- link Copy URL
- [     Share on X ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=AEG Presents and The Bowery Presents Expand Career Pathways Through College Connection Program https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1346181?absolute=1&via=3blnews "Share on X")
- [  Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1346181?absolute=1 "Share on Linkedin")
- [  Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1346181?absolute=1 "Share on Facebook")
- [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=AEG Presents and The Bowery Presents Expand Career Pathways Through College Connection Program&body=News from AEG https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1346181?absolute=1 "Share via email")
 
 

 [Education & Workforce Development](/categories/education-workforce-development)

 # AEG Presents and The Bowery Presents Expand Career Pathways Through College Connection Program

 


 

 Oct 13, 2026 3:45 PM ET

  Campaign:  [AEG Celebrates Inclusion](/news/campaign/aeg-celebrates-inclusion)  ![Group gathers outdoors beneath the Unisphere at Flushing Meadows Corona Park under a bright blue sky.](https://3blcdn.com/styles/carousel_2x/s3/2026-10/flushing%20meadows%203_1791918597.jpg)

 

Breaking into the live entertainment industry often requires access to professional networks, mentorship and hands-on experience. To help bridge that gap, [AEG](https://aegworldwide.com)'s, AEG Presents and The Bowery Presents recently brought their College Connection Program to New York City, connecting students with industry professionals and providing a direct pathway from career exploration to paid work experience.

The program culminated with seven participants being hired to work alongside event teams at two major concerts held at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens: The Strokes on October 2 and Dom Dolla on October 3. Before stepping into those roles, students attended a career development session where they met professionals from across the live entertainment industry, learned about different career paths and toured the concert site to see firsthand how a large-scale outdoor event comes together.

Outreach extended to students at nine colleges and universities across New York City, including Queens College, LaGuardia Community College, Queensborough Community College, York College, Vaughn College, Plaza College, St. John's University, New York University and the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment.

The program was further strengthened through partnerships with several nonprofit and industry organizations, including Save The Music Foundation, Women in Music, the Coalition of Festivals and Major Events, EICOP and Building Beats.

“Live entertainment is built by thousands of people most audiences never see, and too many talented students don't know those careers exist or how to reach them,” said Twana Simmons, AEG Presents. “College Connection puts students in the room with professionals, takes them behind the scenes, and then gives them a real role on show day.”

In addition to creating workforce development opportunities, the initiative extended its community impact through ticket donations to Flushing Alliance, Queens Theatre, Queens Community House, HeadCount and Lets Green NYC, helping local organizations and residents experience live music in their own community.

By combining mentorship, networking, career exploration and paid work experience, College Connection helps create more accessible pathways into live entertainment while building a stronger and more diverse pipeline of future industry talent.



 

### Additional Media

#### Images

 [  ![Close-up of attendees seated in theater rows listening during a panel discussion.](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/flushing%20meadows%201.jpg?h=10d202d3)  ](/sites/default/files/images/flushing%20meadows%201.jpg "Close-up of attendees seated in theater rows listening during a panel discussion.") 

 [  ![Panelists seated onstage speaking to an audience in a theater, with AEG Presents College Connection Program signage beside the stage.](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/flushing%20meadows%202.jpg?h=10d202d3)  ](/sites/default/files/images/flushing%20meadows%202.jpg "Panelists seated onstage speaking to an audience in a theater, with AEG Presents College Connection Program signage beside the stage.") 

 [  ![Group gathers outdoors beneath the Unisphere at Flushing Meadows Corona Park under a bright blue sky.](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/flushing%20meadows%203.jpg?h=10d202d3)  ](/sites/default/files/images/flushing%20meadows%203.jpg "Group gathers outdoors beneath the Unisphere at Flushing Meadows Corona Park under a bright blue sky.") 

 [  ![Large screen displays an AEG Presents “Meet the Panelist” graphic featuring photos, names and titles of seven panel participants.](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/flushing%20meadows%204.jpg?h=10d202d3)  ](/sites/default/files/images/flushing%20meadows%204.jpg "Large screen displays an AEG Presents “Meet the Panelist” graphic featuring photos, names and titles of seven panel participants.") 

 [  ![Large group wearing bright yellow safety vests poses together with raised hands in front of an outdoor concert stage.](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/flushing%20meadows%205.jpg?h=10d202d3)  ](/sites/default/files/images/flushing%20meadows%205.jpg "Large group wearing bright yellow safety vests poses together with raised hands in front of an outdoor concert stage.") 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 [![AEG logo](/sites/default/files/Clients/AEG_LOGO.jpg)](/profiles/about-aeg)

 

 

### More from AEG

###### [AEG Community Foundation Awards $400,000 to Help Nonprofits Meet Growing Community Needs Across the United States](/news/aeg-community-foundation-awards-400000-help-nonprofits-meet-growing-community-needs-across)

 Oct 8, 2026 12:00 PM ET

  



###### [Beyond AXS Opens Doors to Music and Live Entertainment for Denver Youth ](/news/beyond-axs-opens-doors-music-and-live-entertainment-denver-youth)

 Oct 2, 2026 10:00 AM ET

  



###### [AEG Presents Connects Students and Young Professionals to Career Opportunities Through Portola Music Festival Workforce Development Program ](/news/aeg-presents-connects-students-and-young-professionals-career-opportunities-through-portola)

 Sep 28, 2026 10:00 AM ET

  



###### [AEG and Dignity Health Sports Park Expand Youth Access to Field Hockey Ahead of LA28](/news/aeg-and-dignity-health-sports-park-expand-youth-access-field-hockey-ahead-la28)

 Sep 25, 2026 10:00 AM ET

  



###### [Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Sparks Honors Lisa Leslie's Legacy of Excellence, Leadership and Community Impact with New Star Plaza Statue](/news/cryptocom-arena-and-los-angeles-sparks-honors-lisa-leslies-legacy-excellence-leadership-and)

 Sep 23, 2026 10:00 AM ET

  



###### [LA Kings 5K Raises Over $120,000 and Unites Southern California Community To Support Youth Wellness, Inclusion and Social Impact Programs](/news/la-kings-5k-raises-over-120000-and-unites-southern-california-community-support-youth-wellness)

 Sep 16, 2026 10:00 AM ET

  



###### [LA Galaxy and adidas Host Fourth-Annual Boot Making Lab With Pediatric Cancer Patients from The Jessie Rees Foundation’s Never Ever Give Up Initiative ](/news/la-galaxy-and-adidas-host-fourth-annual-boot-making-lab-pediatric-cancer-patients-jessie-rees)

 Sep 8, 2026 11:39 AM ET

  



###### [AEG Volunteers Join KYCC To Revitalize Koreatown Through Neighborhood Beautification Initiative ](/news/aeg-volunteers-join-kycc-revitalize-koreatown-through-neighborhood-beautification-initiative)

 Aug 31, 2026 10:00 AM ET