Intern, Production and Operation at CJ ENM USA, INC.

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

18.42

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Preparation, Hospitality Management, Safety Measures, Logistics, Crowd Control, Vendor Communication, Record Keeping, Invoicing, Expense Tracking, Business Development, Microsoft Suite, Google Sheets, Multitasking, Prioritization, Self-Starter, Communication Skills

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Position Title: Production and Operation Intern FLSA: Nonexempt/ Part-Time Location: Los Angeles, CA (on-site) Rate: $18.42/hourly Duration: 6/8/2026 – 8/21/2026 Company Overview: CJ ENM (Entertainment & Media) is the leader in entertainment and commerce in Asia and the #1 premium content powerhouse in Korea, with a growing global footprint. CJ ENM operates businesses across multiple sectors of entertainment, including content, music and live experiences with key business segments in Media Platform (linear channels & OTT platform “TVING"), TV & Film (premium production studios in Studio Dragon, CJ ENM Studios, & FIFTH SEASON), music (original artists, content, distribution platforms, and live event), and commerce. CJ ENM also operates KCON, the largest Korean pop culture fan convention and concert series, which launched in LA as a one-day event in 2012 and has exponentially scaled over a decade to become a global event that has expanded from Los Angeles to New York and across the world to destinations like Japan, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh and Paris. CJ ENM has played a key role in not only leading Korea’s culture and content in entertainment for the past 25 years, but also continues to grow the expansion of Korean entertainment globally. Position Overview: CJ ENM America is currently seeking enthusiastic and driven interns to join the Music Business team for Summer 2026 focused on (but not limited to) KCON LA, the world’s largest K-pop Fan and Artist Festival. This paid, part-time internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in convention production and operations. As an intern, you will work closely with the team to support a range of tasks including event preparation, hospitality management, safety measures, and logistics, providing invaluable exposure to the fast-paced event production environment. This is a paid part time internship up to 30 hours max per week that is located in-office in Culver City (no hybrid or remote). Responsibilities: * Assist in executing essential operational tasks for upcoming events, including supporting hospitality, catering, staffing, security, vendor communication, and safety protocols. * Help implement and monitor safety protocols, crowd control measures, and assist in ingress/egress flow as outlined by the Music Business team. * Contribute to the production process, including supporting lighting, audio-visual setups, electricity, signages, displays, and wooden fabrication for events. * Support event logistics, including maintaining detailed records (via Excel, Google Sheets), processing invoices, and tracking event-related expenses. * Assist in the execution of onsite production and operational tasks during event setup and execution. * Collaborate with the team on business development ideation, brainstorming new event concepts, opportunities, and strategies to expand CJ ENM USA’s brand and presence within the industry. * Take on additional projects and tasks as assigned by the Music Business team. Experience & Skills: * Must be currently enrolled in a college/university with at least one active class during the semester/quarter prior to the internship, OR a recent graduate (within the last six months). * Must be at least 18 years of age. * Must have unrestricted work authorization. * Fluency in English (reading, writing, and speaking) is a must. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Proficiency in basic computer skills (Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Google, Dropbox, Adobe, etc.). * Ability to work under tight deadlines while paying attention to important details. * Strong multitasking abilities, with the capability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects. * Ability to thrive in high-stress, high-volume situations while maintaining organization and focus. * Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, and strong motivation. * Passionate about K-pop and Korean entertainment, with strong interest in the industry is highly preferred. * Prior Entertainment (concerts, conventions, music, film, or agencies) experience is highly preferred. * Prior Production & Operation (internships, clubs, or volunteer work) experience is highly preferred. * Fluency in Korean is not a requirement, but a plus.

Responsibilities

Interns will assist in executing essential operational tasks for upcoming events, including supporting hospitality, catering, staffing, security, vendor communication, and safety protocols. They will also contribute to the production process by supporting setups like lighting, audio-visual, and fabrication, while maintaining detailed records for logistics.