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DCYOP is the region’s leading ensemble-based music education program. DCYOP offers group lessons, ensemble training and performance opportunities for 700 students ages 4 to 18. DCYOP is proud to be an inclusive organization and values the diversity of its student body: DCYOP’s students represent 250 different schools, 100 unique ZIP codes, and a range of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. 

We seek team members who have a passion for music education and performance, are committed to transforming lives through music and to making that a reality for every student who joins our program.

DCYOP Passport to Summer Programs Internship

Passport to Summer 2026

DCYOP Passport to Summer Programs Internship

DCYOP is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Interns, ages 16-24, to help support Beginner and Intermediate students during our Summer Program. You will work directly with students and staff to create a fun, educational, and enriching experience for two weeks of in-person programming. Interns will earn $100/day while supporting young musicians at a formative stage in their musical journey.

Deadline to apply: April 30th

Interested students should send a resume and brief statement of interest to Tim Provost ([email protected]), indicating which program you want to support (Beginner or Intermediate).

Our summer program runs July 20-31 from 9am to 4pm and you will be asked to be there a little early and later than the students.

How to Apply:

Email your resume and a brief statement of interest to the Artistic Director Evan Ross Solomon [email protected].

Be sure to indicate whether you are applying to support the Beginner or Intermediate/Advanced programs.

About DCYOP

DCYOP’s artistic excellence has been recognized at local, national and international levels. Achievements include: the first youth orchestra to perform at the Kennedy Center, tours of 22 countries, played for U.S. presidents and diplomats, and performed with esteemed musicians like Yo-Yo Ma and Gustavo Dudamel. Honors include the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award (known as the Coming Up Taller awards) and the Mayor’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to Arts Education.

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Teaching Artists

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Teaching Artists

Our Teaching Artists teach beginner group lessons and/or coach sectional rehearsals at varied levels in support of the DCYOP ensembles and curriculum. All lessons and rehearsals are on Saturdays. There are no openings for Teaching Artists currently, but we encourage you to submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected] as we are always anticipating upcoming needs for teachers and substitutes.

Pay starts at $60/hour for teaching 1-5 hours per week (Saturdays, 9am-3pm). Background check required.


Teaching artists are contracted positions. Contracts are renewed on an annual basis.

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