What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Coordinator Internship position at The Risher Companies?
Do you love to entertain and create memorable experiences for others?
Does planning activities and designing exciting atmospheres sound like more fun than work?
Start building your professional network and gaining experience in the community event field today with an internship with RISHER AMENITY MANAGEMENT. From large scale community events to small intimate programs, our robust internship program has successfully mentored, guided, and prepared individuals interested in having a career in events since 2009. We have helped students satisfy school credits and requirements through paid and unpaid internship opportunities and are ready to prepare you to enter the event planning field upon completion.
An internship with Risher offers a comprehensive experience in the event industry. Our interns work alongside our Lifestyle Directors to see first-hand how we construct, schedule, and execute community events and programs based on our client’s needs. From the initial understanding of what the client is looking for to securing space, assembling activities, and executing all aspects of the event, our directors and interns are involved with every detail of making the vision come to fruition.
Risher focuses on ensuring the clients/communities receive the event they imagined, and all attendees have a safe and pleasant experience. We offer event and activity management to the highest standard and aim to provide unparalleled customer service to all individuals. Interns will experience how our directors integrate their creativity and passion into reality through their daily operations.
Risher interns will complete most of their internship hours at one or two locations but will have the opportunity to visit all sites and speak with each Lifestyle Director about their personal experience within the industry.
Risher Amenity Management Internship Objectives
Work alongside Lifestyle Directors
Participate in the planning of various sizes and styles of community events and programs
Assist in the design of activities and details required for each
Assist in marketing and advertising of events
Set the standard for and provide clients and attendees with exceptional customer service
Observe and shadow Directors and staff at events
Receive hands on experience by attending and helping at events
Create itemized budgets, site maps, and marketing materials through various mediums
Learn about space designing, facility management, staffing, and administrative operations
Visit a variety of sites to speak with Lifestyle Directors
Experience different locations and community amenities available for events
Risher Amenity Management Internship Requirements
Must be seeking a degree
CPR/AED certification required or must be obtained with 30 days of start of internship
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be dependable and have reliable transportation
Must be punctual, friendly, and have a positive attitude
Must always maintain a professional appearance
Must be organized and able to perform a variety of tasks including laborious assignments
Ability to multi-task, work independently and with a team, and perform detail-oriented functions