Marketing Events Co-Op - Northeastern University

master-TMS•Boston, MA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Looking for an exciting co-op opportunity to be a critical part of building the talent engine fueling a high growth, global organization? The Marketing Events co-op will work closely with the Director of Events, Events Senior Manager, Event Managers, & the Americas Stakeholders. We’re looking for someone who is proactive, solutions oriented and can add to our team’s collective expertise. A successful candidate will be highly motivated, well organized, able to multi-task, proactively prioritize work activities, and meet tight deadlines. The Marketing Events co-op will be a key member of our North America Events team.

Requirements

Currently in an Undergraduate/Masters co-op program and ability to work January 2027 - June 2027.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with multiple stakeholders across the organization with patience, tact, and diplomacy.
Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of attention to detail.
Ability to proactively prioritize assignments and manage multiple projects and demands concurrently.
Strong computer skills in a Windows environment, including Outlook, Word, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Experience working in a fast-paced and changing environment.
Ability to travel during peak season.
Unrestricted U.S. work authorization is required for U.S. office locations. Simon-Kucher does not offer sponsorship for this position. (Please note that CPT and OPT are restricted forms of work authorization.)

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Dynamics CRM experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support all external events-Flagships, conferences, forums, roundtables, etc.
Support & research all external conferences & sponsorship opportunities.
Conduct research, organize RFP’s, and prepare resources to help Director of Events, Events Senior Manager, & Events Managers to make decisions about event location possibilities.
Research potential sponsorship opportunities.
Manage all sponsorship activities (send marketing materials, booth, coordinate meetings, speaker bio & headshot, unpack materials, keep inventory, etc.).
Create and maintain list of potential event participants, assist with creating event posting on SK website and other placement areas.
Manage all event social media image creation for events.
Understand each Business Units’ objectives in order to create the most impactful events for their teams.
Create and revise room layouts for each event.
Arrange food and beverage needs, order supplies and audiovisual equipment, make travel arrangements, order event signs, and ensure appropriate décor (florals, linens, color schemes, etc.).
Reserve all hotel room blocks and manage room registration details.
Serve as liaison between vendors and SKP staff on event-related matters.
Pre, onsite and post event logistical management.
Send all email invitations and reminders for the internal events.
Coordinate efforts (potentially with support from other internal or external experts) to drive event/webinar awareness and attendance via social media, PR, cold calling, etc.
Prepare nametags, marketing materials, notebooks, packages, gift bags, registration lists, seating cards, etc.
Propose new ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process.
Design and standardize event feedback form.
Record and track feedback and bring innovative ideas for improvements.
Systematically track where event/webinar awareness is coming from.
Track and report all financial information to be provided to stakeholders.
Track ROI for activities.