Stratus Internship Program

At Stratus Firm, the internship program offers a hands-on opportunity to dive into real event production work with a dynamic, full-service team. Interns gain meaningful experience supporting event strategy, planning, logistics, and execution—not just observational tasks. You’ll collaborate with seasoned producers, marketing experts, and operational leaders on high-profile, production-heavy events that span multi-day summits, galas, conferences, and broadcast experiences.

Our internships are designed to be immersive and challenging, giving you room to grow, contribute, and take ownership of tasks that matter. Whether you’re assisting with event documents, conducting research, supporting on-site coordination, or helping with marketing and communications, you’ll be part of an energetic team where creativity, collaboration, and excellence are expected every day.

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Not Your Typical Internship

At Stratus, interns don’t sit on the sidelines – they’re part of the production.

From early call times to final cues, they’re onsite supporting the details, navigating the pace, and learning what it takes to deliver a high-impact event. It’s fast-moving, detail-driven, and built on collaboration—where preparation meets execution and every role matters.

This is what a day in the life really looks like.

Who You Are

You’re a motivated self-starter with a passion for events, storytelling, design, production, or communications. You thrive in fast-paced environments, adapt quickly to new challenges, and bring curiosity and attention to detail to everything you do. Whether you’re studying marketing, business, PR, design, or event management, you’re eager to learn and ready to contribute from day one.

Who You’ll Work With

As an intern at Stratus Firm, you’ll collaborate directly with experienced producers and project managers who lead dynamic event planning and execution. You’ll also work alongside creative, technical, and operational professionals who value teamwork and mentorship—creating a supportive environment where questions are encouraged, and ideas are heard.

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What You’ll Work On

You’ll support a range of event production activities, including drafting timelines, creating contact lists, researching venues, maintaining vendor databases, and assisting with on-site event logistics. Interns also contribute to marketing and business development efforts—such as drafting outreach emails, writing social content, and creating digital and print materials—giving you exposure to both creative and operational sides of event work.

What You’ll Gain

This internship provides real-world experience in full-cycle event production. You’ll walk away with practical skills in project coordination, communication, problem-solving, and event technology, as well as a deeper understanding of how high-impact events come together behind the scenes. Above all, you’ll build confidence and industry insights that can shape your future career path.

How to Apply

To apply, send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected] outlining your interests, skills, and what you hope to gain from the internship experience. Stratus Firm welcomes applicants who are eager to grow and excited to contribute meaningfully to real event productions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The Stratus Internship Program is a paid opportunity designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience in event production and related disciplines.

Internships typically require a consistent weekly commitment during business hours, with occasional flexibility needed to support live events, deadlines, or on-site production days. The minimum required hours are 24, and the maximum hours completed per week are 35.

The Stratus internship is primarily in-person to ensure interns gain real-world, hands-on production experience, with limited flexibility depending on project needs.

Yes. Interns support real client projects and may assist with on-site event execution, gaining firsthand exposure to how complex, high-profile events are produced.

We look for interns who are curious, reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment are essential.