Event Intern

Opus Agency • Beaverton, OR

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Opus Agency is seeking an eager-to-learn, collaborative, and detail-oriented Event Management Intern to support the delivery of corporate events. The internship provides hands-on exposure to the end-to-end event planning process, from planning through on-site execution, across multiple events, workstreams, and team environments. Interns will develop organizational, analytical, creative, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills, while learning industry tools, processes, and best practices from experienced professionals. The position is intended particularly for recent college graduates interested in starting a career in event management.

The program runs from January 11, 2027, through April 2, 2027. It is a temporary, full-time, hourly, non-exempt position based in Beaverton, Oregon, following a hybrid schedule: four remote days per week and at least one day per week in the office. The role may require additional office days based on business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Travel opportunities may be available depending on event needs, including travel to support on-site event execution. Temporary employees are eligible for overtime when their schedule exceeds 40 hours per week. The starting salary is $22.00 per hour. Conversion to a permanent full-time role may be possible but is not guaranteed.

The role reports to the Senior Event Manager. Physical requirements include sitting for most of the day, standing and walking periodically, reaching and lifting as needed, and traveling by airplane, train, taxi, car, or other transportation when required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated curiosity and eagerness to learn, ability to take direction, and ability to apply feedback quickly.
• Ability to manage tasks and deadlines effectively with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear and professional communication and effective collaboration with team members, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Analytical problem-solving, critical thinking, resourcefulness, and ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to new challenges.
• Reliability, accountability, and a professional presence.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adjust to changing priorities, and maintain performance under pressure.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including sitting for most of the day, periodic standing and walking, reaching and lifting as needed, and travel when required.

Nice To Haves

• Recent college graduate interested in launching a career in event management.
• Experience or interest in developing project management, communication, and problem-solving skills in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Support 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’s work 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, including potential travel to support events in an operational capacity.

Benefits

• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Exposure to a collaborative, inclusive, and enthusiastic team.
• Flexibility in work schedules.
• Potential for conversion to a permanent full-time employee at the conclusion of the internship; conversion is not guaranteed.
• Overtime eligibility for temporary employees whose schedule exceeds 40 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

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