Intern, Special Events (Spring 2027)

Wolf Trap Foundation For The Performing Arts•Vienna, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This internship offers the opportunity to work behind the scenes with the Special Events team, assisting with the daily planning, logistics, coordination, and execution of Wolf Trap’s major fundraising events that help raise $2 million annually. You will also join in on the excitement of planning and coordinating member events and rentals at Wolf Trap’s many unique facilities.

Requirements

Strong computer skills (MS Word and Excel)
Outstanding writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
Efficient organizational skills and ability to multitask with superb attention to detail
Exceptional customer service skills, creativity, and initiative
Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time
Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.)
Occasionally required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms
Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently

Nice To Haves

Experience with Raiser's Edge software is helpful but not necessary

Responsibilities

Coordinate set-up and on-site registration at events
Assist with event invitation and RSVP process by managing information in the donor database
Execute membership fulfillment and cultivation events
Manage logistics for Facility Rentals projects and events
Interact with donors, prospects, and board members on the phone, through email, and on-site at events
Industry research
Vendor outreach
Organizing and managing event supplies
Assist in areas such as sponsorships/development and marketing