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Venue Nation Rotational Internship - New York



THE JOB



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, with varied hours every week up to 25 hours, in an office or venue setting that requires reliable transportation. The program will run May 26 th – August 16 th 2026 in 6 locations: New York City, Philadelphia, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, or San Diego.



WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO



Experiences could include, but are not limited to:

• Attend and Engage with Venue Nation professionals during weekly online seminars

• Complete weekly learning objectives and projects for each area of business

• Operations/Security: Greet guests, scan guest tickets upon entry to the venue, and assist guests with locating their seats

• Marketing: Assist with fan communication plans to ensure key information reaches guests before each event via email, social, website and app

• Ticketing: Facilitate night of show Will Call & Guest List Operations

• Fan & Artist Services: Research concepts for gifts, incentives and experiences for artist, fan, and employee engagement

• Premium Services: Assist with on-site premium seat programs and client services for a concert event

• Operations/Special Events: Assist in the setup and tear down of venue assets for events - Chairs, tables, tents, signage, etc

• F&B: Research concepts of new beverage and food products, genre specific planning, premium experiences

• Production: Observe a load-in or load-out for a concert event

• Merchandise: Prepare merchandise stand displays before the concert event and assist with inventory

• Operations: 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



Applicants should be interested in exploring behind the scenes career paths and willing to work in various departments within concert venue settings. We do not recommend this program for those aspiring to be recording artists, session musicians, performers, songwriters, record producers, photographers, or artist managers.



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 apply to the requisition posted for your specific location. Relocation or housing stipends are not provided.

• 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



HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.



Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms. Reference: ECNJOBID-104-22-24-139 in the application

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