Summer 2026 Events Intern (Paid)

Country Music Foundation • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The goal of this internship is to familiarize the intern with various aspects of events administration. The intern will rotate throughout the Events and Culinary department shadowing and learning the different aspects of each area: from entering and maintaining event information in CRM software to planning and managing internal events. The ideal candidate is an outgoing, motivated individual who is always looking to learn and take initiative in completing tasks—a service-oriented person with a willingness to help others. They will be detail-oriented and possess a can-do attitude.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled, credit-seeking, and/or degree-seeking undergraduate or graduate student
• Some internship hours may be before or after the regular Museum hours of 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CT
• Lift 25 lbs. or less

Nice To Haves

• Junior or senior level college student
• Events, hospitality, music business and management majors preferred
• Ability to multitask and problem solve
• Upbeat, energetic, and flexible
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Shadow at events before, during, and after Museum hours
• Attend weekly Events department meetings to learn the skills needed to communicate the execution of events to other Museum departments
• Shadow sales and service managers during client site visits to learn skills used in selling the Museum’s spaces and services
• Assist with administrative and clerical duties, including data entry, preparation of contracts, billing, compiling weekly event reports, and other various projects

Benefits

• The hourly rate for this position is $15/hr. for students pursuing a bachelor's degree; $18/hr. for students pursuing a master's degree or higher
• Free 24/7 downtown parking or WeGo bus pass
• Complimentary admission to the Museum for yourself
• Two complimentary Museum admission passes for friends and family use
• Free guided tour of Hatch Show Print, Historic RCA Studio B, and the Museum’s galleries
• Discounts at Museum stores and restaurants
• Free or discounted entry to local venues including: National Museum of African American Music, the Opry, Ryman Auditorium, and more!
• Fun, friendly, and supportive learning environment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees