About the position
The Venue Nation Rotational Internship is a 12-week program designed to provide hands-on learning experiences for those who are interested in careers in the live entertainment industry. Each week will focus on a different area of business including venue operations, security, marketing, ticketing and upsells, fan and artist services, production, merchandise, premium services, special events, and food and beverage. While exploring these areas of business, interns will learn from Venue Nation professionals by a combination of shadowing and working experiences within Live Nation venues. This is a paid, part-time position, up to 25 hours per week, in an office or venue setting that requires reliable transportation. The program will run June - August 2025 in 6 locations: New York City, Philadelphia, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, or San Diego.
Responsibilities
- Attend and Engage with Venue Nation professionals during weekly online seminars
- Complete weekly learning objectives for each area of business
- Greet guests, scan guest tickets upon entry to the venue, and assist guests with locating their seats
- Assist with fan communication plans to ensure key information reaches guests before each event via email, social, website and app
- Facilitate night of show Will Call & Guest List Operations
- Research concepts for gifts, incentives and experiences for artist, fan, and employee engagement
- Assist with on-site premium seat programs and client services for a concert event
- Assist in the setup and tear down of venue assets for events - Chairs, tables, tents, signage, etc
- Research concepts of new beverage and food products, genre specific planning, premium experiences
- Observe a load-in or load-out for a concert event
- Prepare merchandise stand displays before the concert event and assist with inventory
- Participate in the venue's sustainability program which could include implementing programs that conserve resources/prevent waste, such as sorting waste, collecting recycling, and educating our fans about our efforts
Requirements
- Passionate about live music and the music industry
- Previous experience preferred (school, internship, or professional); however, applicants are not required to be in school to be considered for the program
- Located in New York City, Philadelphia, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, or San Diego (please specify location in cover letter/resume)
- Creative thinker and problem solver
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- A strong sense of teamwork and ability to execute programs
- Fast learner with a strong work ethic and a high sense of responsibility in an ever-changing environment
- Willing to work in various departments contained within concert venue settings
- Position requires standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting and carrying 25+ lbs. and occasional sitting in both indoor and outdoor environments
- Reliable transportation to concert venues throughout the position location's city
- Available to work 20-25 hours per week
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Hands-on learning experiences in the live entertainment industry
