Attractions Assistant / Intern - 2026 OK State Fair

State Fair Of Oklahoma Inc•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•$12 - $14

About The Position

This position is a seasonal role with an anticipated start date, end date and number of hours per week/month as outlined below. Employment is tied to seasonal business demands and is not guaranteed beyond the seasonal period. While there may be opportunities for other or intermittent hours outside of the stated period, any such hours are contingent upon business needs, workload, and operational requirements and do not change the seasonal nature of the position. This position does not carry a guarantee of minimum hours or continued employment beyond the seasonal term. This will be a temporary, part-time and hourly position for employment related to the 2026 Oklahoma State Fair. No other benefits, except those required by law, apply. Applications will continue to be accepted until position has been filled.

Requirements

Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Self-motivated and detailed oriented with the ability to complete assignments with accuracy.
Ability to work efficiently with minimal or no supervision.
Extensive experience of Microsoft software, specifically Word, Excel and ability to use mail merge.
Ability to learn industry specific programs quickly with minimal or no training.
Utilize task prioritization and effective time management skills to meet frequent and competing deadlines in a high-volume, high-stress environment.
Perform detailed work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment handling multiple tasks with flexibility in a calm, professional manner.
Effectively communicate with others in a clear, business-like, respectful and personable manner focused on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative environment.
Maintain high standards of appearance and grooming (i.e., clean, wrinkle free clothing, proper uniform/attire, close attention to personal hygiene).
Meet the company standard for excellent attendance, job reliability, diligence and dedication.
Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Speak, read and write in English.
Extended hours, nights and weekends may be required during peak periods.
Frequent or continual movement from place to place with normal physical mobility, covering long distances with ease, managing assigned tasks throughout various indoor and outdoor locations within and around the property and in potentially inclement/severe weather conditions.
Regularly lift, carry and put away items weighing up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and carry heavier items and/or assist others in lifting heavier objects, as job demands.
Walk and/or stand for extended periods in addition to other prolonged physical exertions including seeing, hearing, reaching, grasping, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, crouching, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in awkward positions and tight areas may be required.
Those who take this job MUST be able to work 7 days a week from September 1 – October 1.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in Adobe products, such as InDesign and Photoshop Elements, preferred, but not required.
Knowledge in Canva.

Responsibilities

Assist the State Fair Division Vice President with all duties including but not limited to the following:
Assist with office-related tasks including correspondence and mailings.
Assist with execution of all Volunteer events.
Assist with ordering, tracking and distribution of credentials.
Attend and take meeting notes for all meetings related to attractions and volunteers.
Assist in drafting verbiage for website, signage and other publications.
Field questions and/or resolve problems via phone and in-person.
Assist with setup, maintenance, management, and strike of all attractions and volunteer needs.
Assist with managing all attractions during the Fair
Assist in other departments as needed.
Other duties as assigned.