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Internships

Internships General Information

These are paid internships with a stipend of $150 per week.

The following qualifications are important for all administrative positions:

• A passion for the arts.
• Ability to be self-directed but also able to work as a member of a team.
• Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent communication and writing skills; the ability to project a professional demeanor with external constituents, especially at critical or challenging times.
• Good basic knowledge of computer equipment and programs.
• Able to attend performances and social events as necessary (weekday evenings and weekends).

Questions? Please email Mark Burnett at mburnett@pittsburghfestivalopera.org to learn more.

Current Internship Opportunities

DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS

As Development and Communications Intern, you will gain valuable experience and insight into the world of non-profit fundraising, public relations and communications. Responsibilities include assisting with execution of fundraising events, creating content for email blasts and printed materials, and assisting with management of fundraising database and website.

Flexible schedule. 15-20 hours/week. Most hours will be remote, but some in-person time will be required.

Volunteer

The festival is for and by the people. Please join us as an usher, office staff, outreach volunteer, box office helper and any one of the important roles that volunteers take on to make the festival sing. Email Marianne Cornetti at mcornetti@pittsburghfestivalopera.org to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunities Statement
Pittsburgh Festival Opera (PFO) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PFO complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company works. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.