NATS Intern Program

The NATS Intern Program is our preeminent professional development program for early-career voice teachers and collaborative pianists. NATS independent studio teachers, academic teachers, and collaborative pianists with less than 5 years of (full-time) teaching experience are encouraged to apply. 

Dates and Details

Application Opens: October 15, 2026
Dates: May 18-28, 2027
Location: Oklahoma City University, OK
Director of the NATS Intern Program: Alexis Davis-Hazell, NATS Past President
Local Coordinator: Kevin Wilson, NATS VP of Programs
Application Deadline: Dec. 15, 2026 by midnight
Applicants will receive notification of acceptance by Feb. 1, 2027

About the NATS Intern Program 

The NATS Intern Program is a highly immersive experience pairing early-career voice teachers and collaborative pianists with master teachers for intensive mentoring and professional growth. 

Voice interns teach students, participate in master classes, and receive daily feedback from master teachers. Collaborative piano interns coach singers, accompany lessons, and train under the guidance of master teachers. All interns engage in educational sessions, master classes, and special lectures led by distinguished faculty and guests. 

Tuition, housing, meal subsidies, and a small travel stipend are provided through NATS and the NATS Endowment. Participants may seek additional financial assistance from their NATS region as well as from their institutions of employment, if applicable. 

This program is open to academic instructors and independent studio teachers. NATS encourages and welcomes teachers specializing in varied musical styles. 

2027 Faculty: Master Teachers 

David Sabella | Ibero-American, Eastern Region 

Ollie Watts Davis | Central Illinois, Central Region 

John Nix | South Texas, Texoma Region 

Lyndia Johnson | Los Angeles, Cal-Western Region 

Rosalyn Floyd | Georgia, Southeastern Region 

Program Qualifications: 

• NATS member, in good standing. (Non-members may apply with the understanding that all interns who are chosen will be required to join NATS.) 
• Early career teacher: less than 5 years of full time teaching or the part-time equivalent. (Working as a graduate teaching assistant does not count toward the 5-year limit.)
• Master's degree or higher, OR commensurate experience is required. 

Application Requirements: 

• $45 non-refundable submission fee
• Completed application form
• 150-200 word biography
• 300-word Statement of Interest 
• Resume/ Curriculum Vitae (PDF only). Please make sure this includes information on your experience in teaching and types of repertoire taught. This should be more than just your performance resume.  
• High-Resolution Headshot. Please upload a JPEG only labeled with your name. 
• Recordings:
  • Performances: 2 video recordings of recent performances, demonstrating contrasting styles and genre interests 
  • Teaching: 1 video recording of a 15-minute sample voice lesson. Description of video should include length of study with student and lesson objective. 

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