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$21.25 - $29/hr

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Field Technician (Northeast) SkillBridge Host Company: SIEMENS ... HVACControls, Lighting Controls, & Mechanical/Electrical Services Fire/Life Safety:Fire Alarm, Mass ...

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$17.75 - $24.50/hr

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Field Technician (Western U.S.) SkillBridge Host Company: SIEMENS ... HVACControls, Lighting Controls, & Mechanical/Electrical Services Fire/Life Safety:Fire Alarm, Mass ...

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DoD SkillBridge Internship: Field Technician (Central U.S.) SkillBridge Host Company: SIEMENS ... HVACControls, Lighting Controls, & Mechanical/Electrical Services Fire/Life Safety:Fire Alarm, Mass ...

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DoD SkillBridge: Field Technician (503741)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

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What types of projects and lighting equipment does an internship lighting technician typically work with?

As an Internship Lighting Technician, you'll often assist on a variety of projects such as live events, theater productions, studio shoots, or concerts, depending on the company. You'll gain hands-on experience with industry-standard lighting consoles, fixtures (like LED panels and moving heads), and rigging equipment. Expect to help with setup, programming cues, troubleshooting, and striking gear after events. You'll usually work closely with senior lighting technicians, designers, and other crew members, learning best practices for safety and efficient workflow. This collaborative environment provides great exposure to technical skills and teamwork essential in the lighting industry.

What does an internship lighting technician do?

An Internship Lighting Technician assists senior lighting professionals in setting up, operating, and maintaining lighting equipment for events, performances, or film productions. Interns typically help with rigging lights, running cables, programming lighting consoles, and troubleshooting technical issues. This role provides hands-on training and exposure to industry-standard lighting technologies, safety practices, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. The internship is designed to build foundational skills and knowledge, preparing participants for more advanced technician roles.

What is the difference between Internship Lighting Technician vs Lighting Technician?

AspectInternship Lighting TechnicianLighting Technician
CredentialsTypically enrolled in or recently completed relevant education or trainingRelevant certifications or experience often required
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supervised, training-focusedProfessional productions, live events, film sets
Employer & Industry UsageProduction companies, theaters, film sets, internshipsFilm, television, theater, live events
Search & Comparison IntentLearning, entry-level opportunities, trainingProfessional work, career advancement

The main difference between an Internship Lighting Technician and a Lighting Technician is experience and responsibility. Internships are designed for beginners gaining hands-on training, while Lighting Technicians are experienced professionals responsible for executing lighting setups independently in various production environments.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an internship lighting technician?

To thrive as an Internship Lighting Technician, you need a foundational knowledge of lighting principles, basic electrical safety, and a willingness to learn, often supported by relevant coursework or hands-on experience. Familiarity with lighting consoles, DMX control systems, and common lighting fixtures is typically expected, along with basic troubleshooting skills. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are essential soft skills, as the role involves collaborating closely with production teams under time constraints. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and creative execution of lighting designs, contributing to the overall success of live events or productions.
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Audio Visual Internship - Warehouse

AV Concepts

Tempe, AZ • On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Internship

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description


About us:

AV Concepts is a respected leader with a 30+ year track record of excellence and meeting

technology through the convergence of creativity and technology. We recognize, respect and

promote the power of our employees. We are seeking a General Audio Visual Technician to join our rotational internship program.

Why you’ll like working here

● Paid internship

● Training in various departments including Audio, Video, Lighting, Shipping & Receiving, and Solutions Center.

  • Audio- Basics in PA, consoles, wireless, sound design.

  • Video- Technologies within projection, LED, Camera and switching/engineering.

  • Lighting- Lighting design, power and rigging.

  • Shop- shipping and receiving.

  • Operations Center- Exposure to design development, sales and order process.

  • Starting from the basics you will learn from the ground up with the opportunity to continue to grow your career in AV.

Qualifications

  • Experience and/or interest in developing skills related to corporate events.

  • Understands the technical aspects of the job and demonstrates basic operational ability to troubleshoot and problem solve with equipment and software issues.

  • Enrolled in a technical college or conservatory preferred.

  • Knowledge in event production in corporate, theater and/or entertainment industries.

  • Ability to work 20 (+) hours a week during the hours of M-F 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. The internship program may run up to 8 weeks.

  • Ability to work in a warehouse environment of load noises due to video-visual equipment testing, office machine noise, and server/ rack room noise.

  • Physical requirements include but are not limited to lifting up to 25 lbs and pushing 100 lbs.

  • Footwear meeting ASTM (F2413 standards)

Responsibilities

  • Quality control and testing.

  • Inventory and keeping equipment organized.

  • Willingness to be trained in the use of modern sound and visual equipment with basic knowledge of both Mac and PC operating systems.

  • Maintain standards of performance that reflect a high degree of pride, teamwork, professionalism and customer service.

  • Promote a culture of safety and environmental protection by working in a safe manner, immediately reporting unsafe situations and accidents.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.