Work Study Applicants

Counselor Worker Applicants

Counselor Workers (CWs) are responsible for the supervision of minors, campus upkeep, and assisting in day-to-day camp management. CW positions include cabin, librarian, breakfast set-up, and driving CWs. CWs are enthusiastic about chamber music and Apple Hill’s mission, and enjoy helping out.

Eligibility: CWs are over the age of 18 and have participated in an Apple Hill session previously.

Compensation: In exchange for their work, CWs receive a full scholarship to cover room, board, and tuition for two coached groups. CWs can be compensated for travel expenses up to $300. This applies to expenses such as train/plane/bus tickets; we can’t reimburse gas/mileage.

To Apply: A complete CW application includes an online application form (please use the same form as other participants), a $80 application fee ($25 for applications received by December 14, 2026), and new placement recordings. Please make a note in the comments section of the application indicating your interest in a CW position.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2027

Session Dates for CWs: CWs need to be at Apple Hill for the full duration of the dates listed below.

Session I: Monday, June 14 -Wednesday, June 30
Session II: Monday, June 28 – Wednesday, July 14
Session III: Monday, July 12- Wednesday, July 28
Session IV: Monday, July 26- Wednesday, August 11
Session V: Monday, August 9-Thursday, August 26

Camp Director Applicants

Camp Directors (CDs) are responsible for day-to-day camp management, leading and organizing activities, managing CWs, campus upkeep, and the supervision of minors. CDs are enthusiastic about chamber music and Apple Hill’s mission.

Eligibility: CDs are over age 21 and have at least two summers’ experience as a CW at Apple Hill.

Compensation: In exchange for their work, CDs receive a full scholarship for room, board, and tuition for one coached group, plus a paid stipend. Travel expenses are not covered.

To Apply: A complete CD application includes an online application form (please use the same form as other participants), an $80 application fee ($25 for applications received by December 14, 2026), and new placement recordings. Please make a note in the comments section of the application indicating your interest in a CD position.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2027

Session Dates for CDs: CDs need to be at Apple Hill for the full duration of the dates listed below.

Teaching Assistant (TA) Applicants

TAs assist other students in learning their individual parts. TAs will report to the Session Music Director (MD).

Eligibility: TAs are returning participants over the age of 21 who are experienced performers and music teachers.

Compensation: In exchange for their work, TAs receive a full scholarship to cover room, board, and tuition for two coached groups. TAs can be compensated for travel expenses up to $300. This applies to expenses such as train/plane/bus tickets; we can’t reimburse gas/mileage.

To Apply: A complete TA application includes an online application form (please use the same form as other participants), an $80 application fee ($25 for applicants applying before December 14, 2026), and a new placement recording. Please make a note in the comments section of the application indicating your interest in a TA position.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2027

Session Dates for TAs: TAs need to be at Apple Hill for the full duration of the dates listed below. TAs arrive the Thursday before the session begins and leave the final Sunday after the student concerts are complete.

Session I: Thursday, June 17-Sunday, June 27
Session II: Thursday, July 1-Sunday, July 11
Session III: Thursday, July 15-Sunday, July 25
Session IV: Thursday, July 29-Sunday, August 8
Session V: Thursday, August 12-Sunday, August 22

If you have additional questions, please click here for FAQs, or contact Amelia at (603) 847-3371 or via email.

Counselor Worker Applicants

Camp Director Applicants

Teaching Assistant (TA) Applicants

Summer Chamber Music Workshop Participants