Internship - Event Coordnator

rock what you gotSaint Paul, MNtoday

$14.25 per hour

Occupations

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other Project Management Specialists

Industries

Convention and Trade Show Organizers Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities

Event Coordinator InternJoin our dynamic team as an Event Coordinator Intern, working across lively cultural and community events at Plaza del Sol and our signature Rock What You Got Fund Live Events, including our impactful Pay Gap Shows. You'll help bring diverse events to life from weddings and galas to nonprofit performancessupporting planning, promotion, and seamless execution. This internship is exclusively bilingual (English/Spanish), for someone who can connect authentically with our Latino-owned vendors, guests, and partners.

Responsibilities:

Assist in planning all types of events (weddings, galas, Pay Gap Shows, live performances and nonprofit functions)
Manage communications with vendors, sponsors, and community partners in both English and Spanish
Help coordinate setup and tear down: dcor, seating, AV, signage, and vendor needs
Maintain accurate guest lists, seating charts, RSVP tracking, and timeline updates
Provide on-site support to welcome guests, troubleshoot issues, and ensure a smooth flow
Collaborate on marketing and promotion: social media, flyers, website updates, and bilingual outreach
Handle administrative tasks like scheduling, inventory management, invoices, and contracts

Requirements:

Currently enrolled, or recently graduated, in a college program (Hospitality, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, or related). May consider people who are interested in getting into Event Management, but not yet enrolled.
Fluent in both English and Spanishspoken and written
Strong organization, multitasking, and time-management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Comfortable working evenings and weekends as needed
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with event software is a plus
Positive, proactive approach in a fast-paced, culturally diverse environment

Benefits:

Paid at St. Paul's minimum wage (currently $14.25/hr)
Part-time or full-time options available (up to 2030 hours per week). Flexible, event-driven schedule including some evenings, weekends, and occasional peak periods.
Flexible with class and school requirements

What You'll Gain:

Hands-on experience across nonprofit and cultural event coordination
Development of bilingual communication and community outreach skills
Mentorship from experienced event professionals and nonprofit leaders
Opportunity to build relationships with Latino-owned vendors and performing artists
Play a meaningful role in diverse eventsfrom community celebrations to social-impact shows

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Level

InternL1

Salary

$14.25 per hour

Location

Saint Paul, MN

Occupation

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

Industry

Convention and Trade Show Organizers

Posted

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