New York Jazz Academy - Music Intern (Lawrence-Funded Internship)

About New York Jazz Academy®: New York Jazz Academy® (NYJA) is a premier music school located in the heart of New York City, dedicated to fostering the next generation of jazz musicians. Known for its commitment to excellence in jazz education, NYJA offers a range of programs for students of all ages and skill levels. With a faculty of accomplished jazz musicians, including founder and executive director Javier Arau (LU class of '98), NYJA provides a vibrant and supportive community for aspiring musicians.

Internship Overview: Join us for an immersive summer internship at New York Jazz Academy®, where you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of the school. As a Music Intern, you will serve as a liaison between students, families, faculty, and staff, ensuring smooth communication and coordination. Your responsibilities will extend to on-site music performance and rehearsal assistance, both as an active musician and as a teaching assistant. Preferred applicants will demonstrate fluency in jazz language, encompassing early jazz, bebop, and post-bop, coupled with an innate ability to interact effectively with others. Working closely with NYJA founder Javier Arau and esteemed faculty, you will gain valuable insights into managing and overseeing operations at NYC's most popular jazz music school. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to the vibrant jazz community while experiencing the magic of a summer in the jazz capital of the world.

Qualifications:

• Current enrollment at Lawrence University, preferably a music major.
• Passion for and fluency in jazz language (early jazz, bebop, post-bop).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and creative environment.
• Enthusiasm for assisting in music performances and rehearsals.
• Eagerness to learn about the management and general operations of a music school.

New York Jazz Academy® is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

Immerse yourself in the world of jazz education, make meaningful connections, and contribute to the legacy of New York Jazz Academy®. Apply now for a transformative summer experience!

This Lawrence Funded internship is one of a set of internships managed and funded by donors and the Career Center. Prior to applying for this Signature Funded Internship, students must meet with a career advisor to review their application materials. For more information on Signature Funded Internships, or to make an appointment with your career advisor, please click here. This is a stand alone internship and not eligible for the Social & Environmental Internship Program.

Compensation:
This internship is part of the Lawrence-Funded internship program. The student selected for this internship will receive a $6k stipend to help cover housing and transportation costs and living expenses. For additional details and to see other Lawrence-Funded opportunities, please visit this webpage. 

Before applying, you must meet with a Career Center staff Ty Collins for a resume review, or your resume must achieve green status in VMOCK.  If your resume does not meet professional expectations, you may be asked to resubmit your resume.  Please make an appointment with the Career Center here on Handshake.

• Once your resume is approved, you will then apply directly in Handshake by March 27th, 2026.

Please ask Michelle Buchinger for more details about how funding works Michelle.m.buchinger@lawrence.edu