Mathias Pearson studies cello at the Royal Conservatoire The Hague. He is taking the orchestra master's at Residentie Orkest, a collaboration between the conservatory and the orchestra that has been in place since 2010. This unique master's specialization is entirely devoted to gaining practical experience. The Residentie Orkest offers an average of ten internships per season. After a successful trial performance, students receive an internship contract to perform orchestral productions. They are all assisted by a mentor from within the orchestra.