Spring Internship - Degy Entertainment
REMOTE/VIRTUAL INTERNSHIP
Organization Description:
Degy Booking International, Inc. provides several music and entertainment related segments under
the brand of Degy Entertainment. The company is an international booking agency that is accountable for over 2,000 events that take place annually. Primary operations of work are provided for colleges, military, festivals, PAC, sports and corporate markets; while also representing nearly 50 acts and dance events. Degy Booking International is one of the largest talent agencies for national entertainers such as music artists, comedians, speakers, and celebrities.
Degy World:
Along with Degy Booking International, Degy Entertainment offers a new, innovative virtual platform known as Degy World. Degy World is an immersive virtual events platform and entertainment environment where clients can host conventions, corporate meetings, live concerts, symposiums, and much more! It has over 50+ buildings, rooms and locations including expo halls, conference rooms, stages, auditoriums, offices, and more. As you enter Degy World, individuals create a personalized avatar in which they can speak, message, and interact with others inside the world in real time. This immersive virtual event platform is where both business endeavors and entertainment events can take place to imitate real life as if one was actually there!
This program is designed to provide a well-rounded experience for participants looking to gain experience in live events. This program will offer an opportunity to engage in multiple aspects including:
Event Staffing & Administration
Stage Management & Artist Relations
Web Development
Technical Support
Event Marketing & Publicity
Graphic Design & Social Media
Hospitality & Customer Service
Market Research
Qualifications:
- Confident and dynamic individuals whose passion not only spans for music and entertainment but for business and/or technology.
- Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Be customer service oriented and comfortable talking with potential or existing clients
- Possess strong research, writing and organizational skills
- Able to understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality
- Must be dependable, punctual and resourceful
- Must have a reliable internet connection, have strong familiarity with social media platforms and be willing to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment
- Must have a positive attitude and be excited to learn while obtaining a professional demeanor
Wage/Salary:
- Internship is unpaid, but Degy will help students receive college credit (if applicable).
Days/Hours Per Week:
- The internship program lasts for 13 weeks, and applicant MUST be committed to work a minimum of 10 hours and at least 3 days a week but are highly encouraged to put in as much extra time as possible in order to be proficient in the virtual platform. Time requirements are flexible based on student’s schedule or outside work responsibilities. This will be discussed during interview and hiring process.
Deadline and How to Apply:
- Applications may submit at any time for consideration for the next or upcoming session. Start date is negotiable based on individual’s schedule and desires. Now accepting applications for 2020-2021.
- To apply, please forward resumes and cover letters, the session applying for, and number of days/hours you are able to intern (along with external commitments) via email to jessica@degy.com (Subject: Degy Internship Program).
- Application Deadline: January 22, 2021
- Date of Program: February 1, 2021 – May 21, 2021
- *Reminder: Applications are rolling, however if you apply after the proposed deadline, you may be considered for the next internship session*
Degy Booking International Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, or any other protected group status as defined by the laws.