Event Management/Marketing Internship

Position Responsibilities:

An event management internship is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in planning, organizing, and executing various types of events. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you understand what to expect and how to prepare for an event management internship, key responsibilities can include:

Planning and Coordination

• Assist in creating event proposals and presentations.
• Help in developing event timelines and schedules.
• Coordinate with vendors, sponsors, and clients.

Logistics Management

• Assist in site inspections and selection.
• Manage inventory and equipment needed for events.
• Help with travel and accommodation arrangements for participants.

Marketing and Promotion

• Support social media and email marketing campaigns.
• Create and distribute promotional materials.
• Assist in managing event websites and registration platforms.

On-Site Support

• Help with event setup and breakdown.
• Assist in managing event registration and guest lists.
• Provide support during the event to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Post-Event Activities

• Assist in collecting feedback from participants.
• Help in preparing post-event reports and presentations.
• Manage follow-up communications and thank-you notes.

Skills and Qualifications

• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and details efficiently.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to think on your feet and handle unexpected issues.
• Teamwork: Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with others.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, event management software, and social media platforms.
• ExcursCreativity: Ability to come up with innovative ideas for events.

About the Organization:

Since 2003 we have been creating compelling experiences for our clients and guests alike. At our company, we work across Experiential, Activation, Conferences, Awards Programs and Large-Scale Outdoor Events. We work with clients across the spectrum of marketing, advertising, corporate and private clients and have organised events from five people to thousands. We also create our own events, particularly in the area of awards ceremonies, such as The Media Awards, The National Startup Awards and The Invest in Ireland Awards.

On-site Supervision and Support

Our internships include 24/7 on-site staff to support students working and living abroad. All students will also report to a supervisor at their internship site. Supervisors provide and oversee daily tasks, introduce the intern to team members, and mentor the intern in organizational agility, skill acquisition, and career readiness. Interns complete a midpoint and final evaluation, and supervisors complete a final evaluation of their interns. All work responsibilities and projects are approved in advance. 

Academic Credit

Students on an internship have the opportunity to enroll in their home university for credit, or enroll in a course through API to transfer back to their university for credit. Email support-internships@apiexperience.com for more information and a syllabus.

Housing and Excursions

Housing and excursions are included in your internship and will be selectable during the application process.

Visa Sponsorship

This position does not offer visa sponsorship for non-US citizens