Intern Job Description
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO) is pleased to offer internships in development (fundraising), marketing and ticketing each year. These internships can be semester long, averaging about 10-15 hours a week. BPO interns are directly involved in development, special events, and work alongside experienced professionals, community members, and an extensive network of resources within the Boulder cultural community. As a team player, an intern gains solid professional skills while providing research support, assisting in grant proposal development, helping with events, and facilitating day-to-day work at the BPO. Projects include but not limited to:

• Maintaining donor database: enter donations into system, pull donor lists, mail merge them into letters and/or labels, and other general tasks
• Assisting in writing/sending acknowledgement letters
• Assisting with direct mail fundraising efforts
• Conducting background research on potential or current donors (individuals, foundations and corporations)
• Special Events - Assist with the logistical planning, development of and follow-up for special events (i.e. annual free concerts and gala). Research and maintain general information/files on current and potential sponsors.
• Ticketing - sell single tickets, subscriptions and group sales
• Assisting with Marketing and Education projects/programs: online calendars, mass mailings, proof-reading and promotions. Other responsibilities might include writing, research and/or design.
• Strong writing, interpersonal skills and attention to detail are required. Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word is a plus.

We need people with positive attitudes and a willingness to learn. At the end of the experience, the intern should have a good idea of many of the working aspects in a dynamic, hard-working and small non-profit organization. If interested, please send your resume to Sue Levine, Executive Director, at 2590 Walnut St., Boulder, CO 80302, 303-449-1343 x 111 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

*** Job perks include complimentary tickets to all Boulder Philharmonic concerts & valuable experience working in a dynamic, small to mid-sized non-profit.

Auditions
The Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra is a regional per-service orchestra. There are no auditions currently scheduled.