College Program Event Staff - Music City Grand Prix, 2026 Season

Penske Entertainment • Nashville, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a College Program Event Staff, you will have the opportunity to gain insight into the inner workings of large-scale events by participating in hands-on work experience. Students will have the chance to contribute to the grassroots marketing and promotion efforts, event execution, and assist with the planning and implementation of a racing event, all while representing the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix. In this role, you’ll be an important part of delivering top-tier experiences to fans, partners, and teams across the motorsports world. You’ll take ownership of key responsibilities, collaborate across departments, and bring energy and innovation to a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Previous event experience (preferred)
• Passionate about sports, motorsports, and/or sports marketing
• Flexible, adaptable, and punctual
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Innovative thinker and self-starter
• High integrity and confidentiality
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A proactive, flexible mindset and commitment to excellence
• Alignment with Penske Entertainment’s core values and standards
• High school graduate or Equivalent
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
• Must be located in Nashville, TN or the surrounding area
• Travel to and from local communities for promotions and engagement as well as to and from Nashville Superspeedway
• Must be available for the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix race weekend (July 17-19)
• Optional opportunity to support promotional events, March – July if you are selected for the College Program
• Extended hours required during race weekend and key event periods, must be able to work overtime as needed
• Ability to lift to 40 lbs.
• Extended periods of standing or walking (as needed)
• Comfort working indoors/outdoors and around event noise

Responsibilities

• Engage fans at promotional and racing events throughout Middle Tennessee
• Manage displays and collateral at events
• Assisting with event set-up and tear down
• Assist with planning and execution of at-track activations, such as autograph sessions
• Engage with clients in premium spaces to create a welcoming environment
• Execute, distribute, and educate customers about the Nashville Event Management liability releases and credentials
• Welcome guests into the facility at the exterior gates
• Assist guests with questions, directions, or other guest needs
• Develop and maintain outstanding working relationships with coworkers, guests, and supervisors
• Develop and maintain knowledge of the INDYCAR brand and various athletes
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Benefits

• Opportunity to serve as ambassadors for INDYCAR and the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix
• Hourly pay to compensate for hours worked
• Opportunity to create professional connections with Nashville businesses and community leaders

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED