Event Operations Intern

Alma

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Alma is seeking an Event Operations Intern to support its growing events engine. This role will ensure that in-person events such as dinners, parties, and workshops for founders and HR/People teams are executed seamlessly, on time, and to a high standard. The intern will gain hands-on experience in event logistics, working closely with the events team on run-of-show planning, venue and vendor coordination, on-site setup, and budget tracking. This is an opportunity to learn how a high-growth startup scales its events function and make a tangible impact. The intern will collaborate with the events, sales, and growth teams to ensure all hosted experiences reflect Alma's brand positively.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in school in the Bay Area.
• Ability to commit to a 3-6 month internship with more than 12 hours per week.
• Experience organizing events through school clubs, campus organizations, part-time work, or personal projects.
• A passion for the behind-the-scenes work of event execution.
• A strong desire to create memorable experiences for event attendees.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for hands-on logistics and execution over strategy.
• Enjoyment of detail-oriented coordination and vendor communication.
• Comfort with ambiguity and problem-solving in real-time when plans change.

Responsibilities

• Support the operational lifecycle of events, including venue sourcing, catering, vendors, AV, run-of-show, and merchandise.
• Assist with on-site event setup, execution, and breakdown, providing support wherever needed.
• Ensure events maintain a premium, thoughtful feel that aligns with Alma's brand.
• Help create and refine repeatable checklists, timelines, and playbooks for various event formats.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date event documentation, vendor lists, and trackers.
• Support the tracking of budgets, staffing requirements, and vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with the events team to translate plans into on-the-ground logistics.
• Assist in keeping timelines, action items, and follow-ups visible and on track for multiple concurrent events.
• Provide clear and regular updates on task completion, pending items, and support needs.
• Document operational successes, challenges, and time-saving measures from each event for future planning.
• Assist in tracking expenses against the budget and flagging any unexpected costs.
• Contribute fresh ideas for improving event processes as the event cadence increases.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Exposure to startup growth and mentorship from legal, tech, and business leaders
• Opportunity to build something new and take on increasing ownership

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed