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WORKSTUDY PROGRAM
  
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NYSMF Workstudy Program
(Counseling Staff)

NYSMF offers a limited number of exclusive job opportunities for musicians ages 15 and up. Each position has rigid requirements that every applicant must meet in order to be considered.

POSITION AGES GRADES
Festival Assistant (FA) 15 - 16 9 - 11
Counselor In Training (CIT) 17 - 18 12 - College Freshman
Counselor 18 - 21 College Soph - Jr - Sr
Stage Crew 18 - 21 College Soph - Jr - Sr
Teaching Assistant 22 - 25 Graduate School

Complete applications must be received by mail no later than MARCH 1. Applications must contain all required components, all of which must be sent in the same envelope. Mail applications to:

NYSMF
att: Staff Scholarship Application
PO Box 947
Oneonta NY 13820

Incomplete applications; applications sent piecemeal, and applications received after this date will be discarded.

Opportunities   Responsibilities

The many benefits of being part of NYSMF's staff may include any or all of the following:

  • Opportunities to perform in various ensembles (may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
  • Opportunities to coach, form, direct, and lead ensembles
  • Dedicated Counselor/TA Recital in every NYSMF session
  • Full or partial coverage of tuition and fees
  • Coverage of private lessons
  • Stipend
  

All NYSMF Staff members must fulfill the following duties:

  • Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
  • Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival (CITs and FAs excepted)
  • Attend all three sessions of the Festival (FAs excepted)
  • Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
  • Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
  • Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations

Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.

Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time at the discretion of the NYSMF Administration.

Click or scroll to each job opportunity for specifics, or contact us at jobs@nysmf.org for more information. And good luck!

| Teaching Assistants | Counselors| Stage Crew |
| Counselors In Training (CIT) | Festival Assistants (FA) |

TEACHING ASSISTANTS (T.A.)

A limited number of Teaching Assistant positions are available to advanced college or graduate students who are extremely strong players and interested in developing their teaching skills.

Qualifications
  • Graduate school student
  • Extremely strong player
  • Experience & patience working with children
  • Professional interest in developing teaching skills
Responsibilities
  • Supervision of dormitories
  • Supervision of counseling staff
  • Coaching & performing in ensembles
  • Leading sectional rehearsals
  • Assisting faculty & conductors
  • Serving as head librarian for various ensembles
Duties

All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:

  • Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
  • Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
  • Attend all three sessions of the Festival
  • Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
  • Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
  • Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations

Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.

Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties.
Benefits
  • Opportunities to perform in various ensembles (performances may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
  • Full coverage of tuition and fees
  • Coverage of private lessons
  • Stipend (provided at the end of each session)
Application Forms
1 Staff Application Form & Recommendation Letter Form
1

Performance/Audition Recording

REQUIREMENTS:

  • 5 or more movements of concertos (or short pieces) of contrasting styles
  • Flute, String, & Piano MUST include a piece by Bach

Contact us at jobs@nysmf.org. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH 1.

COUNSELORS

Counseling Positions are available for musicians and non-musicians to serve in leadership roles at NYSMF.

Requirements
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Completed at least one year of college
  • Patience working with younger students
Responsibilities
  • Supervising recreational activities and practice time
  • Providing a safe environment for students
  • Assisting faculty and administration with various duties
  • Serving as mentors to the students
Duties

All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:

  • Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
  • Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
  • Attend all three sessions of the Festival
  • Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
  • Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
  • Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations

Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.

Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties.
Benefits
  • Opportunities to perform in various ensembles (performances may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
  • Coverage of tuition and fees
  • Coverage of private lessons
  • Stipend (provided at the end of each session)
Application Forms
1 Staff Application Form & Recommendation Letter Form
1

Performance/Audition Recording
REQUIREMENTS

  • 3-5 movements of concertos (or short pieces), contrasting styles
  • Flute, String & Piano MUST include a piece by Bach

Contact us at jobs@nysmf.org ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH 1.

STAGE CREW (S.C.)

A limited number of positions are available for Stage Crew workers.

Requirements
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Qualify for a COUNSELOR position
  • Experience in technical theatre/backstage work
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for all equipment used by the New York Summer Music Festival, including maintenance, supervision, tracking, etc.
  • Report directly to the NYSMF administration
  • Work closely with our conductors and faculty members to ensure smooth rehearsals and performance
  • Setup and breakdown for all ensembles, rehearsals, and concerts
  • Earlier arrival and later departure dates than other staff members to participate in Festival setup, technical setup, and close-down
Duties

All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:

  • Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
  • Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
  • Attend all three sessions of the Festival
  • Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
  • Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
  • Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations

Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.

Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties.
Benefits
  • Opportunities to perform in various ensembles (performances may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
  • Coverage of tuition and fees
  • Coverage of private lessons
  • Stipend (provided at the end of each session)
Application Forms
1 Staff Application Form & Recommendation Letter Form
1

Performance/Audition Recording
REQUIREMENTS

  • 3-5 movements of concertos (or short pieces) of contrasting styles. 
  • Flute, String & Piano MUST include a piece by Bach

Contact us at jobs@nysmf.org ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH 1.

COUNSELORS IN TRAINING (C.I.T.)

A limited number of CIT positions are available.

Requirements
  • Applicants must be entering their senior year of high school
  • Must arrive before the festival for training and preparation
  • Must attend all three sessions of the festival
  • Must fill out student applications along with the required employment applications
Responsibilities
  • Assist counseling staff with various duties including:
    • photocopying
    • part-marking for orchestra and band librarians
    • ushering for concerts
Duties

All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:

  • Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
  • Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
  • Attend all three sessions of the Festival
  • Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
  • Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
  • Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations

Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.

Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties.
Benefits
  • Opportunities to perform in various ensembles (performances may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
  • 50% tuition coverage
Application Forms
1 Staff Application Form & Recommendation Letter Form
1

Performance/Audition Recording
REQUIREMENTS

  • 1-2 movements of concertos (or short pieces) of contrasting styles
1 Festival Application Forms
•
 Application Fee $75
($100 after May 15)

Contact us at jobs@nysmf.org ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH 1.

FESTIVAL ASSISTANTS (F.A.)

A limited number of FA positions are available.

Requirements
  • Applicants must be 15 years of age or older
  • Must fill out student applications along with the required employment applications
Responsibilities
  • Administrative, library, and/or technical assistants
  • Ushers for concerts
  • Must complete between four and eight hours of assigned duties per week
  • Must schedule employment around required rehearsals and performance obligations
  • Help office staff
  • Assist T.A.s with library duties
  • Various other activities are available according to qualifications
Duties

All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:

  • Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
  • Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
  • Attend all three sessions of the Festival
  • Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
  • Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
  • Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations

Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.

Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties.
Benefits
  • Opportunities to perform in various ensembles (performances may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
  • 25% tuition coverage
Application Forms
1 Staff Application Form & Recommendation Letter Form
1

Performance/Audition Recording
REQUIREMENTS

  • 1-2 movements of concertos (or short pieces) of contrasting styles
1 Festival Application Forms
•
 Application Fee $75
($100 after May 15)

Contact us at jobs@nysmf.org ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH 1.

 

  

NYSMF's wonderful counseling staff is made up of tremendous young musicians of college age. Most are matriculated at major music schools and conservatories around the United States, including:

  • The Curtis Institute of Music
  • The Hartt School of Music
  • The Crane School of Music / State University of New York (SUNY) College at Potsdam
  • Harvard University
  • Rensselear Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
  • Temple University
  • Missouri University
  • Indiana University
  • Cincinnati Conservatory
  • Carnegie-Mellon University
  • Ithaca College
  • State University of New York (SUNY) College at Fredonia
  • State University of New York (SUNY) College at Oneonta
  • Ohio State
  • Oberlin College
  • Wesleyan University
  • Skidmore University

NYSMF enjoys a high counselor-to-student ratio, ensuring there will always be a "big brother" or a "big sister" available to help with any of life's little problems, as well as being fully qualified to coach top-quality musical ensembles.

Many of our counselors were once campers and students themselves. They all fully understand the rules, policies, and exacting standards of NYSMF behavior, and stand ready to assist the faculty, conductors, visiting artists, and administration in making NYSMF the finest, friendliest, and most memorable summer experience ever.

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To apply for a workstudy position at NYSMF, please scroll down for more information.