Summer Intern

Rockport Music seeks a Summer Intern to support key organizational functions across Artistic Relations, Marketing, and Education. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced performing arts environment. 

Term: June 1–August 15, 2026 (approximately 11 weeks)
Hours: 20 hours per week 

Artistic Relations 

Support the Artistic Director and Artistic Administrator in the execution of the Rockport Chamber Music Festival—Rockport Music’s flagship five-week classical festival (June 10–July 12, 2026). 

Responsibilities include: 

• Assist with artist relations, communications, hospitality, and logistics. 
• Create individual artist itineraries and weekly festival schedules. 
• Coordinate closely with the Artistic Administrator and Production team on rehearsals, transportation, and artist needs. 
• Support on-site artist services, rehearsals, and related events as needed. 

Marketing 

Assist with marketing and communications initiatives that promote Rockport Music to local, regional, and national audiences. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Create and write social media content.
• Post concert and event listings on regional event calendars. 
• Assist with design and editing of marquee signage, video monitors, sandwich boards, posters, and flyers. 
• Distribute weekly calendars promoting concerts. 
• Collect and organize artist photos, bios, program descriptions, and HD broadcast materials. 
• Assist with concert programs, inserts, and promotional materials distribution. 
• Support public relations efforts, including drafting press materials and maintaining press archives. 
• Take photos at concerts and community events.
• Conduct market research and update marketing databases. 

Education 

Support Rockport Music’s education and community engagement programs. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Assist with family concerts at the Shalin Liu Performance Center, including pre-concert activities. 
• Support preparation and execution of Community Day events. 
• Assist during docent hours leading a takeaway activity for families. 
• Aid in Jazz Workshop preparations. 
• Potential opportunity to serve as a dedicated Jazz Workshop intern for two weeks (July 26–August 8). If interested, a separate interview will take place with the Jazz Workshop team. 

Requirements 

• Positive attitude and willingness to assist where needed in a busy summer season. 
• Strong communication skills, flexibility, and attention to detail. 
• Basic computer proficiency. 
• Interest in music, arts administration, marketing, or education preferred. 
• Availability some evenings & weekends

In order to apply, contact Creative Content Strategist Julian Mendoza at jmendoza@rockportmusic.org or 978.546.7391 x109.