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Prelude Music Foundation brings singing, dancing, and playful learning

to preschool classrooms in underserved communities in Houston.

The Prelude Music Foundation Internship Program is dedicated to providing hands-on learning experiences for college students pursuing careers in music, music education, education, special education, and related fields.

Through observation, active participation, and guided instruction, interns will gain a deeper understanding of early childhood music education, the role of music in cognitive and social development, and inclusive teaching strategies for diverse learners.

This program seeks to equip future educators with the skills and knowledge necessary to create engaging, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate musical experiences for children of all abilities.

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Why Intern with the
Prelude Music Foundation?

Experience

Get Hands-On Classroom Experience

You'll work directly with our certified music educators & the diverse learners that we serve in the classroom. You'll gain real-world experience in early education, while making a real impact for young children across Houston.

Development

Acquire & Develop Skills for Future Careers

Develop classroom management & adaptability skills in group activities with young children, while building confidence in leadership and working with young children.

Mentorship

Get Professional Evaluation

Observe 30-minute music lessons with our team. You’ll also learn how music enhances cognitive, socio-emotional, language, and motor development in young children.

Opportunity

Resume-Boosting Opportunities

You’ll gain valuable internship and credit hours, a completion certificate, and (upon request) a letter of recommendation from our organization. This internship is also a great opportunity to present as a capstone project for music education.

Feedback

Get Professional Evaluation

Our team will support and instruct you throughout your internship! You’ll receive ongoing guidance and performance evaluations, building a professional portfolio with final reflections and presentations that support your career goals in education and music.

Networking

Community & Career Connections

Expand your network with experienced educators, non-profit leaders, and more, all while helping to bring music to underserved schools in Houston.

Internship Requirements & Application Process

Requirements:

Once admitted into the Prelude Music Foundation Internship Program, interns are expected to:

Pass a background check prior to beginning work.
Set a flexible schedule in collaboration with the Internship Director
Track your internship hours and participate in bi-weekly Zoom check-ins with the Internship Director.
Commit to at least one semester (no need to reapply if continuing for the full year, but ongoing communication with your Director is required).
Visit schools weekly as part of your hands-on training and teaching experience.

Fall Internship

Applications Open: September 1, 2025
Applications Close: September 24, 2025
Intern Onboarding: September 27, 2025

Spring Internship

Applications Open: December 1, 2025
Applications Close: January 10, 2026
Intern Onboarding: January 17, 2026

Ready to apply?

Please email your cover letter and resume to our Internship Director at sean@preludechild.com

Internship Curriculum & Responsibilities
Our internship program is designed to immerse you in music-based early childhood education through a structured, hands-on experience.

Phase 1: Orientation & Introduction (Weeks 1–2)

Introduction to Prelude Music Foundation’s mission and teaching philosophy.
Overview of classroom structure and expectations.
Get introduced to key songs in the program and their educational purposes (phonics, counting, social skills, etc.).
Observe teachers in the classroom.

Phase 2: Classroom Engagement & Assistance (Weeks 3–6)

Assist teachers with distributing and collecting classroom instruments (sticks, shakers, scarves).
Engage with students by modeling participation and supporting classroom activities.
Understand the role of music in cognitive and motor development.

Phase 3: Observation & Reflection (Weeks 7–10)

Learn how to adapt lessons for diverse learning needs.
Participate in discussions about the impact of music on early childhood development.
Maintain a reflective journal reflecting on experiences, challenges, and insights.
Deliver a final presentation on an assigned topic related to music education or therapy

By the end of the internship, you will:

Demonstrate an understanding of the role of music in early childhood development.
Gain experience through observing classroom activities.
Develop skills in classroom management and student engagement.
Learn to adapt lessons for diverse learners.
Build confidence in leading musical activities and working with young children.