Summer Intern- Shop Operations (Rotational)

Overview

PRG is the world’s leading technology provider within the entertainment and events industry. Our mission is to bring together the power of our people with our production and rental expertise to deliver unforgettable events.   PRG has the largest inventory of production equipment for hire and offers a complete 360-degree range of services to clients within the live events industry. These include music touring and festivals, TV & Film, Theatre, Sports and E-sports and Corporate live events. Our clients and partners rely on PRG’s innovation, experience and in-depth expertise in video, lighting, rigging, staging, virtual productions, and set & automation systems to bring their creative visions to life. With 38 offices located in North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia, PRG offers the ability to provide services worldwide by collaborating with our local partners.

Responsibilities

Paid Internships at Production Resource Group are educational work experiences for individuals who wish to explore a career with PRG and/or develop hands-on knowledge and skill in the business of entertainment technology. PRG provides structured programs where interns rotate through the various functions of a particular discipline, giving them a comprehensive overview of the different aspects of the field. 

  

The internship program is 12 weeks. The Summer Program runs approximately mid-May to mid-August, specific dates vary.  

  

Each Shop Operations Rotational Intern will: 

• Gain hands-on experience in the technical and operational aspects of our business. 

• Rotate throughout the departments for cross training requirements of the branch to gain experience in several departments and various equipment. Departments may include: Lighting, LED, Audio, Video, Monitors, Screens, Projection, Inbound, Outbound etc., depending on the location.   

• Learn how our operations managers and supervisors manage the workflow,  

• Receive an in-depth understanding of responsibilities throughout the shop based upon position 

•  Gain knowledge of production equipment through processes such as check in/out, prepping, kitting, and organizing equipment  

• Participate in projects which may include physical inventory, rack builds, and other client specific requests. 

• If business operations allow, Interns may have the opportunity to work on show site where PRG has installations such as, trade shows, corporate events and film productions.  

Qualifications

• Must be attentive and willing to learn new skills and processes above and beyond their area of expertise. 

• Strong communication skills, motivated and punctual. 

• Previous knowledge, training, schooling, or experience in: Audio, Lighting, A/V, Video, LED, Rigging, Media Servers, or other entertainment fields of expertise Is preferred. 

• Ability to work in emails, computers is a must 

• May perform other incidental tasks, as needed. 

• All applicants must be eligible to work in the country where the internship is located. 

• For internships in the US, students must pass a drug test prior to employment. 

 

 

We are looking for applicants who match ANY of the following:  

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or higher-level degree program in theatre or entertainment 

• Have experience with technology specializing in any of our disciplines or a complementary field 

• Have received an appropriate degree within the past two years 

• Have appropriate background in the entertainment technology industry 

  

Physical demands 

• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time 

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs 
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects

EEO and Disclosure

 

 

 

PRG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PRG is a drug-free work environment, pre-employment testing will be required.

This is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug screening.

 

Production Resource Group LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

 

PRG cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. PRG does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. PRG will never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email. PRG will never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to an in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. For information on job scams, visit, https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.