Event Intern

Opus Agency • Beaverton (Hybrid), OR

9d • Hybrid

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, from planning through on-site execution, and provides exposure to multiple events, workstreams, and roles. Interns may support logistics, project coordination, and facilities management while developing project management, communication, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The position is designed especially for recent college graduates beginning careers in event management.

The position is temporary and full-time, running from January 11, 2027, through April 2, 2027. It follows a hybrid schedule: four remote days per week and at least one day per week in the Beaverton office, with additional office days possible based on business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Travel may be available depending on event needs, and interns may participate in on-site event execution.

The starting salary is $22.00 per hour. Temporary employees are eligible for overtime when their schedules exceed 40 hours per week. The role may have potential for conversion to a permanent full-time position at the end of the internship, but permanent positions are not guaranteed. Opus Agency offers growth and development opportunities, exposure to a collaborative and inclusive team, and flexibility in work schedules.

Requirements

• Demonstrates curiosity, eagerness to learn, ability to take direction, and ability to apply feedback quickly.
• Manages tasks and deadlines effectively with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Communicates clearly and professionally and collaborates effectively with team members, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Applies analytical thinking to solve problems, proactively seeks solutions, and navigates ambiguity and new challenges resourcefully.
• Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a professional presence.
• Adapts to a fast-paced environment, changing priorities, and pressure.
• Ability to perform the stated physical requirements, including sitting for most of the day, standing as needed, periodic walking, reaching, and lifting as required.
• Ability to travel by airplane, train, taxi, car, or other transportation as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of corporate events across workstreams including 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 team efforts 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.
• Exposure to a collaborative, inclusive, and enthusiastic team.
• Flexibility in work schedules.
• Potential for conversion to a permanent full-time position at the conclusion of the internship; permanent positions are not guaranteed.
• Temporary employees are eligible for overtime if their schedule exceeds 40 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

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