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 or learn more, please send a resume and cover letter to MKT@pearldrums.com. 

DEADLINE IS APRIL 9th, 2011...

2010 Interns

Charles Lovell
University of Kansas

I could not have asked for a better experience than the 8 weeks I spent at Pearl. During my internship I received a well-rounded view of how the company operates. I was treated like a real employee and completed tasks that gave me insight into what a career in the musical instrument business entails. As well as completing daily tasks on the marketing side, I spent some time job shadowing employees in finance, sales and customer service. The Pearl Family was genuinely interested in making sure I received the best education possible during my internship. I had exposure to all product areas including: drum set, marching, Adams/Concert Percussion, Pearl Percussion and even Pearl Flutes! I had a great experience seeing a behind the scenes view of DCI, industry event shows, and the musical instrument business. I highly recommend this internship to anyone in Music Business who is looking for a summer worth remembering!

Brian Isaac
Oklahoma State University

My experience as one of Pearl’s 2010 summer interns far exceeded my expectations and left me with only positive things to say! On my first day, I was welcomed into such a great environment, comfortable yet extremely efficient. The friendly staff helped me to become oriented with everything in a matter of a few days, and I was pleasantly surprised to discover that everyone I would work with at Pearl was either a drummer or musician of some kind, regardless of what position they held in the company. I was given the opportunity to work very closely with various product managers, completing small tasks as well as larger, long-term projects throughout the summer. It was very rewarding to be able to assist in the “behind-the-scenes” processes of Pearl’s online media, drumset and percussion marketing, and the Drum Corps International 2010 summer season. I loved working for Pearl and it was a priceless experience that will help greatly in the start of my career in the music business!  Thanks Pearl!

2009 Interns

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!
** Pearl Corporation welcomed Dan Twiford to the Marketing Department as a full-time employee on 7.6.10

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