Content Intern - Billington CyberSecurity

CloserStill Media Germany GmbH; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CloserStill Media is seeking a Content Intern to support program content development and speaker engagement for Billington CyberSecurity events and related programs in the US. The role offers hands-on experience in event production, speaker coordination, and content planning within a dynamic team.

You will gain exposure to cybersecurity-focused education, learn to plan large-scale events, and develop professional communication and project-management skills while contributing to cross-team

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and careful, accurate approach to proofs.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Good administration and record-keeping abilities.
• Proficient in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with content team and departments to recruit and confirm speakers for summits and webinars.
• Coordinate schedules, calls, and internal meetings; assist with logistics.
• Maintain organized file systems, databases, and internal docs.
• Track deadlines, action items, and follow-ups across programs.
• Draft speaker outreach emails and manage shared inboxes.
• Provide on-site event support and staffing during programs.
• Assist with attendee reports and survey results.
• Help monitor live agendas and speaker tracking documents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Record keeping

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate enrolled or pursuing degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

CRM Software (SalesForce/HubSpot)

Job description

About Closerstill Media

At CloserStill, we strive to deliver the best. We’re on a mission to be the most dynamic B2B events and communities business in every market we serve, bringing people together to learn, connect, and grow.

About Closerstill Media

At CloserStill, we strive to deliver the best. We’re on a mission to be the most dynamic B2B events and communities business in every market we serve, bringing people together to learn, connect, and grow.

Operating across five regions, we power over 200 market‑leading events, publications and brands across Business Technologies, Healthcare, Learning, HR & Education, and Future Transport & Infrastructure.

What truly sets us apart is our people. Our teams are diverse, driven, and united by a shared commitment to excellence. Rooted in our core values of ownership, empathy, teamwork, integrity, and determination, we empower every employee to grow, shape their own path and make a meaningful impact.

Joining CloserStill means being part of something bigger - not just building events, but creating opportunities, connections, and lasting value for the communities we serve.

About Billington Cybersecurity

Since 2010, the senior‑most government officials and industry partners have convened through Billington CyberSecurity educational events to enhance the cybersecurity of the United States and our allied partners.

The annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit, now going into its 18th year, brings together leaders and cybersecurity experts from the White House, intelligence agencies, the military, allied nations, industry, and academia to share strategies, tools, and best practices to help make our nation more secure.

Billington’s State & Local CyberSecurity Summit plays a similar role for U.S. state, municipal, regional and tribal leaders. The Billington Critical Infrastructure CyberSecurity Summit is a national convening to unite all four lifeline sectors — energy, communications, transportation, and water — with every stakeholder in their defense: owner-operators, OT practitioners, state and local leaders, and federal partners, in one room.

Billington CyberSecurity additionally hosts smaller programs throughout the calendar year that support ongoing engagement and convene the cyber security community together across sectors.

The Role & Position Overview

As a Content Intern, you will play a key role in assisting program content development and identifying participating speakers for Billington CyberSecurity’s summits, Leadership Council breakfasts, webinars, and sponsored cyber dialogues.

Being a Billington CyberSecurity Content Intern is an exciting opportunity to collaborate within a dynamic team producing best‑in‑class cybersecurity programs that convene the who’s who in cybersecurity. Content is at the heart of everything the Billington CyberSecurity team does, and this position offers an opportunity to help shape world‑class education and networking opportunities for senior‑level government, military, and industry leaders.

In addition to hands‑on experience in event production, Billington CyberSecurity Content Interns will gain valuable insights into issues affecting the rapidly evolving cybersecurity, AI, and critical infrastructure industries, making it a terrific opportunity for both professional and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

Content Interns are responsible for collaborating with the existing content team and working across departments to recruit and confirm government and private sector speakers to participate in its annual summits, monthly Leadership Council breakfasts, digital programming, and cyber dialogues.

This internship is designed to provide hands‑on experience and learning opportunities while supporting the content team’s day‑to‑day operations. Interns will focus on coordinating, executing, and problem‑solving while gaining insight into higher‑level strategy, speaker engagement, key relationship building, and program development.

Content Team Intern – Roles & Responsibilities

• Administrative & Organizational Support
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating content calls, webinars, and internal meetings
• Help maintain organized file systems, databases, and internal documentation
• Support tracking of deadlines, action items, and follow‑ups across multiple programs
• Assist with coordinating couriers, materials, and general logistics
• Record Keeping & Documentation
• Take detailed notes during content calls, speaker prep calls, and internal meetings
• Capture action items and distribute notes to team members in a timely mannerHelp maintain accurate and up‑to‑date internal records and documentation
• Assist in compiling attendee reports and survey results
• Speaker & Content Coordination Support li>
• Assist in drafting internal and external email communications (speaker outreach, reminders, follow‑ups) and help maintain shared inboxes
• Help track speaker invitations, confirmations, and follow‑ups in spreadsheets or agendas
• Support collection of speaker materials (bios, headshots, forms)
• Help monitor and update live agendas, databases, and speaker tracking documents
• Event & Program Support
• Assist with preparation for summits, webinars, Leadership Council events, and dialogues
• Support meeting logistics and organization
• Provide on‑site event support and staffing
• Learning, Research & Development Focus
• Gain exposure to event content strategy and speaker engagement processes
• Assist with identifying potential speakers, nominees, or industry topics (as needed)
• Learn how to plan and execute large‑scale events and about the cybersecurity industry
• Develop professional communication, organization, and project management skills

Submission Materials

• Resume
• 250 word (max) statement on why this position is of interest to you
• 1‑3 References and/or Letters of Recommendation (to be requested by hiring manager following initial review of application)

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Undergraduate diploma AND/OR currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program/course

Essential Skills

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent attention to detail and careful, accurate approach to checking content and proofs
• Confident written and verbal communication skills
• Good administration skills and clear record‑keeping
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides), or Microsoft Office (Word, Sheets, Powerpoint)
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience in event planning
• Experience using CRM Software, such as SalesForce and HubSpot
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and desire to increase understanding of these concepts

CloserStill Media reserves the right to request a DBS or credit check should the role require it.

Diversity And Inclusion

CloserStill Media embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to continuing to develop a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to age, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status or disability status.