrolled in a degree program
• International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa required)
• Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of employment

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (e.g., calculator, copier, printer, etc.)
• Occasionally required to walk, stoop, bend, and reach with arms
• Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.

For additional information, contact internships with questions.