Event Management & Guest Experience Intern

About Us:

Fast-growing, dynamic, public event center is looking for a Food & Beverage Intern to support upcoming events including the National High School Finals Rodeo & the Lancaster County Super Fair.

With 400,000 square feet of multi-use spaces on 160 acres, Sandhills Global Event Center (SGEC) has grown into one of Nebraska’s premier destinations for regional, national, and international events. It now proudly hosts over 500 event days annually, drawing over 564,000 visitor days each year, and generating up to $72 million in economic impact through out-of-county visitor spending.

Our mission is to share experiences that showcase the agricultural nature of Lancaster County and to be a major contributor to the county’s youth, culture, and economy. SGEC provides a safe and fun environment for families all year.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Food & Beverage Intern to join our team. This hands-on role supports various aspects of food & beverage operations including banquet and concession stand service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Support: Rotate through various service roles to build a foundation for day-to-day operations.
• Service & Guest Interaction: Provide friendly and courteous service to guests. Ensure compliance with company policies and client expectations.
• Logistics & Planning: Exposure to inventory management, menu selection, and behind-the-scenes event coordination. Maintain and update event-related documentation.
• Vendor Relations: Help coordinate and manage outside food & beverage vendor communication.

Qualifications:

• Must be ages 19 due to alcohol serving laws
• Must obtain a Liquor Server/Seller Permit & Prep Cook Food Handlers license from local government authorities.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Hospitality, Event Management, Communication, or a related field
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Comfortable working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to be on your feet for several hours
• Positive attitude, team-oriented, and eager to learn
• Interest in large-scale public events and event operations

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in end-to-end event management
• Exposure to all aspects of food & beverage coordination
• Opportunities to work on high-visibility community and industry events
• Networking opportunities within the events industry
• Potential for future employment or continued collaboration