OFFICE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Supporting innovative, creative, and successful lives in the performing arts
As a catalyst for entrepreneurial thought and action, we offer expert guidance, education programs, workshops and discussions, one-on-one career coaching, mentorship to student organizations, and are often involved in departmental collaborations.
- Take the Music Career Development course to prepare for a life in the arts
- Become an Innovator by studying for an Entrepreneurship Certificate
A student leadership team arranges well-advised lunches, networking events, peer support for projects, mini-conferences, coordination of the annual Innovation Competition, and more. Get to know the team >
CAREER ADVISING AVAILABLE TO ALL STUDENTS
Meet one-on-one with one of our professional advisors to discuss the music careers you’re interested in, prepare and optimize your resume and professional cover letter(s), and plan your career path. Becoming familiar with our services and resources substantially enhances your chances for a great next step into your career!
More information >
COMMUNTY IMPACT GRANTS
The Jacobs School of Music Community Impact Grants are designed to support innovative ideas in performance or research for musicians, scholars and dancers with projects that are collaborative in nature and embedded in the Bloomington community. The 2024-2025 have now been confirmed.
More information >
INNOVATION COMPETITION
The Jacobs School of Music’s Office of Entrepreneurship & Career Development is thrilled to announce the 2025 Innovation Competition, with a $6,000 Grand Prize for the competition winner and a $1,000 Second Place Prize. Additionally, all competition finalists will receive $250 to support their projects.
More information >
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Student Organizations play a significant role in the life of students in the Jacobs School of Music and range from chapters of national professional organizations to specialized performing ensembles. Resource links and policy documents can also be found here.
More information >
A comprehensive overview of our activities can be found here.