This Summer Do Something Special
Pearl is a world-wide leader in drum and percussion instrument manufacturing. Our internship program provides a wide range of opportunities for students to gain insight into the marketing and distribution of percussion instruments in the U.S. Intern placement is within Pearl’s Marketing department with emphasis placed on Drumset, Marching Percussion, Concert Percussion and Hand Percussion product lines. Each summer a limited number of places for internships are available.
To take part in the program, we look for the following minimum eligibility criteria:
- Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program at a college or university both at the time of application and during the internship
- Preferred fields of study but not limited to: Marketing, Advertising, Music Business, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Media
- A minimum of 20 years of age
- Relocate to Nashville, TN for the term of the internship
- This is an unpaid internship
Internship Application Dates
To be considered for a Fall '09/Spring '10 Internship, applications are currently being accepted. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to MKT@pearldrums.com. To learn more send your inquires to MKT@pearldrums.com.
Dan Twiford
Eastern Kentucky University
My experience as a Pearl Summer Intern has left me with nothing but good things to say. I worked hand in hand with the Marketing Staff in the areas of Combo and Pearl Percussion for nine weeks. I had on-going long term projects and different short term projects each week that provided a great deal of variety over the course of the summer. The work environment is relaxed and friendly; always someone willing to answer your questions or lend a hand. They really are the best in the industry and it was a great pleasure to work side by side with the people who have led Pearl to having such a great reputation, and such great products. Pearl’s success is no accident. If you would like to learn why and spend a summer with very talented, intelligent, hard-working people – who are great “people” too – then I recommend this internship for you. I have no regrets and would do it all over again if I had the chance. Thanks for the opportunity!
Kevin Geis
University of Alabama Huntsville
This summer, I was the intern in the Education /Concert department at Pearl. Through my experience at Pearl, I gained a greater understanding and appreciation of what it takes to provide a truly great product. From day one, I was welcomed into the company. Everyone was very helpful, and always took time to answer any questions I had, or help me with a task. The people at Pearl work together in a relaxed and comfortable, yet professional, environment. In the Education/Concert area, I learned a great deal about concert and front ensemble equipment, as well as how Pearl produces its line of flutes! Having spent a large part of my life in drum corps, it was a wonderful experience to be part of Pearl during the DCI season. There is so much that goes into getting drums to the corps, and corps on the field; and Pearl provided me with the opportunity to not only see how the process works, but be a crucial part of it. I found out what it takes to plan and produce many events throughout the summer, including a DCI show, and a dealer party. My experience at Pearl has been amazing, and will prepare me for success as I complete my education and pursue a career.
2008 Interns
Stephanie West
University of Texas San Antonio
My name is Stephanie West and I am a student at the University of Texas San Antonio, pursuing a degree in Music Marketing. This past summer was I accepted into Pearl’s intern program. The internship gave me insight into the way the company is run. I worked with so many people whom teach a variety of subjects, topics, and techniques that can be used through out the rest of your life. I became even more comfortable with excel and was able to go “behind-the-scenes” of the drum corps world. I also gained more knowledgeable in the Latin percussion area. Everyday was something new and everyday I was excited about going into work.
Patrick Leeson
Middle Tennessee State University
The two months of summer 2008 I spent at Pearl Corporation was a very rewarding experience. I felt very much at home and felt as if I was a co-worker. The best way to describe the people at Pearl is a family with a strong business and professional aspect. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. At any given morning, I would be greeted by at least fifteen people. If I had a problem, I could talk to whoever I needed to talk to and they gave me the attention I needed. It was a laid back, but very professional environment. People at Pearl come in to work and they get things done, but they all enjoy their jobs and enjoy their time there. I greatly appreciated this aspect of the company. The experience I received further opened my mind to the world of percussion. While my area was in drumset, I also appreciated working with the percussion aspect as well. The tasks I performed were very important to Pearl, its employees, and its rapid growth in the percussion industry. I only wish I could have spent longer than two months interning at Pearl. I will surely keep in contact with the great individuals there and would love to work there after I graduate. It was a very rewarding experience that I will remember for years to come in the start of my career in music business.