Support of EDPA’s Future Workforce Initiatives Continues Through Scholarship and Internship Programs
Atlanta, Georgia 22 July 2026 – Exhibitus is excited to announce its continued evolution of support for Experiential Designers and Producers Association’s (EDPA) Future Workforce Initiatives through two distinctive programs at Exhibitus – our annual design scholarship and an enhanced cohort internship program. These programs are designed to increase awareness among students in varying disciplines of the live events industry and provide interns with hands-on work experience for future career opportunities.
2026 Design Scholarship Award
Maya Peters, who is pursuing a Master of Arts in Exhibition & Experience Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology in
Peters stated, “While I loved designing for film, I began to feel limited and my interests shifted to immersive environments where audience can actually step inside. I am grateful to Exhibitus for supporting my goal of applying cinematic storytelling to physical environments that engage multiple senses and invite participation.”
“The Exhibitus Scholarship Committee was beyond thrilled when we reviewed Maya’s submission,” said Matt Beck, EVP of Creative for Exhibitus. “The experiential environments she has crafted as part of her academic work are unique and immediately tell a compelling brand story. She has mastered the exploration process similar to what we use at Exhibitus to understand a brand’s objective for an event. I look forward to seeing her work on a trade show floor in the very near future. Congratulations, Maya.”
2026 Internship Cohort
Exhibitus expanded its internship program in 2026 to include a cohort of three students pursuing degrees that support brand engagement through memorable experiences.
Emma Martin, a rising senior at Auburn University, is pursuing a degree in Industrial Design.
“From the satisfying click of packaging to the experience of a thoughtfully curated space, I’ve always been fascinated by how design shapes our everyday interactions. That curiosity has developed into a passion that has driven me to find opportunities to improve experiences through design.” – Emma Martin
Dylan Lenze – Information Technology Intern
Dylan Lenze is a rising senior at the University of Alabama studying Computer Science in the College of Engineering while minoring in mathematics.
“I’m an avid coder, having learned multiple languages and algorithms. I’m also experimenting with coding machine learning software.” – Dylan Lenze
Austin Corn – Sustainability Intern
“My grandfather who was the Director of Watershed Management in Griffin, GA, sparked my interest in environmental/sustainability work when I was young. In addition, my uncle was the Director of Environmental Management in Fayette County. Together, they instilled in me the importance of sustainable growth in business.” – Austin Corn
“The work the EDPA is doing on behalf of the industry’s future workforce is critical,” said Lynn Reves, EVP of Marketing & Results at Exhibitus. “Exhibitus is a proud supporter of these initiatives designed to attract creative talent, as well as various disciplines and skilled craftsmen for complex fabrication. Our internship program continues to evolve to ensure the experiential industry thrives and we have the creative resources to meet brand objectives for our clients. Find more information about these initiatives HERE.”
About Exhibitus
Exhibitus is an award-winning experiential marketing agency offering strategy, environment design and fabrication, brand activations, innovative engagements, and event measurement programs. Dedicated to crafting immersive brand experiences that captivate audiences and forge meaningful connections, Exhibitus delivers out-of-the-box solutions that drive impact and build brand loyalty.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Exhibitus operates offices in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Phoenix, New York, and Orlando. Its client roster includes Acuity, AGCO, ConvaTec, Georgia-Pacific, Delta, Flock, Lexus, Mimaki, NAPA, Sandvik, Snowflake, Toshiba, and Unifi.
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