PRG is the world’s leading provider of services and solutions in entertainment and live events. Every day, we turn the creative vision of our customers into production and technical reality, deepening their connection to their audiences.
What sets us apart are our people. No other company in our industry has such a deep and diverse bench of talent, working across theatre, TV, film, music, corporate events, equipment rental and more. With over 250 patents and registered trademarks, PRG is defined by innovation. And through our network of 38 offices spanning five continents, we can deliver for our customers anywhere around the globe.
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 yet flexible 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 to late May- Beg/Mid-August (*dates may vary)
Each Rotational Scenic intern will:
Rotate through the various departments on the shop floor (steel fabrication, carpentry, machine shop, art, and logistics).
After period of department rotations, the intern may specialize in one of these departments and work with them for a more extended period.
Get hands-on experience in the technical aspects and business aspects of our business.
Shadow PRG staff and perform work in every area of your discipline.
Learn how our operations managers and supervisors manage the workflow, receive an in-depth understanding of each worker’s responsibilities.
Participate in regular 1-on-1 meetings with their department supervisor and the production manager, and regular check-ins with the Intern Coordinator.
*Intern may have option work at show site where PRG has installations such as live television, trade shows, corporate events and film productions (*not guaranteed)
We are looking for applicants who are/have:
Prior experience and general knowledge in areas which include scenic steel fabrication, carpentry, machine shop, art, and logistics
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
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