Events & Operations Intern - Summer 2026 - Category 10 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

Event Planning, Event Execution, Client Coordination, Marketing Activations, Administrative Duties, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Project Management, Attention To Detail, Microsoft Office Suite, Flexible Schedule, Shadowing

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

As an Operations Intern with Opry Entertainment Group (OEG), you'll engage in experiential learning by supporting the daily operations, promotional events, and special projects across our portfolio of venues. You'll provide hands-on support to live entertainment and hospitality operations, including event planning and execution, client coordination, marketing activations, and administrative duties. As the ideal candidate, you bring enthusiasm to learn, strong organizational skills, and a genuine passion for hospitality and live entertainment. 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 • Learn daily venue operations by shadowing multiple teams, including sales, private events, food & beverage, and retail. May be assigned related duties to support operations. • Support the sales and private events team in the planning and execution of private events and live concerts. Support client site visits and gain exposure to contracting processes. • Provide administrative and operational support for show and events. Assist with coordination from pre-planning through execution. • Assist with promotional and marketing activations by supporting in-house events and event production. • Attend department leadership and hospitality pre-shift meetings to learn about venue operations. • 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 Hospitality, Management, or related field • 1+ years’ completed coursework in Hospitality, Management, or related field Experience • Experience in hospitality or customer service 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 • Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays to experience full-cycle business operations

Responsibilities

The intern will support daily venue operations, promotional events, and special projects by shadowing teams like sales, private events, food & beverage, and retail. Responsibilities also include assisting with the planning and execution of private events and live concerts, client site visits, and administrative support.