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Events & Operations Intern - Summer 2026 - Ole… at Ryman… · Nashville
InternshipOn-siteFull-timeNashville, TN
Skills
event planningproject managementmicrosoft office suitecustomer serviceinterpersonal communicationteam collaborationattention to detailpositive attitudeinitiative
Job Description
Summary: Ryman Hospitality Properties is seeking an Operations Intern with Opry Entertainment Group to support daily operations and promotional events across their venues. The role involves hands-on experience in event planning, client coordination, and marketing activations while providing administrative support.
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
Required Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program studying Hospitality, Management, or related field
- 1+ years' completed coursework in Hospitality, Management, or related field
- 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
- Reliable transportation
- Eligibility to work in the U.S
- Successful completion of a background check, including federally mandated E-Verify processes
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in hospitality or customer service
Required Skills: Event planning, Project management
Important Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Customer service
Nice-to-Have Skills: Interpersonal communication, Team collaboration, Attention to detail, Positive attitude, Initiative
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer