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Work at NEC

Bradley Williams instructing voice student
Jessica Zhou instructing harp student

Overview

Why work at NEC?

New England Conservatory is a cultural center, built on 150 years of innovation, that pushes the boundaries of making and teaching music. NEC is renowned for its dedicated faculty, gifted students, and contributions to the cultural landscape, past, present, and future.

employee benefits

Generous paid time off, including holidays, sick time, and vacation time for staff employees

  • Health insurance, covered at 77%
  • Dental insurance, covered at 70%
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with matching contributions 
  • Retirement savings plans with Fidelity Investments and TIAA
  • Complimentary admission to numerous museums and arts organizations in Greater Boston
  • Free participation in NEC classes and ensembles as well as discounted individual lessons
  • Discounted YMCA membership
  • Discounts on NEC cafeteria
  • Free NEC concerts and library borrowing privileges

Join Our Team

We are looking for talented and dedicated professionals. See our open positions for both administrative and faculty opportunities.

Student Employment

Current NEC students are welcome to work on campus, regardless of their financial aid status. Learn more about Federal Work Study and Student Aid, see open positions both on- and off-campus, and apply online.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Committed to providing a safe environment for learning, working, and performing.

New England Conservatory is committed to providing a safe environment for learning, working, and performing in which all members of the community are valued and respected and can reach their personal and artistic potential. Believing that a vital and diverse community is built on the respect of individuals, NEC fosters an atmosphere of intellectual and artistic freedom, and encourages the open exchange of ideas and creative initiatives. 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Committed to providing a safe environment for learning, working, and performing.

Group of students performing on different instruments on the Jordan Hall stage.