Careers
The Oregon Symphony looks to employ talented, driven, and forward-thinking people to help bring the power of music to hundreds of thousands in and around the Portland community. We welcome anyone with these assets and passions to consider joining our dedicated and innovative team.
Auditions
The official pitch of the Oregon Symphony is A=440 Hz.
Second Horn
Audition to be held September 22-24, 2026
Employment to begin at winning candidate’s earliest convenience.
Principal base compensation for the 2026-2027, 40-week season: $71,524.96 (inclusive of EMG, premium pay, and instrument maintenance/insurance allowance)
Applications must be received no later than August 11, 2026.
Benefits include fully paid medical/dental insurance, LTD, AFM pension plan, and paid parking.
Audition Repertoire Packet will be posted no later than August 23, 2026.
Fill out your application and submit your resume and deposit online: Oregon Symphony Second Horn Audition Application.
Applications accepted until August 11, 2026.
The Oregon Symphony is a proud partner of the National Alliance for Audition Support.
Administrative Employment Opportunities
There are no open administrative positions at this time.
Join the symphony
The Oregon Symphony is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all facets of the organization. We seek to develop a diverse candidate pool and welcome nominations and applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or national origin.
If you are interested in applying to a posted administrative job opening, please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@orsymphony.org with the job title in the subject line. No phone inquiries, please. All submissions will be held in confidence.