­Administrative Intern

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

Responsibilities include:

• Seasonal receptionist for all Cincinnati Opera phone calls, visitors and packages.  Phone console to be manned 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break.  
• Help Office Manager with clerical needs
• Assist with General Directors invitations and RSVP’s
• Run errands for administrative/finance department
• Assist with rehearsal passes for final dress rehearsals and their distribution.  Attendance at these rehearsals required to assist with patron access.
• Take mail daily to the Post Office at the end of each day.
• Assist staff in other departments with project as available while still securing main desk.
• Assist other departments on performance evenings

This is an entry-level position, and offers college students an excellent opportunity to observe the operations of an opera company. Candidates must have an excellent phone manner and be comfortable dealing with the public. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook) and organizational skills are required. The ideal candidate will have his or her own transportation to take mail at the end of the day.
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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 and letter of interest with three references, including name, address and telephone number by February 5, 2010 to: Human Resources, Cincinnati Opera, 1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio  45202-7531; Fax: 513-768-5556: hr@cincinnatiopera.org
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