Sarasota Youth Opera is seeking Education Interns for Summer Camp

April 26, 2023 – Sarasota

Sarasota Youth Opera (SYO) Summer Camp is an opportunity for young people ages 8-18 to explore the exciting world of opera.  Led by a team of seasoned professionals, this day camp delves into the elements that go into opera such as singing, acting, movement, costumes, wigs and makeup, props a final demonstration for families and friends and more.  Since 1984, SYO has given thousands of young people ages 8 to 18 an opportunity to experience the joy of opera firsthand through participation in fully-staged Youth Opera productions, Sarasota Opera main stage productions, summer camps, and concerts throughout the community. 

Position Responsibilities
-Directly assist instructors and campers in the various classes

-Assist with daily check-in and check-out activities

-Supervise and monitor health and wellbeing of campers 

-Assist with daily camp operations as assigned

-Assist with and/or participate in final demonstration

Position Benefits

-Vocal and Acting Masterclasses with Sarasota Opera professional staff

-Private Coaching with Stage Directors and Italian and French language coach

-Masterclass and Q&A with Administration Department Heads to learn aspects of Arts Administration 

-Days off: Saturdays and Sundays. Counselors are required to live in the city during the work week but may go home during off time.

-Housing: Shared housing provided at an apartment building owned by Sarasota Opera within walking distance.  Up to 3 in a 3-bedroom apartment.

-Hours: Instructors typically work from 8:30am to 5pm and are off in the evenings. 

Position Requirements

-Availability: June 7-9th Intern Training/Assisting in camp set-up; June 12-30th – for all 3 weeks of summer camp 

-Valid Form of a Photo ID and Social Security Card

-All candidates will undergo a background check to qualify them to work with children per Florida State Requirements. (Fee covered by SOA)

-Applicants must be at least 18 to apply

-Meals: Interns are responsible for their own meals.  The kitchens are fully equipped for cooking.

How to Apply:

Please contact: Cameron Maxwell, Youth Opera Coordinator, cmaxwell@sarasotaopera.org

Sarasota Opera is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages people of diverse backgrounds to apply.