Design & Construction Intern - Summer 2026 - Opry Entertainment Group at Ryman Hospitality Properties

Nashville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Project Management, Attention To Detail, Interpersonal Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Initiative, Teamwork, Microsoft Office Suite

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

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. Job 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. Qualifications Education • 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 Experience • 1+ years' relevant experience preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • 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

The intern will provide administrative support to the Design and Construction team, including organizing and maintaining project files, drawings, and reports, while also communicating and coordinating with outside contractors, engineers, and consultants. Responsibilities also involve gaining exposure to corporate operations by assisting in the field on capital projects and attending project meetings.