Banquet Operations Intern

About the role

Located at 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI 48124. The Banquet Operations Intern will gain hands-on experience helping the Banquet team plan and deliver events at The Henry Ford. Working alongside banquet leaders and staff, the intern will learn how staffing, event preparation, service, inventory, and guest communication come together to support a successful event. The role includes opportunities to observe different banquet positions and take on coordination responsibilities with guidance from the team. The Henry Ford is a globally recognized cultural institution that provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories and lives from America’s traditions of ingenuity, resourcefulness and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Banquet team in planning and delivering events
• Support staffing, event preparation, service, inventory, and guest communication
• Observe various banquet positions
• Take on coordination responsibilities under team guidance

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business, or a related field
• Availability on Wednesdays for required internship programming
• Ability to work a schedule that may include weekend evenings up until 1 am EST based on event needs

Skills

• Strong attention to detail when preparing event information and tracking supplies
• Organizational skills and the ability to adjust as event needs change
• Clear communication with staff, clients, vendors, and guests
• Ability to stay composed, ask for guidance, and respond thoughtfully during busy events
• Interest in learning about event operations, guest service, and team coordination

Pay

$17–$20 per hour

Schedule

• Part‑time, flexible around class schedule and permitted work hours
• Saturday evenings required
• Duration: 15 weeks (January 25 – May 7, 2027)
• Application deadline: November 20, 2026 (11:59 PM)