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Institute for Music Leadership

  • About the IML
    • Welcome
    • Contact Us
    • Spotlight
    • History of the IML
  • Arts Leadership Programs
    • About
    • ALP Certificate Program
    • ALP Course Information
    • Eastman Career and Leadership Certificate Online
    • MA in Music Leadership
  • Paul R. Judy Center for Innovation and Research
  • Careers
    • Career Advising
    • Résumé and CV
    • Cover Letters
    • Interview Prep
    • Teaching Philosophies
    • Personal Statements
    • Job Openings
    • Freelance and Media Resources
    • Additional Resources
    • IML Video Interview Space
  • Events
  • Grants
  • Gig Service
  • IML Store

Additional Resources

Summer Opportunities

Summer festivals, workshops, camps, and internships are a great way to build experiences and connections! Check out the following locations for various opportunities:

  • Acceptd – A Guide to Summer Opportunities
  • Handshake’s “Job” Section (must belong to an affiliated school)
  • Summer Festival List – Peabody Institute

GETTING Your Career STARTED

You can get a jump start on your career plans while still in school! In fact, it’s important that you do. Here are some things to consider:

  • Checklist for First Years
  • Checklist for Grads

NAFME Certification

For those in Music Education, here is an important chart that can help you navigate various state’s certification requirements, length, and levels.

  • State Certification Practices as of 2016

Rochester Career Assistance

The city of Rochester also has a career service, offering career fairs and other events.

  • Rochester Area Career Development Association

LOCAL & TEMPORARY HOUSING

Whether it’s apartments for during or after school, or temporary housing for internships and festivals, here are some sites that can help you find place to live.

  • Student Apartment Guide
  • NY Student Housing
  • Student Housing – National & International

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BUILDING A NETWORK

Join other Eastman School of Music students and alumni on our professional platform where you can connect, network, and discuss field-related topics.

  • The Meliora Collective

Writing BIOS

As a performer, conductor, or composer, you are most likely going to need a brief bio of some sort.

  • Writing a Bio Tip Sheet
  • Musical America Posts about Bios

REFERENCE LIBRARY

The Office of Careers and Professional Development maintains a significant library of reference books covering topics from performance anxiety to foundation grants here in the Institute for Music Leadership office. Browse our available books!

  • Auditions
  • Career Planning
  • Financial Planning
  • Health & Performance Anxiety
  • Higher Education
  • Job Hunting
  • Job Hunting in the Music Industry
  • Music Entrepreneurship
  • Preparing for an Interview
  • Student Guides
  • Writing a Resume


Meet with an Advisor

Make an appointment with an Eastman Career Advisor to explore topics and discover resources.

Are you a dual degree student? You can also utilize the Gwen M Greene Career at the University of Rochester.

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CONTACT US

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Rochester, NY 14604

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