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Development Intern - Fall 2026

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · Hybrid

Entry level$1M raised

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra (PSO) was founded over 125 years ago, performing its first concert at Pittsburgh’s Carnegie Music Hall in 1896. Today, the PSO is one of the finest, most acclaimed orchestras in the worl…

Skills: Donor Stewardship, Database Management, Donor Research, Fundraising, Communication

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Development Intern - Fall 2026

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States • Hybrid

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  • Internship
  • bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
  • School Credit, Federal Community Service Work Study
  • Posted 17d ago
  • Apply by Sep 9
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The intern supports the Development Department through fundraising activities, donor relations, and administrative functions. Key tasks include managing the Tessitura database, conducting prospect research, and providing onsite event support.

Requirements

Candidates should be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, preferably in nonprofit management, arts administration, or communications. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are required.

Full job description

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra (PSO) was founded over 125 years ago, performing its first concert at Pittsburgh’s Carnegie Music Hall in 1896. Today, the PSO is one of the finest, most acclaimed orchestras in the world, having toured and recorded extensively throughout its history and boasts multiple GRAMMY nominations and wins. It also owns and operates Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts, a historic movie theater which in 1971 became home to the PSO and formed the cornerstone of what is now the Pittsburgh Cultural District. In 2008-2009, Austrian conductor Manfred Honeck became the PSO’s ninth music director following in the luminous footsteps of Victor Herbert, Fritz Reiner, William Steinberg, André Previn, and Lorin Maazel, among others. In addition to presenting more than 100 performances each year at Heinz Hall, both with and without the Orchestra, PSO boasts award-winning Learning & Engagement programs that reach more than 30,000 youth and adults each year in and around the Western Pennsylvania region.

JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE
The Development Intern supports the PSO’s Development Department in fundraising activities, donor relations, and administrative functions that sustain the orchestra's artistic mission through general fundraising. This position offers hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising within the performing arts sector and provides exposure to all aspects of institutional advancement.

Reports to: Manager of Individual Support

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key project areas include donor stewardship and database management. Additional responsibilities include:
  • Support the Individuals fundraising team with Tessitura database management and donor stewardship/communication.
  • Assist department Managers and Directors with various projects as needed.
  • Maintain and update donor account records in Tessitura.
  • Provide onsite event support for donor benefit events.
  • Assist in donor and prospect research projects.
  • Support VIP experiences for major donors as needed.
  • Other duties/projects as assigned.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this internship, the intern will have gained:
  • Understanding of nonprofit fundraising principles and best practices.
  • Experience with donor cultivation and stewardship strategies.
  • Skills in database management and donor research through iWave and Tessitura.
REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate must possess the ability to work independently in both remote and office environments, as well as function as part of a collaborative fundraising team. Other requirements include:
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, preferably in nonprofit management, arts administration, communications, or related field;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Knowledge of databases preferred but not required;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills;
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information;
  • Professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively with Symphony patrons.
COMPENSATION
This is an unpaid internship.  The intern may qualify for school credit or pay through Federal Community Service Work Study.  This internship will average up to 20 hours per week depending on student's schedule.
 

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About Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

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Pittsburgh’s own | GRAMMY® Award-winning

Industry
Performing Arts
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1896
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
LinkedIn followers
4,913
Total funding
$1M

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, known for its artistic excellence for more than 120 years, is credited with a rich history of the world’s finest conductors and musicians, and a strong commitment to the Pittsburgh region and its citizens. Past music directors have included Fritz Reiner (1938-1948), William Steinberg (1952-1976), André Previn (1976-1984), Lorin Maazel (1984-1996) and Mariss Jansons (1995-2004). This tradition of outstanding music directors was furthered in fall 2008, when Austrian conductor Manfred Honeck became music director of the Pittsburgh Symphony. The orchestra has been at the forefront of championing new American works, and gave the first performance of Leonard Bernstein’s Symphony No. 1 “Jeremiah” in 1944 and John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine in 1986. The Pittsburgh Symphony has a long and illustrious history in the areas of recordings and radio concerts. Its “Pittsburgh Live!” series with Reference Recordings has resulted in back-to-back Grammy Award nominations in 2015 and 2016. As early as 1936, the Pittsburgh Symphony radio broadcasts aired nationally and in the late 1970s it made the ground breaking PBS series “Previn and the Pittsburgh.” Since 1982, the orchestra has been heard through national network radio broadcasts on Public Radio International, produced by Classical WQED-FM, made possible by the musicians of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. At home in historic Heinz Hall, the Pittsburgh Symphony offers a variety of musical experiences, including its BNY Mellon Grand Classics and PNC Pops series, FUSE@PSO series, Fiddlesticks Family Concerts series, specials, and numerous community engagement and education concerts throughout the region. With a long and distinguished history of touring both domestically and overseas since 1900 — including international tours to Europe, the Far East and South America—the Pittsburgh Symphony continues to be critically acclaimed as one of the world’s greatest orchestras.

Offices: 600 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, US

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About Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

LinkedInVisit site

Pittsburgh’s own | GRAMMY® Award-winning

Industry
Performing Arts
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1896
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
LinkedIn followers
4,913
Total funding
$1M

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, known for its artistic excellence for more than 120 years, is credited with a rich history of the world’s finest conductors and musicians, and a strong commitment to the Pittsburgh region and its citizens. Past music directors have included Fritz Reiner (1938-1948), William Steinberg (1952-1976), André Previn (1976-1984), Lorin Maazel (1984-1996) and Mariss Jansons (1995-2004). This tradition of outstanding music directors was furthered in fall 2008, when Austrian conductor Manfred Honeck became music director of the Pittsburgh Symphony. The orchestra has been at the forefront of championing new American works, and gave the first performance of Leonard Bernstein’s Symphony No. 1 “Jeremiah” in 1944 and John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine in 1986. The Pittsburgh Symphony has a long and illustrious history in the areas of recordings and radio concerts. Its “Pittsburgh Live!” series with Reference Recordings has resulted in back-to-back Grammy Award nominations in 2015 and 2016. As early as 1936, the Pittsburgh Symphony radio broadcasts aired nationally and in the late 1970s it made the ground breaking PBS series “Previn and the Pittsburgh.” Since 1982, the orchestra has been heard through national network radio broadcasts on Public Radio International, produced by Classical WQED-FM, made possible by the musicians of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. At home in historic Heinz Hall, the Pittsburgh Symphony offers a variety of musical experiences, including its BNY Mellon Grand Classics and PNC Pops series, FUSE@PSO series, Fiddlesticks Family Concerts series, specials, and numerous community engagement and education concerts throughout the region. With a long and distinguished history of touring both domestically and overseas since 1900 — including international tours to Europe, the Far East and South America—the Pittsburgh Symphony continues to be critically acclaimed as one of the world’s greatest orchestras.

Offices: 600 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, US

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View all jobs at Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

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