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Music Director CPT jobs let F-1 students gain hands-on conducting, programming, and ensemble leadership experience that counts directly toward degree requirements. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before you start work, and the role must tie explicitly to your enrolled curriculum, whether that's orchestral studies, music education, or arts administration.
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At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness.
Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2025 and certification as a Great Place to Work® in 2025 for the sixth consecutive year.
Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.
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Calling all college students! Planning to intern during the summer of 2027? Kick-off your career at Selective Insurance by joining our award-winning Ignite Internship program at our regional office in Dresher, PA or Scottsdale, AZ.
The Ignite Internship Program is an 11-week, full-time experience that offers a sneak peek into the world of insurance. Level up your skills and knowledge by diving into your business area of choice. Throughout the program, you’ll get a feel for the corporate environment with on-the-job assignments, team projects, exposure to senior leadership & executives, and even a community volunteer day. All of this and more will help you build meaningful relationships throughout the organization.
Come and make summer 2027 one to remember with Selective!
As a MUSIC Intern, you’ll have an opportunity to learn all about Mesa Underwriters Specialty Insurance Company (MUSIC), a trusted Selective Insurance Excess & Surplus affiliate. This internship offers hands-on exposure to a dynamic and specialized area of the insurance industry, where you will play an active role in supporting business initiatives while building valuable industry knowledge, professional connections, and practical experience. Please note, this is a hybrid position, therefore, applicants must be within commuting distance of our location in Dresher, PA or Scottsdale, AZ.
Responsibilities:
- Contribute to meaningful business projects that support MUSIC’s growth, profitability, and operational goals.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to solve real business challenges and contribute fresh ideas that can make a difference, like AI integration and process improvement.
- Gain firsthand exposure to the foundations of underwriting while gaining a deeper understanding of an insurance carrier’s business operations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge and Requirements:
- Must be a current college student to qualify.
- Demonstrate an interest in learning about the insurance industry, specifically within excess and surplus.
- Experience with Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint is required.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to communicate professionally and work part of a team.
- College credit can be earned depending on your institution’s requirements.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma required. Ideal internship candidates will be full-time undergraduate college Juniors or Seniors, with the ability to perform at a professional level. Preference for Risk Management majors; Finance or equivalent majors accepted as well.
TOTAL REWARDS:
Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and paid time off plans. Additional details about our total rewards package will be provided during the recruiting process.
The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.
PAY RANGE:
USD $22.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.
Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual’s unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences – and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success. Building a highly engaged team is one of our core strategic imperatives, which we believe is enhanced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We expect and encourage all employees and all of our business partners to embrace, practice, and monitor the attitudes, values, and goals of acceptance; address biases; and foster diversity of viewpoints and opinions.
About us:
At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness.
Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2025 and certification as a Great Place to Work® in 2025 for the sixth consecutive year.
Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.
Overview:
Calling all college students! Planning to intern during the summer of 2027? Kick-off your career at Selective Insurance by joining our award-winning Ignite Internship program at our regional office in Dresher, PA or Scottsdale, AZ.
The Ignite Internship Program is an 11-week, full-time experience that offers a sneak peek into the world of insurance. Level up your skills and knowledge by diving into your business area of choice. Throughout the program, you’ll get a feel for the corporate environment with on-the-job assignments, team projects, exposure to senior leadership & executives, and even a community volunteer day. All of this and more will help you build meaningful relationships throughout the organization.
Come and make summer 2027 one to remember with Selective!
As a MUSIC Intern, you’ll have an opportunity to learn all about Mesa Underwriters Specialty Insurance Company (MUSIC), a trusted Selective Insurance Excess & Surplus affiliate. This internship offers hands-on exposure to a dynamic and specialized area of the insurance industry, where you will play an active role in supporting business initiatives while building valuable industry knowledge, professional connections, and practical experience. Please note, this is a hybrid position, therefore, applicants must be within commuting distance of our location in Dresher, PA or Scottsdale, AZ.
Responsibilities:
- Contribute to meaningful business projects that support MUSIC’s growth, profitability, and operational goals.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to solve real business challenges and contribute fresh ideas that can make a difference, like AI integration and process improvement.
- Gain firsthand exposure to the foundations of underwriting while gaining a deeper understanding of an insurance carrier’s business operations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge and Requirements:
- Must be a current college student to qualify.
- Demonstrate an interest in learning about the insurance industry, specifically within excess and surplus.
- Experience with Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint is required.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to communicate professionally and work part of a team.
- College credit can be earned depending on your institution’s requirements.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma required. Ideal internship candidates will be full-time undergraduate college Juniors or Seniors, with the ability to perform at a professional level. Preference for Risk Management majors; Finance or equivalent majors accepted as well.
TOTAL REWARDS:
Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and paid time off plans. Additional details about our total rewards package will be provided during the recruiting process.
The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.
PAY RANGE:
USD $22.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.
Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual’s unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences – and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success. Building a highly engaged team is one of our core strategic imperatives, which we believe is enhanced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We expect and encourage all employees and all of our business partners to embrace, practice, and monitor the attitudes, values, and goals of acceptance; address biases; and foster diversity of viewpoints and opinions.
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Get Access To All JobsMusic Director CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Music Director job qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the duties connect directly to your enrolled degree program. A Music Director role must involve skills your curriculum explicitly covers, such as conducting technique, ensemble administration, music education, or arts management. Your DSO will evaluate the job description against your program requirements, so having a detailed offer letter that describes rehearsal leadership, programming decisions, or educational outreach is essential before submitting a CPT request.
Can I work as a Music Director at multiple organizations on one CPT authorization?
No. Each CPT authorization covers one specific employer and one defined work period. If you want to direct a youth symphony and simultaneously assist at a conservatory, you need a separate CPT authorization for each employer, each of which your DSO must approve independently. Working at an employer not listed on your CPT authorization violates your F-1 status, so confirm every engagement before it begins.
How do I find Music Director positions where employers already understand CPT?
Migrate Mate lets you search Music Director openings filtered by employers with documented visa filing history, so you can prioritize organizations that have worked with international hires before. Arts organizations affiliated with universities, conservatories, or professional associations are also more likely to have HR staff familiar with CPT documentation requirements and DSO authorization letters.
What happens to my F-1 status if my Music Director CPT job ends early?
If the CPT engagement ends before the authorized end date, you must stop working immediately and notify your DSO so they can update your I-20. You don't lose F-1 status simply because the job ended early, but continuing to work past the termination date without updated authorization is an unauthorized employment violation. Always get any contract extension reflected in a new or amended CPT authorization before resuming work.
Does CPT experience as a Music Director count toward OPT eligibility later?
Part-time CPT, regardless of how many semesters you use it, does not affect your OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more does eliminate OPT eligibility entirely, per USCIS regulations. If your Music Director role is a substantial, year-round full-time commitment, discuss the cumulative hours with your DSO before authorizing full-time status to protect your post-graduation OPT option.