Marketing & Events Intern

State of Indiana • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), the State of Indiana’s lead economic development agency, is seeking a creative, organized college student interested in marketing and events. The intern will work with the Senior Manager of Experiential Marketing & Events and the broader Communications & Marketing team to support events, marketing initiatives, brand activations, and special projects that help position Indiana as a destination for talent and business investment.

This 12-week seasonal internship runs from May 11 through July 31. The program is structured as approximately 65% day-to-day work assigned by the Intern Coordinator, 25% work on a special project presented by the intern team at the end of the program, and 10% other engagements such as lunch-and-learns, meetings, tours, and study reports. The position offers hands-on exposure to public-sector communications, content development, project coordination, high-profile initiatives, and planned engagements with the Governor of Indiana, the Secretary of Commerce, and IEDC leadership. The hourly wage is $18. This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven-month continuous period.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, event management, hospitality, business, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to balance multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative, dependable, and willing to help where needed.
• Excited about Indiana and motivated by meaningful work that helps Hoosiers thrive and companies choose Indiana to locate, grow, and invest.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with basic design, presentation, or project management tools.
• Creative thinker who enjoys turning ideas into experiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing IEDC events, conferences, trade shows, business development activities, and other brand experiences.
• Support event logistics, including schedules, materials, signage, guest information, vendor coordination, and onsite needs.
• Help prepare event briefs, run-of-show documents, checklists, and other planning materials.
• Assist with onsite event execution and coordination as opportunities arise.
• Research event trends, creative activations, and best practices to strengthen Indiana’s presence at key events.
• Assist with developing and organizing marketing materials, presentations, promotional items, and other branded assets.
• Support marketing campaigns and initiatives that promote Indiana to businesses, talent, and key audiences.
• Help ensure materials and experiences reflect IEDC and Indiana brand standards.
• Research competitors, target audiences, and emerging marketing trends to inform projects.
• Contribute creative ideas for showcasing Indiana’s industries, communities, and competitive advantages.
• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and planning discussions.
• Collaborate with communications, digital, marketing, and business development team members.
• Support project coordination, shared files, timelines, and other team needs.
• Complete a special project supporting the IEDC’s mission and develop and present an original marketing or experiential concept.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern