Jobs & Internships
Throughout our almost-60 year history, the Academy of Country Music has always proudly stood as a progressive, welcoming organization for all, most recently through our active commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Indeed, the official mission statement of our DEI Task Force reads, “The Academy of Country Music is relentlessly committed to creating a more inclusive environment for underrepresented groups, encompassing but not limited to, Black, Indigenous, LGBTQIA+, LatinX and Women in the Country Music industry, from the boardroom to the stage.”
We truly take that to heart and aim to keep it top-of-mind in everything we do, particularly in terms of recruitment, employment, and staff retention.
The Academy of Country Music provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Openings
There are no job openings at this time.
Internships
Immediate Internship Opportunities (Fall 2026):
ACM Lifting Lives Marketing: ACM Lifting Lives, the philanthropic partner of the Academy of Country Music (ACM), is seeking a Marketing Intern to support the ACM Lifting Lives team in promoting the organization’s mission, programs, and events through a variety of marketing and communications efforts. This position will provide hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing and storytelling while working in collaboration with the ACM Lifting Lives and ACM teams. To learn more and apply, click HERE.
ACM Lifting Lives Operations: ACM Lifting Lives, the philanthropic partner of the Academy of Country Music (ACM), is seeking an Operations Intern to support the ACM Lifting Lives team in the day-to-day administrative and operational needs of the organization. This position will provide hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, office administration, records management, and organizational support. To learn more and apply, click HERE.
2027 ACM Internship Opportunities
Accounting and Finance: The Accounting and Finance internship provides hands-on experience in day-to-day accounting operations, exposure to investment tracking, and an opportunity to contribute to financial process improvement in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. To learn more and apply, click HERE.
ACM Lifting Lives: The ACM Lifting Lives Intern will assist ACM Lifting Lives (ACM LL) team with planning, executing, and promoting the organization’s mission, programs, and events. As part of a small team, this position will get hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, large-scale event production, fundraising, VIP and donor relations, grant-making, and more. To learn more and apply, click HERE.
Industry Relations and Awards: The Industry Relations and Awards Intern will assist the Industry Relations & Awards department with tasks surrounding the membership application and renewal period, board and committee meetings, database/CRM updates and maintenance, ongoing membership benefits and programming, award eligibility tracking, artist gifting program, ticketing, and all industry relations efforts. To learn more and apply, click HERE.
Live Events and Production:The Live Events and Production Intern will support the planning, coordination, and execution of ACM events and programs, including the ACM Awards and ACM Lifting Lives events. Responsibilities include assisting with venue logistics, signage, master schedules, sponsor fulfillment, red carpet operations, off-site office layouts, credentials, security coordination, volunteers, and ancillary events across multiple venues. To learn more and apply, click HERE.
Marketing and Creative: The Marketing and Creative Intern will support the creative team in day-to-day content development and production efforts. Responsibilities include assisting with photography, videography, editing, and content creation, as well as providing general support across shoots, events, and creative initiatives. To learn more and apply, click HERE.
Member and Board Relations: The Membership and Board Relations Intern, will help keep the membership program and board operations running smoothly and witness firsthand how an industry trade organization builds its community and runs an awards season. To learn more and apply, click HERE.
Operations and Administrative: The Operations and Administrative Intern will play a vital role in supporting ACM’s day-to-day administrative functions and operational projects. This role is perfect for a student or early-career professional interested in gaining hands-on experience in entertainment operations, nonprofit management, and event administration. To learn more and apply, click HERE.
Strategic Partnerships: The Strategic Partnerships internship offers hands-on experience in brand integration, sponsorship fulfillment, and event execution within the country music industry. The intern will gain exposure to how national partnerships are structured, activated, and measured, while supporting the team that drives key brand relationships for ACM. To learn more and apply, click HERE.