Intern - Events

Metro Parks Tacoma • Tacoma, WA

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About The Position

This is an unpaid internship opportunity. Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live. Parks Tacoma is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Parks Tacoma's mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life-enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun.

Requirements

• Passion for community service and engagement.
• Interest in event planning and execution.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in event planning or coordination.
• Knowledge of historical preservation and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of summer events at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum.
• Work closely with the events team to provide high-quality experiences for visitors.
• Assist with the development and delivery of events.
• Gain insight into event marketing, preparation, and day-of coordination.

Benefits

• Gain practical experience in event planning.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic historical environment.
• Contribute to the community and enhance local culture.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern