OrchKids Summer Intern ; Unpaid Internship

Department
:
Orch Kids
Reports to
:
Will be assigned to one supervisor dependent on the scope of work

Required Dates for All Interns:

• In-person orientation on July 01 from 1-4pm
• In-person orientation on July 02 from 1-4pm
• Load-In and set up on June 29 from 9am-4pm
• Summer camp program Monday through Friday July 6-July 24
• Load-Out on July 24 from 9-4pm

Location
:
Highlandtown Elementary #237, 231 S. Eaton St., Baltimore, MD 21224
Camp

Hours:

Approximately 40 hours per week during program time (Monday – Friday, 8am – 4:00 pm). Includes a half hour lunch break. Hours can be flexible depending on availability.
Compensation: Both paid and unpaid internships are available

• Paid interns receive $150/week for 4 weeks consisting of the dates listed above, and must be available to work from 8am-4:00pm each day during the summer program weeks (July 6-24). These positions are typically offered to college students who are interested in pursuing a career in music, education, and arts administration.
• Unpaid internships are often pursued by high school and college students looking to fulfill service learning requirements (or those who are just interested in supporting a musically-driven environment).

For over a century, the BSO has been recognized as one of America’s leading orchestras and one of Maryland’s most significant cultural institutions. As the largest cultural institution in Maryland, the BSO is internationally recognized and locally admired for its innovation, performances and recordings, and educational community initiatives including Orch Kids.

Orch Kids uses music as a vehicle for students to develop 21st century skills (creativity, collaboration, leadership, etc.) that are transferable to all areas of their lives. Marin Alsop, Music Director Laureate of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Orch Kids Founding Director, shaped Orch Kids into the cornerstone of the BSO’s community engagement efforts across the city with her artistic leadership and direction.

Orch Kids was founded in 2008 with 30 students at one elementary school with seed funding from Marin Alsop and Founding Donors Rheda Becker and Robert

E. Meyerhoff.

Orch Kids now works with nine schools in Baltimore City, serving over 1,800 children from Pre‑K through 12th grade during school and after school.

In collaboration with several community partners Orch Kids provides music education, instruments, academic assistance, meals, mental health resources, connection to social services, as well as performance and mentorship opportunities at no cost to students and families. Orch Kids is an acknowledged leader in the El Sistema and social‑change through music movement throughout the world.

Job Summary:

The BSO Orch Kids program is seeking interns for its 2026 Summer Session. Interns and volunteers will work with Orch Kids staff to provide support in the operations of a large music education non‑profit. In addition to assisting with supporting teaching responsibilities, administrative duties, and/or special program projects, interns will have the opportunity to gain leadership experience, develop professional goals, and learn from experienced Orch Kids teaching artists and staff in musical and creative activities.

Responsibilities:

The focus of intern work is flexible and dependent on skills, instrument, and interest. A specific schedule and area of focus will be created by the Director of Education and Education and Ensemble Coordinator who will assist the interns throughout their time with the organization. Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to:

• Day‑to‑day program operations:
  • Support with managing instrument and supply inventory
  • Assist with music sheets preparation (copying/printing) and distribution
  • Help with student transitions and dismissal
  • Assist with classroom setup and teardown
  • Assist program staff with child management support
• Concert logistics and event management
• Videography, photography, and graphic design
• Joining for general support and logistics on Friday Field trips (July 10 and 17)
• Teaching Support:
  • Instrumental Music:
    • Assist lead instructors in group classes and ensemble rehearsals
    • Engage in…