Cultural Arts Education Administration Internship

Job Description:

(Eligible to Boston youth ages 14-18)

Berklee College of Music is the world’s preeminent college for the study of music, where students experience all aspects of the music industry through an interdisciplinary curriculum. Berklee’s Cultural Arts Education Administration Internship is an exciting, hands-on opportunity to develop the critical skills necessary to be successful in today’s workforce while learning about the management and operations of a higher education institution in the professional arts. Interns at Berklee will engage in paid, hands-on learning in cultural arts education administration, gaining experience in areas such as operations, marketing, communications, community arts project management, production, research, and fundraising.

By working in multiple departments across the institution – including but not limited to the Library, Communications and Marketing, and Education Outreach and Social Entrepreneurship – interns will draw upon their creativity and critical thinking skills and will develop and strengthen skill sets they can parlay into any industry or future experience, including adaptability, accountability, initiative, self-direction, and cross-cultural interaction. Responsibilities may include day-to-day administrative tasks, helping with the operation and promotion of Berklee’s programs, creating social media content, assisting in the operations of special productions and events, providing prospective student and family support, and supporting special research projects.

Ideally, this internship suits those interested in pursuing a career in arts administration, higher education, and/or the nonprofit sector. This in-person position is on Berklee’s campus, located in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston.

Interns will be expected to work 10am - 3pm Monday - Thursday, for a total of 16 hours/week at the rate of $15/hr (including 1 hour/day unpaid for lunch and breaks), though weekly schedules may vary. Some evening and weekend support for events, productions, and auditions may be desired. The internship will run from Monday, July 6, 2026 - Thursday, August 20, 2026.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Must be a Boston-resident teen aged 14-18

• Must be currently enrolled in high school, post-secondary education, or a GED/HiSET/Alternative Education program

• Strong communication and soft skills

• Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail

• Computer literacy (specifically Mac OS, Microsoft Suite, and spreadsheet management)

• Strong sense of initiative and ability to work as a member of a team and is respectful

• Demonstrates responsibility and is on time for work and with deadlines

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

Berklee supports an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

The pay rate for this position is $15.00 per hour.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)