2027 TFC Summer Internship - Audio Visual Production
About Us
The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, The Freeman Company's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 99-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
TFC Summer Internship Experience - May 24th to July 30th
Are you a student interested in audio, video, lighting, live production, or event technology and curious about what happens behind the scenes to bring a live event to life? Join Freeman for a 10-week summer internship experience where you'll gain hands-on exposure to the live events industry. You'll contribute to real projects, learn alongside industry professionals, build your network, and participate in professional development throughout the summer. As an intern within Audio Visual Production (AVP), you'll work alongside Freeman's production and operations teams to learn how technology, people, and planning come together to deliver live experiences for our customers.
Depending on your role, you may support:
- Business Operations: Support rigging, production planning, and event implementation
- Labor Relations: Learn how union labor is planned, scheduled, and coordinated for live events
- Operations Enablement: Support internal AV programs, processes, and initiatives that help production teams deliver successful events
This position will support Audio Visual Productions teams. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show-site based out of:
- Chicago, IL
- Dallas, TX
- Las Vegas, NV
- Orlando, FL
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
A Day in the Life in AVP
- Gain exposure to audio, video, lighting, and event technology
- Support equipment preparation, setup, testing, and show-site execution
- Assist production teams with technical planning, documentation, and event coordination
- Work alongside AV professionals to determine, plan, and schedule labor calls and resources for show site labor needs
- See how technology and production transform creative concepts into live experiences
Education & Experience
What We're Looking For
- We're looking for students who are excited by technology, enjoy hands-on environments, and want to explore a career in live event production. Ideal candidates are:
- Completing their college degree or program between December 2027 and May 2028
- Preferred majors in Audio Production, Live Event Production, Theatre/Theatre Technology, Entertainment Technology, or related programs
- Passionate about audio, video, lighting, event technology, or creative production
- Strong collaborators who bring problem-solving, adaptability, communication, and a willingness to learn
- Comfortable supporting live events that may occasionally require evening or weekend work; Able to travel to local event facilities as needed
What We Offer
Program Benefits
As part of the TFC Summer Internship Experience, interns receive:
- Hands-on experience supporting real business and event operations
- Exposure to multiple areas of the live events industry
- Professional development and learning experiences
- Opportunities to network with Freeman leaders and industry professionals
- Connection with a broader summer intern community
- Hourly Pay: $20
Diversity Commitment
At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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