*This internship can be an in-person, hybrid, or remote.*
An internship with The World Music Foundation provides real-world music business experience under knowledgeable, professional supervision while you tangibly advance our nonprofit mission of opening minds through music! …no busy work or fetching coffee here.
Our offices are located at 1066 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL. Just a short walk from Loyola University’s lakefront campus and very near the Granville Red Line stop.
You will learn about and gain real-world experience in the following areas:
- Designing classroom-ready educational materials focused on global music traditions (worksheets, listening guides, games, coloring pages, and more)
- Translating complex cultural and musical ideas into engaging, age-appropriate learning tools and resources
- Collaborating with real classroom teachers to understand their needs and design resources accordingly
- Researching musical traditions from around the world and presenting them in accessible formats for young learners
- Assisting with and observing our Musical Storytime program for infants and toddlers, if you’re based near our offices
- Supporting live educational programming at our Listening Room
- Possibly developing and leading your own educational activity, workshop, or event for children
- Project management related to educational content creation
Requirements:
- Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Music Education, or related majors preferred—but not required
- Strong communication skills and ability to simplify complex ideas
- Creativity and enthusiasm for working with children
- Interest in music, culture, and education
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Please be clear and upfront regarding your capabilities and what you hope to learn and improve upon. We do not expect you to be an expert in any area, but it’s helpful to know where you have experience and where you don’t so that we can best support your growth.
Students should consult with academic faculty to determine if this unpaid experience will earn academic credit.
Best wishes in your journey; please contact us if you feel that you’re a good fit!
