Join the Staff at Marlboro Music

This world-renowned classical music festival in southern Vermont was established in 1951 as a musical retreat for chamber music, taking place on the campus of Marlboro College. Approximately 70 outstanding musicians live together in quaint shared residencies while they rehearse chamber music and exchange musical ideas for two months. Marlboro exists primarily as a center for advanced musical studies, but there are public concerts on weekends, for which programs and artists are announced the week prior the performance.

All summer positions involve a weekly stipend plus room and board. Staff members work six days a week and live on campus along with the musicians. Meals are included, and the food is excellent! Since not all jobs may be available when we receive your application, please list each position for which you would like to be considered in order of your preference.

2009 Staff Application Form (PDF)
2009 Employment Announcement Sheet (PDF)

You can also call or write for further information and an application:

Marlboro Music
121 West 27th Street, Suite 703
New York, NY 10001
Tel: 212-581-5197
Fax: 212-581-4029
Email: jobs@marlboromusic.org
Application deadline: March 31, 2008

Please bear in mind that applications are processed as they come in, so the sooner you send yours the better chance you have to be considered. To inquire about job openings after March 31st, contact us.

Job Listings

ASSISTANT MUSIC LIBRARIAN
Help manage one of the world's most extensive collections of chamber music. Involves weekly preparation of sheet music for rehearsals and concerts; maintenance of circulation records; preparation of new music for inclusion in the general collection; assisting Librarian as needed. Knowledge of chamber music is essential; also important are attention to detail, patience, and friendly personality. Library experience is very helpful. Must be available June 25 - August 20.

RECEPTIONIST
Work at front desk of Festival offices and assist senior staff. Duties include answering phones, greeting public, general administrative support (strong computer skills), organizing mailings, assisting Box Office Manager and/or selling recordings during concerts. Prior office experience, knowledge of classical music, and friendly demeanor are essential. Must be available June 20 - August 20.

STAGE CREW
Pre-season and post-season work involves setting up and breaking down the Festival, including moving furniture, sheeting beds, cleaning dorms and houses, and preparing the concert hall. During the season, crew is responsible for the technical operation of the Festival, driving musicians to and from the airport, running errands in town, helping with recreational events, and setting up the stage for rehearsals and concerts. Flexibility and willingness to work as a team are essential! Must be at least 21 and have a driver's license. Some knowledge of chamber music and musicians extremely helpful. Must be available June 14 - August 26.

LIFEGUARD
For private Festival beach at nearby lake (4.5 miles from campus). Must have current Lifeguard Certification and be over 18. Also supervises all parking at concerts. Own transportation (car or bike) necessary. Must be available June 28 - August 16.

COFFEE SHOP MANAGER
Two managers handle all ordering, operation, cooking, etc. of the on-campus coffee shop, which serves breakfast (9am to 11:30am), late-night light fare and snacks and a variety of beverages (9pm to 12am). Also responsible for recruiting guest chefs for private dinners on concert nights, arranging special events and parties, and promoting a pleasant atmosphere. Good organizational skills and friendly personality required, as well as cooking and food preparation experience, and a love of hard work; at least one manager must have car. Must be available June 14 - August 26.

FESTIVAL STAFF
Cleans all common areas of the campus (offices, hallways, bathrooms, dining hall, concert hall, coffee shop) Workday: 7:00 a.m. to 2pm. Also directs Car Parking for concerts and special events, and assists stage crew with set up and break down of Festival, as well as other operations during season. Flexibility, diligence and love of cleaning a must! Must be available June 14 - August 26.