The Pasadena Symphony and POPs is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Education and Events Intern to support its community outreach, educational programs, donor relations, and events during summer 2025. This internship is ideal for students who passionate about music, arts education, and nonprofit fundraising, who are looking to gain hands-on experience in the operations and administration of a leading arts and culture nonprofit in Los Angeles County. The intern will work approximately 25 hours per week from June through September 2025.
The ideal candidate for the Education and Events Intern role will have excellent organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, strong written and spoken communication skills, and a passion for and a strong passion for music and arts education. The candidate should work well in a team environment, collaborating with staff, musicians, educators, and donors, and be capable of conducting basic research. The intern should be creative and solution-oriented with a willingness to contribute new ideas and with the adaptability to handle challenges as they arise. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) required and experience with CRM systems (Patron Manager) a plus. Experience in public-facing roles and comfort with email and telephone communications would be helpful but are not required to execute the duties of this position.
The Pasadena Symphony and POPS (PSA) is a non-profit organization founded in 1928 with a mission to provide musical concerts of the highest quality, ranging from orchestral performances to world-renowned artists in recital, and to provide the broadest access to youth education programs and the performing arts through community engagement. PSA has evolved into a nationally recognized and celebrated orchestra, comprised of gifted musicians with extensive credits in the film, television, recording, and orchestral industries; our musicians are among the most heard in the world. In addition to showcasing classical and contemporary musicians and works, we provide enriching educational programs for over 800 students through the Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestras.
To apply to the Education and Events Internship at the Pasadena Symphony and POPS, please submit a resume and cover letter to Christa Lorenz at clorenz@pasadenasymphony-pops.org. Please include EDUCATION AND EVENT INTERN in the subject line.