Join the Summer Staff at Marlboro
Marlboro Music is widely considered to be the world’s leading center for the in-depth exploration of chamber music by outstanding professional musicians. Each summer, under the artistic leadership of Mitsuko Uchida and Jonathan Biss, 80 musicians of diverse ages and backgrounds come together in southern Vermont, living with staff members, spouses, and children to form one large and nurturing musical family.
If you love chamber music, community, and the natural beauty of Vermont, we encourage you to apply to join our summer staff. Successful applicants will be flexible team players with an interest in music, collaboration, and the festival environment. Available positions include operations, administrative, housekeeping, hospitality, and lifeguarding roles.
Summer positions provide a substantial wage plus full room and board (a single room on campus and all meals). Staff members work six days a week during the season and also facilitate the pre-and-post season set up and break down of the festival. During the summer, staff members enjoy much of the music, the social events, the unique community, and the beautiful Vermont countryside.
We are now hiring for summer 2026. To apply, please complete our online application or send us an e-mail with a current resume and a cover letter explaining what interests you most about working at Marlboro. Must be available June 11-August 25, 2026.
Summer Positions
Stage Crew/Operations: The stage crew team is responsible for the technical operation of the festival, including but not limited to: preparing the stage for rehearsals and concerts; driving musicians to and from the airport; setting up social events; running errands in town; completing general maintenance requests; handling/routing emergency response; and generally maintaining the quality of life on campus. Must be flexible and team-oriented with strong time management and problem solving skills. Knowledge of chamber music is helpful. Must be at least 21 with valid driver’s license.
Artist Liaison: Reporting directly to the Admissions Director, the artist liaison assists with the transportation and travel of musicians and serves as a primary point of contact between musicians and the Admissions Director, helping to ensure a fully supported artist experience. The artist liaison also assists in the facilitation of instrument repairs and luthier visits to campus and occasionally assists stage crew with concert duties. Applicants must be experienced and highly conscientious drivers. A friendly demeanor and strong communication skills are also required.
Coffee Shop: The coffee shop manager runs the social hub of campus, which is typically open for late breakfast in the morning and for light fare and socializing in the evening. They are responsible for maintaining a weekly menu and a welcoming environment while working closely with two coffee shop staff members to prepare and serve food and beverages and plan evening activities and special events. Food preparation experience and a friendly, flexible demeanor are essential qualities for these roles.
Assistant Recording Engineer: The assistant recording engineer assists the
recording engineer with setting microphones, setting up equipment for recordings, and operating physical media recorders. They also maintain a database of festival recordings and are responsible for scheduling, making, and copying rehearsal recordings as requested by musicians. The ability to read music is necessary, familiarity with chamber music is helpful, and candidates should know their way around audio equipment and software, including Mac, Windows, and Linux (Debian) computers and networking. Experience with Cubase or Nuendo is helpful but not required. Must be available from approx. July 8 to August 20.
If you have general questions about summer employment at Marlboro, please contact Anne Marie Strader ([email protected]) or Jody Alan Lee ([email protected]).