Design & Construction Intern - Summer 2026 - Opry Entertainment Group

Ryman Hospitality Properties•Nashville, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Design & Construction Intern with Opry Entertainment Group (OEG), you'll engage in experiential learning with capital construction projects that preserve and enhance our iconic venues. You'll gain hands-on experience with the organization and updating of construction documents, project files, and reports as well as attend site visits and weekly coordination meetings with outside contractors, engineers, and consultants. As the ideal candidate, you bring strong organizational skills and an interest in learning how iconic entertainment venues balance preservation with innovation to remain premier destinations. Our 12-week paid internship program offers current students hands-on experience in corporate and operations functions across our Nashville market. The program begins Monday, May 18th and will conclude Friday, August 7th. Interns will work up to 40 hours per week in office or venue settings. Applications must be received by Monday, March 2nd to be considered. To apply, complete your candidate profile through our careers portal and submit your resume, one-page cover letter, and current transcript. We recommend your cover letter explain how your education and experience relate to this internship and your academic or career goals. Please combine your resume, a one-page cover letter, and a copy of your current transcript into ONE PDF DOCUMENT and upload in the RESUME section of the application process. These are in-person positions based in Nashville, Tennessee. Remote work, relocation assistance, and visa sponsorship are not available. To be eligible, you must be a current student with reliable transportation and eligibility to work in the U.S. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including federally mandated E-Verify processes. Internships are temporary positions as designed with Ryman Hospitality Properties (RHP) and Opry Entertainment Group (OEG) and does not constitute a guarantee of employment for any specific duration. Your employment with the company is considered “at will” and can be terminated by you at any time. Ryman Hospitality Properties Inc. also reserves that same right. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Please do not call to inquire about your application status.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program studying Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field
1+ years’ completed coursework in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field
1+ years' relevant experience preferred
Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Able to take initiative on individual tasks while working collaboratively with a team
Positive, proactive, and eager to learn, with the ability to think on your feet and handle new challenges
Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the Design and Construction team.
Communicate and coordinate with outside contractors, engineers, and consultants.
Organize and maintain project files, drawings, and reports.
Provide assistance in the field on capital projects working directly with the contractors and subcontractors.
Interact and coordinate specific assignments with inter-company departments at the corporate level.
Gain exposure to corporate operations related to managing construction projects that support various operating divisions of OEG including the Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium, Ole Reds, Category 10s, ACL Live, The W Hotel Austin, multiple theaters, etc.
Provide administrative support with electronic filing of documents.
Attend project meetings to learn about coordination efforts on capital projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Regular and reliable attendance is an expectation of this job.