Birch Creek Employment Opportunities
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Birch Creek offers an inspiring and fun work environment for those looking for a position in a music arts organization. Students and world-class teaching/performing faculty from around the country converge on the Birch Creek campus each summer to learn about and live the lifestyle of a professional musician. Shoulder season programming includes a wind ensemble and chamber music retreats for adults, in addition to fall and winter concerts. Employees enjoy free concerts, competitive wage, paid time off, retirement, flexibility, remote capabilities, great enrichment rewards and a fun work environment.
Available Positions:
Development Manager
Birch Creek Music Performance Center seeks a Development Manager to lead donor development and grant writing efforts in support of the organization’s mission and programs. Working closely with the Executive Director and Development Committee, the Development Manager will cultivate relationships with donors and community partners, research and pursue new funding opportunities, and manage grant applications and reporting. The role also includes contributing to donor communications, analyzing fundraising data, and supporting long-term fundraising strategies that sustain Birch Creek’s educational and artistic programming. This position involves engagement with the Birch Creek community throughout the year, including attendance at events during the Summer Academy and Fall & Winter Series.
View the full job description below for complete details and qualifications.
When applying, please include a cover letter, resume of relevant experience, and 2-3 writing samples, if available.
Available Positions: Summer Season
For more information about available positions or about the Birch Creek Music Performance Center academy, please email Jenna Ferdon. Online applications will be accepted after December 1. Review of applications and interviews will begin in early 2026, with hiring completed until filled. Start and end dates may be subject to change, and some flexibility may be available.
Counselors (3 - 5 Positions)
Responsibilities: Supervise students, develop & coordinate student recreational activities, assist with student registration and orientation, share campus housekeeping duties with other counselors, assist with concert preparations and logistics, and other errands as assigned. Training provided.
Qualifications: Music majors, preferably with experience working with middle and high school students, are preferred. Dependable, energetic, hard-working, self-motivated, well-organized, good at communications and teamwork. CPR/First Aid Certification required; lifeguard certificate a perk! Valid driver’s license required for two years. Access to personal vehicle is strongly recommended.
Salary: $400/week plus room and board. Full-time. Weekends required.
Start Date: June 7 End Date: August 15
Production Manager: Sound Recording and Live Streaming - Intern
This position has been filled for 2026! Please check back in the fall for updates on 2027 opportunities.
House Manager and Lighting Technician - Intern
Responsibilities: Manage concert venue, run light board and perform lighting designs and checks for 30+ concerts. Maintain performance space, green room, and practice rooms. Assist with stage set-up and other rehearsal and concert preparations. Oversee volunteer ushers and will call volunteers for each concert.
Qualifications: Experience with a theater light board and professional house management preferred; experience working with volunteers or house staff recommended. Valid driver’s license required for two years. Access to personal vehicle is strongly recommended.
Salary: $500/week plus room and board. Full-time. Weekends required.
Start Date: June 7 End Date: August 15
Box Office Intern
This position has been filled for 2026! Please check back in the fall for updates on 2027 opportunities.
Public Relations Intern
This position has been filled for 2026! Please check back in the fall for updates on 2027 opportunities.
Kitchen Assistant
Responsibilities: Assist with preparation, serving and clean-up of meals served from the licensed Birch Creek kitchen. Work with Head Cook and Shift Cooks to provide healthy and appetizing meals for the academy students, faculty and staff.
Qualifications: Some experience in food service operations, deli, or restaurants with general cleaning duties helpful. WE WILL TRAIN. This is a 40-hour per week position; some split shifts and overtime are possible. This position will reside on campus for the duration of the Summer Academy session. Valid driver’s license required for two years. Access to personal vehicle is strongly recommended.
Salary: $480/week plus room and board. Full-time. Weekends required.
Start Date: June 7 End Date: August 15