Event Intern

Opus Agency

12d • Remote

About The Position

Opus Agency is seeking an eager-to-learn, collaborative, and detail-oriented Event Management Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting corporate events. The internship introduces the end-to-end event planning process, with opportunities to develop organizational, analytical, creative, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills across multiple events, workstreams, and team environments.

The intern will support corporate event planning and execution, learning the event lifecycle from planning through on-site execution. Work may involve logistics, project coordination, facilities management, vendor coordination, staffing, signage, transportation, and program support. The role also provides exposure to agency tools, processes, and best practices. It is ideally suited for recent college graduates seeking to begin a career in event management.

This is a temporary, full-time, hourly, non-exempt position based remotely. The program runs from January 18, 2027, through April 9, 2027. Travel opportunities may be provided, including travel to support on-site event execution. Temporary employees are eligible for overtime if their schedule exceeds 40 hours per week. Conversion to a permanent full-time position may be possible but is not guaranteed.

Requirements

• Demonstrate curiosity, eagerness to learn, ability to take direction, and ability to apply feedback quickly.
• Manage tasks and deadlines effectively with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Communicate clearly and professionally and collaborate effectively with team members, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Apply analytical thinking to solve problems, proactively seek solutions, navigate ambiguity, and adapt to challenges.
• Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and professionalism.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment, changing priorities, and pressure.
• Be able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including sitting for most of the day, standing and walking as needed, reaching, lifting as required, and traveling by available transportation when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of corporate events across workstreams such as logistics, vendor coordination, staffing, signage, transportation, and program support.
• Communicate with internal team members and vendors to support sourcing, scheduling, and status updates.
• Create and maintain event documentation, including timelines, production schedules, contact lists, and project plans.
• Attend internal and external meetings, capture notes, track action items, and provide updates on assigned tasks.
• Help coordinate the team to ensure deadlines are met and deliverables are completed accurately.
• Learn and use agency tools, systems, and platforms, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, and internal processes.
• Participate in on-site event execution when applicable, potentially traveling to support events in an operational capacity.

Benefits

• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexibility in work schedules
• Potential for conversion to a full-time employee at the conclusion of the internship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed