Entertainment Industry Club

A cohort-based workforce development program designed to prepare young adults for careers in the entertainment trades.

Program Overview

Preparing youth for the future of entertainment and creative work

The Entertainment Industry Club: Live Touring Edition is a first-of-its-kind workforce development initiative designed to accelerate career pathways for young adults in the entertainment trades. As part of the 2026 R&B stadium tour, the program selects a small, carefully selected cohort of emerging professionals ages 21 to 25 from Detroit and Atlanta for a high intensity, hands on experience embedded within a live, traveling concert tour environment.

Interns gain real world experience across key areas including tour production, wardrobe, multimedia, and community experiences, working alongside industry professionals in fast paced, high demand environments. Participants complete a structured pre tour training focused on professional standards, safety, and role specific skills before joining the tour and contributing directly to rehearsals and live show execution.

This is a behind the scenes internship focused on live production and operations. It is not a performance or artist development opportunity. Physical labor, long hours, and adaptability are required. Applications open April 2026, with the program kicking off in May 2026.

Cohort Experience

How the cohort experience works

The Entertainment Industry Club operates through a cohort-based model, bringing together a select group of participants who move through the experience together.

Duration

Multi-week intensive program

Structure

Weekly sessions + hands-on production labs

Learning Model

Project-based, team-driven, and industry-informed

Final Outcome

Capstone project + public showcase

Participants don’t just learn about the industry, they actively create, collaborate, and execute in environments that mirror real-world production.

From Access to Career Innovation

What participants leave with

Participants leave the program with more than exposure—they leave with evidence of readiness:

A professional portfolio of completed work
A capstone project tied to real-world application
Industry-backed credentials and learning experiences
Direct access to industry professionals and networks
Pathways into internships, paid opportunities, and continued training

In Action

Program Gallery

Moments that reflect the energy, collaboration, and creativity of the experience.

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Featured Media

Experience the Capstone for 2025’s EIC Cohort

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