Employment Opportunities

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra is looking for a part-time Youth Orchestras Program Manager. Those interested in applying may email cover letter, current resume or vitae, and three references to Trevor Orthmann, Executive Director, Illinois Symphony Orchestra, [email protected].

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra is looking for a part-time Orchestra Librarian. Those interested in applying may email cover letter and resume to Trevor Orthmann, Executive Director, Illinois Symphony Orchestra, [email protected]. No telephone calls please.

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra announces the following vacancies for the 2025-2026 Season: Woodwinds including Clarinet III/Bass Clarinet and Bassoon II.

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra announces the following vacancies for the 2025-2026 Season: Brass including Horn II (One Year Position), Horn III, Assistant Horn (One Year Position), and Trombone II.

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra announces the following vacancies for the 2025-2026 Season: Strings including Violin I-8, Violin I-12, Violin II-9, Cello IV-5, and Bass Associate Principal.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in music performance on a string instrument and/or a degree in music education with a string/orchestra focus or relevant experience.

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra is now accepting video auditions from qualified applicants for all orchestral instruments for our Substitute lists.