Description
The Artistic Operations Intern will support the Artistic Operations Department in the planning and execution of concerts, rehearsals, and related events. This role provides hands-on experience in artistic operations and an opportunity to learn the day-to-day responsibilities of managing artists and concert logistics.
Duties:
- Shadow artistic staff during concert duties and backstage rehearsals to gain insight into event operations.
- Assist in generating artist itineraries and contracts as needed.
- Research programming ideas, styles, and trends to support the artistic department’s planning initiatives.
- Attend weekly planning meetings with the artistic department to stay informed on upcoming events and projects.
- Prepare planning documents and materials to support the artistic department’s activities.
- Provide general administrative support as requested to ensure smooth departmental operations.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Music, Arts Administration, Performing Arts, or a related field.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Enthusiasm for learning about artistic operations and concert production.
- Availability to commit approximately 15 hours per week to internship responsibilities.
Preferences:
- Applicants are encouraged to provide a one-page cover letter briefly describing how this internship will help achieve your career goals and why you believe you are the best candidate.
Applications must be received no later than Monday, November 16, 2026. Only students eligible to receive course credit for this internship will be considered.
Values in Action
At the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, our values guide how we collaborate, communicate, and contribute to our mission. As an Artistic Operations Intern, you will have the opportunity to put these values into action by:
- Integrity: Handle artist information, contracts, itineraries, and departmental documents with professionalism, accuracy, and discretion.
- Respect: Approach every interaction with professionalism, flexibility, and consideration for diverse perspectives, recognizing the contributions of everyone involved in bringing performances to life.
- Creativity: Demonstrate curiosity and initiative by researching programming ideas, exploring artistic trends, and contributing fresh perspectives to departmental planning.
- Connection: Build positive working relationships with artistic staff, guest artists, musicians, and colleagues while supporting the successful execution of concerts and rehearsals.
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
EOE- Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Music, Arts Administration, Performing Arts, or a related field
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Enthusiasm for learning about artistic operations and concert production
- Availability to commit approximately 15 hours per week
- Eligible to receive course credit for the internship
What We Do
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is the largest performing arts organization in the Southwest United States, dedicated to entertaining, inspiring, and changing lives through musical excellence with distinctive classical and inventive pops programs.
