Parks & Rec - Special Events Intern

Kennesaw -ga.gov•Kennesaw, GA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to educate and provide valuable experience to students who have a passion for public service, and would like to pursue a career in events, local government, or recreation.

Requirements

Currently in college, either undergraduate or graduate programs, working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Recreation, or related field
Interested in events, hospitality, parks and/or recreation
Passion for event management and the public sector
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Verbal communication
Organization
Timeline management
Professionalism
Customer focus
Critical thinking

Responsibilities

Assist in the pre-event activities such as prep and set up.
Monitor and assist with tear down and clean up after events.
Attend meetings to ensure full understanding of the scope of each event.
Gather and purchase supplies.
Communicate with supervisor, City employees, law enforcement, vendors, entertainers, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, give direction and resolve problems.
Understand the overall vision and mission of the city, including the brand, service to the citizens/general public, and all other aspects of service.
Engage with citizens or other city employees and provides service.
Provide suggestions to Event Team for improving functionality of the events.
Accept designated, city-focus projects to research, propose ideas and solutions, and present final project during the internship.
Ability to work in a high stress, face paced environment and pivot when needed.
Other duties as assigned.