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Position Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Event Services Intern<\/strong> will support the Event Services team in planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of conventions, meetings, and special events hosted at MCCA venues. This internship offers hands-on experience in event operations, client services, and venue management in a fast-paced, professional environment.<\/p>\n

In addition to daily responsibilities, the intern will take ownership of several key projects throughout the summer designed to provide deeper exposure to event planning processes and contribute meaningful improvements to team operations. The intern will also gain exposure to multiple departments within the Authority to better understand how cross-functional teams collaborate to deliver successful events.<\/p>\n

Key Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Assist Event Managers with day-to-day coordination of assigned events from pre-planning through execution and post-event wrap-up<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Get a deep understanding of what goes into the development and distribution of event orders, schedules, and operational documents<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Participate in client meetings, site visits, and internal planning sessions<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Shadow event services as they coordinate with internal departments (e.g., operations, security, technology services, and catering) to ensure seamless event execution<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Help monitor event activities on-site to ensure compliance with venue policies and client expectations<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Assist with logistics such as room setups<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Shadow Event Managers as they conduct post-event evaluations and assist in preparing summary reports<\/p>\n

Summer Projects:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Throughout the internship, the intern will complete several structured projects, which may include:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Conducting research and presenting recommendations on industry trends, sustainability practices, or client experience enhancements<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Supporting the planning and execution of a small-scale internal or client-facing event<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Completing a final project and presentation summarizing key learnings and contributions<\/p>\n

Learning Opportunities:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Gain exposure to large-scale event planning and venue operations<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Develop professional communication and client management skills<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Learn how to interpret event contracts, floor plans, and service orders<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Understand coordination between multiple stakeholders in live event environments<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Gain insight into the roles and functions of various MCCA departments such as Operations, Public Safety, Technology Services, Sales, and Marketing<\/p>\n

Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in Hospitality, Event Management, Business, Communications, or a related field<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Excellent verbal and written communication skills<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed<\/p>\n

Preferred Skills:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Prior internship or experience in events, hospitality, or customer service<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Interest in large-scale conventions, trade shows, or corporate events<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving<\/p>\n

Compensation:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Paid internship (rate based on experience)<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Opportunity for academic credit (if applicable)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_ch_employer_id":"19259","_ch_external_id":"11109071","_ch_location_state":"","_ch_location_city":"","_ch_is_ocr_job":"","_ch_expiration_date":"2026-07-09","_ch_apply_link":"https:\/\/monmouth.joinhandshake.com\/jobs\/11109071\/share_preview"},"ch_stakeholder":[],"ch_class_year":[],"ch_job_category":[89],"ch_career_skill":[],"ch_industry":[53],"class_list":["post-19262","ch_job","type-ch_job","status-publish","hentry","ch_job_category-internships","ch_industry-communication-marketing-arts-entertainment"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_job\/19262","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_job"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/ch_job"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19262"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"ch_stakeholder","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_stakeholder?post=19262"},{"taxonomy":"ch_class_year","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_class_year?post=19262"},{"taxonomy":"ch_job_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_job_category?post=19262"},{"taxonomy":"ch_career_skill","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_career_skill?post=19262"},{"taxonomy":"ch_industry","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_industry?post=19262"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}