Events Internship - DC
About Us
Markham is a leading event production and management company that is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and has offices in NYC and LA. Markham has 95+ full time employees in 24+ states and 200+ 1099ers. Markham has a strong commitment to progressive causes, excellence, innovation, and employee retention and development. We value diversity, inclusivity, and a positive work culture that fosters collaboration and growth.
Job Description
Who we are:
Markham is a leading event production and management company headquartered in Washington, D.C., and has offices in NYC and LA. Markham has 95+ full-time employees in 24+ states and 200+ 1099ers. Markham is strongly committed to progressive causes, excellence, innovation, and employee retention and development. We value diversity, inclusivity, and a positive work culture that fosters collaboration and growth.
Requirements
What you get to do:
- As part of the Events Team, this internship will work directly with Events staff members on various projects.
- Assist in day-to-day organizational tasks and coordination of event production materials.
- Assist with creative activations, brainstorming, and post-event reporting
- Assist with speaker prep, recording, and technical assistance for virtual events
- Help with venue scouting, walkthroughs, staffing, and other support for in-person events
- Manage long-term and short-term research projects
- Assist and support other departments within the organization if needed
- Other duties as assigned
Who you are:
- Interest in a career in event planning, progressive issue-based advocacy, logistics, and/or operations
- Hospitality, events, and/or customer service background
- Strong organizational abilities
- Eagerness to learn and willingness to ask questions
- Resourceful attitude and keen attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Experience in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is a must
- Professional phone etiquette and customer service skills
- Well-organized with an eye for detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
- Ability to work well under minimal supervision
- Ability to work on multiple projects at one time in an efficient manner
- Ability to work in a high-energy environment
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Available to work overtime and weekends
- Ability to travel locally for meetings and events as needed