Ravinia, North America's oldest music festival, stands today as its most musically diverse, presenting over 140 different events throughout the summer. These concerts run the gamut from Yo-Yo Ma to John Legend to the annual summer residency of the nation's finest orchestra, The Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
The 36-acre park is nestled in a gently wooded area that makes it an enchanting place to experience music. Guests can bring their own picnics or eat at one of the park restaurants.
Our Mission
As a nonprofit organization, community outreach and music education initiatives are our mission. Over 75,000 people are served through Ravinia's Reach Teach Play programs each year, ensuring that great music remains accessible to all.
Title: Development Intern, Women’s Board and Ravinia Associates Operations
Department: Development
Reports to: Manager, Women’s Board and Ravinia Associates Operations
Summary
Gain an inside perspective into the many aspects of the Ravinia Women’s Board and the Ravinia Associates Board. The Women’s Board is a volunteer group of over 125 women who host the annual Gala, raising over $1 million annually, as well as several other events throughout the summer. The Ravinia Associates Board is a premier group of over 100 Chicagoland young professionals who both promote awareness and raise funds for the festival and its programs, primarily through the annual Music Matters Benefit.
While the primary responsibility of this position is providing assistance in all aspects of the Gala and Music Matters Benefit, this role will also have the opportunity to help with other events throughout the summer, and will work periodically with the larger Development Department, as needed. In this role, you are exposed to a variety of projects related to Ravinia’s mission, serving as great experience for anyone looking to further a career in nonprofit performing arts administration.
Events may be held virtually, in accordance with federal, state, and local COVID-19 regulations to prioritize the safety of our patrons, artists, and staff.
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Additional Information:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible but the deadline to apply is January 29, 2021.
All hiring is contingent upon receiving an approved background check. Please, no phone calls or emails.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Ravinia, North America's oldest music festival, stands today as its most musically diverse, presenting over 140 different events throughout the summer. These concerts run the gamut from Yo-Yo Ma to John Legend to the annual summer residency of the nation's finest orchestra, The Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
The 36-acre park is nestled in a gently wooded area that makes it an enchanting place to experience music. Guests can bring their own picnics or eat at one of the park restaurants.
Our Mission
As a nonprofit organization, community outreach and music education initiatives are our mission. Over 75,000 people are served through Ravinia's Reach Teach Play programs each year, ensuring that great music remains accessible to all.