Special Events Intern

“FC Cincinnati”•Cincinnati, OH

33d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Events internship will cover all aspects of hosting revenue generating special events at TQL Stadium on non match days. The position will help aid the special event team in creation of new sales concepts & marketing materials, event planning & event logistics and on site event management during the event. This 14 week position will work an average of 15 hours a week plus 2-3 home matches as special event schedule dictates. There may be weekend, evenings, and holiday hours. This approximate internship duration is January – May 2026 (Spring Semester). This is a paid internship and college credit is available. What You’ll Do: Event Sales: Work with the sales team on client tours and visits Learn the art of event sales marketing and contracting Learn to create menus, floor plans and banquet event orders that fit client’s needs Forecast upcoming events and coordinate with respective managers on coverage/details Work with Director of Special Event Sales on season long event marketing project for new event revenue project Event Management: Assist with coordination of TQL Stadium special events to include: Attend client final walk thru of event space Assist Event Manager in any client set up prior to event day Coordinate with third party vendors on delivery and set up details Ensure all areas involved in event space are ready and set prior to client arrival Work with Event Manager during event

Requirements

Extreme attention to detail
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A positive and personable attitude that fosters ongoing client relationships
Communicate and collaborate with stadium & event operations, sales, guest experience, security, grounds crew, and housekeeping to continuously deliver on client expectations & event production
Current Junior or Senior with a passion and interest in Special Event marketing, planning, selling and execution.
Variety of majors and programs considered with 1 year previous event experience in a collegiate club or professional setting.

Responsibilities

Work with the sales team on client tours and visits
Learn the art of event sales marketing and contracting
Learn to create menus, floor plans and banquet event orders that fit client’s needs
Forecast upcoming events and coordinate with respective managers on coverage/details
Work with Director of Special Event Sales on season long event marketing project for new event revenue project
Attend client final walk thru of event space
Assist Event Manager in any client set up prior to event day
Coordinate with third party vendors on delivery and set up details
Ensure all areas involved in event space are ready and set prior to client arrival
Work with Event Manager during event