Vandy-in-Hollywood Summer Internship Program

About the Program

The Vandy-in-Hollywood Summer Internship Program is a joint production by the Center for Student Professional Development and Vandy-in-Hollywood (VIH), an alumni affinity group.  This unique program provides "in the trenches" knowledge to supplement the Vanderbilt academic experience.

Since the inception of the Vandy-in-Hollywood Summer Internship Program in 2006, it has become a leading university program in the entertainment industry, with approximately 15-20 students per year participating in summer internships at Hollywood's top networks, studios, agencies, distributors, and production companies.  This "summer in L.A." experience also includes guest lecturers, pre-release film screenings, studio tours and many other special events presented by Vanderbilt alumni.

Last year, students participated in internships with the following employers: 
Agency for the Performing Arts
Amsel Eisenstadt & Frazier
Candor Entertainment
DigiSynd
Double Feature Films
FX
Generate
Levity Entertainment
Lifetime Networks
Lionsgate
Miramax
NBCUniversal/Attack of the Show/G4
New Wave Entertainment
PMK
Reveille
Tavis Smiley
Universal Music Group
Valeo ManagementWind Dancer

To see the types of internships that have been available in previous years, please download our Participating Companies document.

To help you evaluate and prepare for living and working in L.A., be sure to read the ViHSIP Handbook. You'll find tips, advice, and resources--much of it compiled from former ViHSIP interns--on program costs, housing options, and more.  A set of Frequently Asked Questions is also available to review.

 

Important Program Dates

February 7, 2013: Student applications due **DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 11!**

Week of February 11, 2013: Mentoring conversations begin

February 25, 2013: Deadline to apply to three (3) specific positions after mentoring conversations. To be eligible for this, students must turn in their initial application by February 7 and participate in a mentoring conversation.

Late February to Mid-April: Students interview with ViHSIP employers

Late March to Early May: Students learn if they have received an offer through ViHSIP

Late April: Mandatory meeting with all ViHSIP students at the Center

Late May to Mid-August: Interning in Los Angeles!

 

Information Sessions

ViHSIP and VMA Combined Info Sessions (Two Sessions)

Date: January 22
Time: 4:10 - 5 p.m.

-or-

Date: January 25
Time: 12:10 - 1 p.m.

Location: Center for Student Professional Development, SLC - 2nd Floor

 

ViHSIP and VMA Internship Panel

Date: January 30
Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Location: SLC - Meeting Rooms 1&2

 

How to Write Cover Letters for Entertainment Positions

Date: January 31
Time: 12:10-1:00 p.m.
Location: Center for Student Professional Development, SLC - 2nd Floor

Academic Credit

Students participating in ViHSIP must apply for and receive academic credit in a one-credit course through Vanderbilt University. To learn more about the process for receiving academic credit for internships including information about the Summer Internship Subsidy, please see the Academic Credit for Internships section on the Internships page of our website.

 

Application Instructions 

Applications Must Be Received by Midnight on February 7, 2013. **DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 11!**

• Download the ViHSIP Application -- (Microsoft Word required to view/complete the application.)
• Complete the Application.
• Prepare your single-page resume.
• Send an email by the deadline to: vihsip@vanderbilt.edu with the following:

♦ Place your first and last name in the Subject line.

♦ Attach your completed application and resume. PDF files preferred, Word documents accepted. 

 

Additional Information

ViHSIP vs VMA

Curious about the difference between ViHSIP and the VMA program? Download our ViHSIP vs VMA chart to see a side-by-side comparison.

Have additional questions?

Stop by the Center for Student Professional Development during these special ViHSIP walk-in hours.

• Friday, February 1 from 2 – 4 p.m.
• Wednesday, February 6 from 2 – 4 p.m.
• Monday, February 11 from 1 – 3 p.m.
• Thursday, February 14 from 2 – 3 p.m.
• Monday, February 18 from 2 – 3 p.m.