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  • Development Intern - Hartford Symphony Orchestra

    Development Intern

    Position Description: The Development Intern will assist with all aspects of donor relations and development, including working with staff, individual donors, sponsors, and patrons.

    Reports to: Director of Development

    Dates:

    • Fall semester option is Sep-Dec
    • Spring semester option is Feb-May
    • Summer session option is Jun- Aug

    Hours:

    • 15-25 hours per week, depending on intern availability

    Position Duties and Responsibilities/Projects:

    • Duties include
    • Representing HSO at concert information tables
    • Researching and writing articles for inclusion in HSO’s Prelude pre-concert guide
    • Managing ticket donation requests
    • Assisting with all donor, sponsor and fundraising events
    • General administrative duties (as needed)

    Previous experience/ skills required:

    • Must be outgoing and enjoy speaking with donors and patrons professionally
    • Excellent computer skills
    • Excellent written communication skills
    • Self-motivated
    • Desire to have fun with projects!

    Education (recommended):

    • Currently pursuing or holds a degree in music, English, communications, or business.

    To apply, email Miriam Engel, Assistant Manager for Education & Community Engagement, at MEngel@hartfordsymphony.org with

    • a cover letter
    • resume
    • writing sample

    Please do not make inquiries by phone.

    The Hartford Symphony Orchestra is a Not-For-Profit, Equal Opportunity Employer, proud to serve Connecticut.

    For more information, contact: Miriam Engel at MEngel@hartfordsymphony.org

If you have any questions, please contact Jose (Joel) Nebres at 860-486-6316.