The 2026 New York String Orchestra Seminar (NYSOS) arts management internship is a paid position open to highly qualified students pursuing studies in arts management, student musicians considering transitioning to music administration, and individuals
who intend to pursue entrepreneurial careers combining roles as creative artists and administrators. During the 11 days of the seminar, interns master skills related to arts administration through hands-on experiences and small group discussions.
The internships are overseen by the director of New School Concerts. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, and although there is no upper age limit, preference is given to currently enrolled full-time students. Interns are required to stay
in the housing provided by the seminar (in dual occupancy rooms). Meals and local transportation are provided. Interns must arrange and pay for their own transportation to and from New York City.
Dates
The NYSOS management internship, a paid opportunity running December 18–28, 2026, is open to highly qualified students pursuing studies in arts management, student musicians considering transitioning to music administration, and students intending to
combine roles as creative artists and administrators for their careers. Four internships are available. Past interns have gone on to arts management positions in operations, production, and development and have pursued careers combining performance
and roles as artistic and executive directors of music festivals and programs.
Eligibility Requirements
- Complete application (found on The New School’s Careers posting)
- Résumé
- Cover letter
- Must be available, with no exceptions, from 3:00 p.m. on Friday, December 18, through 11:30 p.m. on Monday, December 28, 2026
- Must arrange and pay for own transportation to and from New York City
Application Timeline
- August 2: Application period opens.
- October 4: Application period closes (NOTE: may close earlier if all slots are filled sooner).
- September 27–October 15: Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis.
- October 18: Accepted interns receive an invitation to participate.