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Job Description

The Marketing & Events Intern will help coordinate a variety of events across four departments served by the School of Humanities & Global Studies. Learning from experienced staff, this internship will provide valuable hands-on experience in coordinating logistics and timelines ensuring the smooth operation of events.

Job Duties

• Meets with designated event leads to plan and organize event logistics
• Attends events as scheduled (weekdays including some evenings and occasional weekend)
• Contacts and coordinates various vendors including facility services, catering, speakers etc.
• Provides event set up and support
• Develops marketing materials to promote events

Skills/Requirements

• Excellent organizational and task management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with MS Office applications, Canva or other graphic design programs
• Trustworthy, dependable, positive attitude
• Creative problem solving and attention to detail
• Time management skills and ability to work independently to meet deadlines
• Prior experience coordinating events is preferred.

Required Qualifications

To qualify for this internship, applicants must be enrolled in at least twelve undergraduate credits per semester, be in good academic standing with the University, and maintain a 3.5 in-major GPA.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in events/marketing.

Education

Must be enrolled in at least twelve undergraduate credits per semester, be in good academic standing with the University, and maintain a 3.5 in-major GPA.

Student Learning/Internship Outcomes

Within this position, the intern will:

• Gain practical event coordinator experience
• Gain practical marketing experience
• Create two professional goals (in collaboration with supervisor) to support individual career pursuits

Compensation

$13.00/hour

Hours

This position requires the ability to work approximately 6 hours per week. Most of the hours for this position will fall between 8AM-4:30PM, Monday through Friday; however, the schedule will be flexible based on events.

Contact Information

For specific position details and questions: Lindsey Cheever, lcheever@uwsp.edu

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.