2010 Development Internships

The Cincinnati Opera Development Department is currently accepting resumes for internships for the 2010 Summer Season.

­Development Administrative Intern

Cincinnati Opera’s Development Department seeks a highly motivated individual to serve as the Development Intern from May 24, - July 30, 2010 (10 weeks).

Responsibilities Include:

Work with Development staff in all aspects of fund development:

  • Coordinate, track and distribute sponsor and donor benefits (tickets, parking passes, etc.)
  • Assist and attend events and activities connected to the season
  • Provide general clerical, database, and correspondence support
  • Assist with mailings and coordinate
  • Research – donor benefits, foundations, other operas, Guidestar
  • Other tasks as assigned


This is an entry-level position, and offers college students an excellent opportunity to learn about the operations of an opera company.  Candidates must have strong computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel are required).  This position requires outstanding organization and communication skills including being comfortable dealing with the public. The ideal candidate will have his or her own transportation in order to run errands throughout the day.

Working hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with additional hours on days of opera performances and special events (including evenings and weekends).

Stipend: $250 per week.

Please email/fax/mail resume with letter of interest and the names and contact information for three references by February 5, 2010 to: Human Resources, Cincinnati Opera, 1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH  45202-7531; FAX: 513-768-5556; hr@cincinnatiopera.org
EOE


Development Events Intern

Cincinnati Opera’s Development Department seeks a highly motivated individual to serve as the Events Intern from May 24, through July 30, 2010 (10 weeks).

Responsibilities include:

  • Assist with details/logistics of events and activities connected to the season including the 90th Anniversary Gala Concert & Dinner, Prelude Dinners, Cast Parties, dress rehearsals, YP (young professional) events, and Donor Receptions
  • Assist with all preparations and execution for all opera related development events
  • Assist Events Manager with all Guild Board administration prior to and during Summer Festival Season­
  • Provide general clerical, database, and correspondence support
  • Assist with mailings
  • Manage RSVP lists
  • Other tasks as assigned


This is an entry-level position, and offers college students an excellent opportunity to learn about the operati­ons of an opera company.  Candidates must have strong computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel are required).  This position requires outstanding organization and communication skills including being comfortable dealing with the public. The ideal candidate will have his or her own transportation in order to run errands throughout the day.

Working hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with additional hours on days of opera performances and special events (including evenings and weekends).

Stipend: $250 per week

Please email/fax/mail resume with letter of interest and the names and contact information for three references by February 5, 2010 to: Human Resources, Cincinnati Opera, 1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH  45202-7531; FAX: 513-768-5556; hr@cincinnatiopera.org
EOE