Event Planning & Management Internship

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Team in creating themes, ideas, games, and events for Friday Night Live (FNL) events.
• Research event concepts and theme development for Friday night events.
• Be present for 1-2 Friday Night Live events per month, as scheduled.
• Aid in creating new program ideas and events for the following semester.
• Assist with event preparation and day-of execution, including creating planning guides and logistic timelines.
• Support the Program Team in developing and executing signature events.
• Contribute to post-event reports.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Department regarding Friday Night event marketing and student involvement.
• Increase student program and event retention through facilitating tours, sending welcome cards, putting together new student prizes, and contributing innovative ideas on how to increase student involvement.
• Build influential relationships with teens during programs and events and assist on floor.
• Create a database of entertainment contacts and information.
• Help create a hospitable environment for entertainment and vendors as requested.
• Provide administrative support for day-to-day operations when needed.

Requirements

• Possess passion for the mission of The Bridge Teen Center.
• Show sensitivity to different opinions.
• Show a friendly, responsive, and patient approach.
• Show personal and professional integrity.
• Show the ability to lift more than 15 to 20 pounds.
• Show the ability to work well with individuals and groups of students.
• Show clear and creative thinking.
• Show competency in Microsoft Office and Google Workplace.
• Show the ability to meet deadlines and complete all tasks with excellence.
• Show strong organizational skills.
• Show strong communication and interpersonal skills, including both writing and verbal.
• Show a sense of humor.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must be available to attend weekly staff meetings.

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Google Workplace

Benefits

• Opportunities for hands-on training in a career area of interest.
• Development of practical leadership skills for the future.
• Regular informational meetings with staff.
• Exposure to new ideas and people (network).
• Opportunities to take initiative.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and may vary based on the needs of the program.