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Executive Assistant Intern
2013 Executive Assistant Intern
The Executive Assistant Intern will have the opportunity to gain experience in many areas of arts management. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, assisting with the planning and execution of special events from small concerts to private parties, board correspondence, and general clerical and administrative duties. The position supports the Executive Director and may be assigned duties by other key Festival staff (such as assistance in concert production). The Executive Assistant Intern will assist in duties on the campus at Guilford College and at the downtown office location of Eastern Music Festival.
Interns are encouraged to attend a wide variety of concerts, education programs, fundraising events, etc., to gain a thorough understanding of all aspects of the artistic and administrative activities of the Festival. All interns will be assigned to projects outside of their position description. Each intern will work 40 hours/week with flexible hours (set by the intern’s immediate supervisor) during the week, evenings, and weekends.
Requirement:
The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and an attention to detail as well as strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, data management systems and the use of social media. Applicants should have a professional demeanor and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have their own means of transportation while at the Festival and a valid U.S. driver’s license. Applicants must be 21 years or older. The dates for this internship are June 17 (arrival date) through July 29, 2013 (departure date).
Stipend:
$800 + room and board
Application Procedure:
Applicants should download and complete the Summer Employment Application, send a cover letter and résumé by March 15th to:
Summer Internships/Employment
Attn: Courtney Shaw
Eastern Music Festival
P.O. Box 22026
Greensboro, NC 27420
*2 letters of recommendation are required. Reference writers should send letters via mail at address above or email Courtney Shaw (courtney@easternmusicfestival.org)