Special Events Internship Available: Earth Day Houston

Earth Day Houston is less than two months away. We are seeking an unpaid intern who wants to acquire valuable career-relevant skills in event management, marketing, business management, sales and project management.

Start Date: Immediately

End Date: May 1, 2015

Hours: Varied and Flexible, dependent upon your schedule and your internship goals

You will be working directly with our Development Director, Sara Heald. Sara has over 10 years of event management experience including restaurant (Emeril’s restaurant in New Orleans,) Destination Management (DMI New Orleans, Visit New Orleans, and Destination Services Colorado,) Hotel Site Selection (HelmsBriscoe,) and is entering her 4^th year as the Festival Director for Earth Day Houston.  Sara is interested in working closely with an individual who wants to pursue a career in event management and would benefit from hands-on learning.

If you possess the incurable optimism and drive of Leslie Knope and the crisis management skills of Olivia Pope, then this project is for you!

Possible Projects Include: 

• Assist in the strategy of the marketing and promotion of the festival
• Identify and research potential auction donors
• Attend weekly brainstorm meetings where you can contribute to the direction of the festival
• Provide logistical assistance in for events related to 10 year anniversary
• Other duties determined by the needs of the department or organization

Desired Experience and Qualifications: 

• Interest in and commitment living sustainably
• Strong event planning skills
• Excellent web-based research skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Great organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Customer-service based approach to interacting with event donors; attendees; vendors; and staff
• Sense of humor
• Knowledge of Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram
• Must be available to attend event on Saturday, April 11, 2015 from 8am-7pm. There are other events associated with the 10 year anniversary where attendance would also be strongly encouraged.

How to apply: 

Please send a letter of interest & resume to [email protected] , referencing Special Events Internship in the subject line.

Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity. 

More information on the festival: earthdayhouston.org