Community & Employee Engagement Intern - Summer 2026, Full Time/Paid/12 Weeks
About The Position
In this role, you will take on a high-impact position assisting with the planning and execution of employee engagement and fundraising events, programs and projects. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting Ace's corporate employees and contributing to the success of our award-winning Ace Foundation Team. This opportunity provides exposure to our Ace store owners, CMN Hospital teams, internal Ace teams, event planning, communications, and relationship management-all while making a meaningful impact to the culture that makes Ace so special.
Requirements
- Working toward a bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, or a related field
- Entering Senior year of college, Dec 2026 or May 2027 graduation date
- Demonstrated interest or involvement in philanthropic activities
- Strong adaptability and ability to learn quickly in high-pressure environments
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with attention to detail
- Outstanding time management and organizational skills
- Motivation, initiative, and ability to contribute as an effective team member
- Self-leadership and drive to accomplish tasks with excellence
- Motivation and initiative to succeed
- Local travel (ability to attend events, required a couple times throughout the internship)
- Ability to lift, bend, and/or carry items over 10 pounds
- Willingness and ability to give presentations to colleagues, managers and directors
- Knowledge and interest in Ace Hardware Corporation
- Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday -Friday for 12 weeks
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning and executing multiple large-scale events, celebrations, fundraising programs and volunteer opportunities
- Coordinate event logistics working with internal teams, retailers, vendors and volunteer partners
- Draft and edit communications (internal and external) promoting and recapping events and programs
- Discover and recommend new ways to streamline and improve team processes
Benefits
- Real and substantial hands-on experience in your assigned department/function with day-to-day projects, responsibilities, accountabilities and deadlines.
- Opportunity to display your skills during your "Final Pitch" presentation
- Q & A with Ace's CEO and Senior Leadership team
- Resume Workshop to help you prepare for future opportunities
- Opportunity to volunteer through the Ace Cares program
- Teambuilding activities
- Hourly competitive compensation
- 12-week full time program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
