Event Production Internship- Spring Training Program

Company Overview

Agency EA, a part of EA Collective, is a 100% employee-owned, WBENC-certified, award-winning experiential marketing agency specializing in live, virtual, and hybrid experiences for global brands. Known for its ability to blend strategy, creativity, and flawless execution, Agency EA partners with clients to bring their brands to life through impactful events, immersive environments, and engaging digital activations.

We are looking for dreamers and doers who have the passion to champion big ideas and the talent to bring them to life. A place of acceptance and open dialogue, we strive to foster a culture where differences are not just valued, but celebrated. Come do your best and be your best in a casual yet vibrant workplace where we prioritize professional and personal growth, commit to causes we believe in, and ensure a diverse and inclusive community.

This position is based in Chicago and will involve a combination of remote and in-office work with approximately 30-40 hours a week. This role also requires travel to multiple markets to support client activations and events.

Program Overview

Our Train-to-Hire Internship Program is designed for students and recent graduates who are eager to launch their careers through hands-on experience, structured training, and real project exposure. This program serves as a talent pipeline for entry-level roles. Successful interns who demonstrate strong performance, learning agility, and match business needs may receive a full-time job offer at the end of the program.

What We’re Looking For

• Current Senior or recent graduate.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in a professional environment.
• Good communication, teamwork, and time-management abilities.
• Positive attitude, adaptability, and motivation to pursue a long-term career with us.
  
  
  

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on, practical experience in experiential event production.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Exposure to real projects, tools, and workflows.
• Opportunity to build a career pathway leading to potential full-time employment.
• A certificate of completion and performance feedback at the end of the internship.
  
  
  

Position Overview

The Event Production Intern will support EA’s Production Department, helping with internal administration/operations, and assisting with project pre-production and onsite execution for client events. This entry-level position requires an eager individual with a strong work ethic and the desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment. This is a paid opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Work on multiple internal and client project assignments with a variety of production technical production team members and other Agency EA departments
• Provide administrative and project management support to Lead Producers and other project team members to ensure the success of client programs
• Participate in full project life cycle including brainstorming, strategy development, project kick-offs, pre-production and onsite execution
• Employ strong problem-solving skills and provide recommendations to assigned project deliverables
• Research and gather information in planning the execution of events
• Anticipate project needs to meet deadlines
• Serve as liaison between vendors, staff and clients regarding event details
• Work onsite at events supporting production teams and project roles as needed
• Provide status reports to Production Team as necessary
• Coordinate and attend site visits if need arise
• Assist Producers in updating project timelines, processing vendor purchase orders, tracking invoices and payment status.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree or equivalent field experience in event industry
• Proficient using G Suite products latest versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Slides, PowerPoint and Keynote
• Client centric mentality
• Take initiative and demonstrate confidence
• Superior attention to detail
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment
• Organizational and project management skills
• Eager to learn in a fast paced, ever changing environment
• Strong work ethic
• Desire to succeed
  
  
  

Additional Information

• Candidates must be able to work from the River North Chicago office at least 3 days a week.
• This position will be local to the Chicago area within a hybrid model of working in-office on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursdays and work from home on two days. Agency EA is located in the River North neighborhood of Chicago.
• Compensation: This is a paid internship; $17/hour
• Credits: This is eligible for college credit, depending on university requirements.
• Duration: 3 to 6 month-Internship (schedule to be determined in consideration of any school requirements)- possibility of extension based on project needs