Classical Music Festival Operations Intern

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to expand your skill set and advance your career in arts administration, nonprofit management, development, marketing, event management, music education, festival operations, or live audio engineering and recording? Do you work well in a fast-paced, high-energy, diverse, and rewarding environment? Then look no further, the Bravo! Vail Summer Internship Program could be the perfect fit for you. 

The Jane & Gary Bomba Bravo! Vail Summer Internship Program is unsurpassed in its reputation of advancing interns into successful careers in arts administration, non-profit management, and beyond. Interns have gone on to work with world-class orchestras, performance venues, festivals, and community-based non-profit organizations. Bravo! Vail is seeking eight highly qualified interns (Audio Engineering, Development & Special Events, Education & Engagement, Sales & Marketing, and Operations) who aspire to develop their skill set, seek to network with successful professionals, and are inspired by challenging projects. As an intern at Bravo! Vail, you will work with a variety of our staff and engage in projects that will not only help our festival but also build your resume and career opportunities. The ideal intern candidate is willing to jump in, work well independently and in a team environment, and know how to solve problems in a variety of situations. 

Nestled in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, the Bravo! Vail Music Festival brings world-renowned musicians to picturesque venues throughout the Vail Valley for six weeks each year, drawing music lovers from around the world. The only festival in North America to host four of the world’s finest orchestras in a single season, Bravo! Vail celebrates its 39th season June 25 through August 6. Internationally renowned resident orchestras—the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic—headline the Orchestral Series alongside distinguished guest conductors. The Academy of St Martin in the Feilds returns with Joshua Bell as the 2026 International Guest Chamber Orchestra. 

OPERATIONS INTERN, one position available: Responsibilities: • Assist with producing orchestral and chamber concerts, including setup, logistics, and post-event wrap up. • Serve as event lead for a series of free afternoon community chamber music concerts • Support rehearsals and performances with various production needs • Plan and execute artist hospitality, reviewing riders, shopping for supplies, and managing catering and backstage setup. • Maintain and track equipment and supply inventory. • Support guest artist relations, including travel, lodging, and schedule tracking and coordination. • Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry in Arts Vision, invoice processing, repertoire history and concession tracking. • Prepare and distribute production documents (run sheets, schedules, venue layouts). 

Details: 

• The position begins remotely on Monday, June 1 for 10 hours per week for the first two weeks, unless otherwise noted. 

• In-person work will begin Monday, June 15 and end Friday, August 7. Additional opportunities for remote work may be available per position.  Please note that the internship requires long hours; work hours vary significantly and include weekends and evenings. 

• Interns will receive a paid stipend, and shared housing will be provided. • Interns are responsible for travel to and from Vail. 

• Bravo! Vail requires you to bring your own laptop and you must have a vehicle.

 • This internship requires the ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time, and to lift and carry up to 50 55lbs. 

• All dates are subject to change. What We Require: • Intern is responsible for transportation; some responsibilities require driving to locations within the community 

• Full commitment to the Festival schedule 

• Studies in Arts Administration, Marketing, Music Education, Nonprofit Management, Hospitality, Audio Technology/Live Sound or relevant program 

• Ability to work well in a team environment with a variety of people and personalities 

• Strong communication skills 

• Professional, enthusiastic, and positive attitude even in high-pressure situations 

• Flexible in nature, especially under pressure 

• Organized, with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive projects 

• Ability to problem-solve and take initiative 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 

Many of our former interns have gone on to successful careers in the arts thanks to the experiences they gained from the Bravo! Vail Summer Internship Program.

Application Instructions: 

Please send a cover letter and resume (PDF files preferred) to internship@bravovail.org with the subject line “Your Name and Position Applying For” (i.e. “Joe Smith, Operations”).

If you are interested in more than one position, please rank the positions you are most interested in with 1 being your top interest in the message box. 

You will receive a response indicating receipt of your application materials.