Corporate Events Intern

Island; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real‑world experience running events

Mentorship from experienced event and

Exposure to cross‑functional teams and

Portfolio‑ready projects and strong参考

In‑office wellness instructor anddaily

Job summary

Island is seeking an organized Corporate Events Intern to support our events team in planning and executing internal and external events, including conferences, trade shows, and webinars. You’ll work closely with marketing, sales, and leadership to gain hands-on experience across the event lifecycle.

The role is a full-time in‑office position at our Coppell, TX headquarters, offering mentorship from experienced event and marketing professionals and portfolio-worthy projects within

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree and/or graduate studies in Hospitality, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication; comfortable working with vendors, colleagues, and guests.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and logistics for corporate events, including venue research, vendor coordination, catering, AV, and travel arrangements.
• Build and maintain event timelines, run-of-show documents, budgets, and checklists to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
• Manage attendee registration, RSVPs, guest lists, and event communications such as invitations, reminders, and follow-up emails.
• Coordinate event materials and swag, including ordering, shipping, inventory tracking, and on-site setup.
• Help on-site at events with check-in, setup and teardown, guest support, and problem-solving in real time.
• Assist with virtual and hybrid events by setting up platforms, testing tech, and supporting speakers and attendees.
• Collect post-event data, including attendance, survey feedback, and lead lists, and help prepare recap reports.
• Research upcoming industry conferences and trade shows and recommend sponsorship or attendance opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Event Management or Marketing or Communications or Business

Tools

Salesforce

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Island is shaping the future of work - creating an enterprise workspace for both knowledge workers and agents - where access, security, and AI-powered productivity are built in. Our enterprise agentic control plane boosts productivity across devices, browsers, applications, networks, and data while protecting sensitive information, simplifying access, and helping enterprises scale AI safely.

Behind all of that is a team of people who care deeply about their craft and want to do the biggest and best work of their careers. At Island, character and drive matter more than your resume.

Backed by Coatue Management, Insight Partners, Sequoia Capital, Cyberstarts, and other world-class investors, Island is used by millions of people at some of the planet’s largest enterprises.

Come build with us. Together, we’re changing how the world works.

2026 - #28 + ONLY DFW Company on the CNBC Disruptor 50 List

2025 - #1 in LinkedIn’s Top Startups of 2025

2025 - #6 in the 2025 Dallas 100 Entrepreneur Awards

2025 - Forbes Cloud 100

ABOUT THE TEAM

Island’s Marketing team tells the story of how we’re changing the way the world works. We bring the Island brand to life through campaigns, content, events, and digital programs that reach enterprise leaders and the millions of people who use our product. Our team is fast-moving, creative, and collaborative, and we work closely with Sales, Product, and Customer Success to build awareness and drive pipeline. As an intern, you’ll get hands‑on experience on real projects with real impact.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for an organized, energetic Corporate Events Intern to support our events team in planning and running internal and external events, including conferences, trade shows, customer dinners, employee gatherings, and virtual webinars. You’ll get hands‑on experience with every stage of an event, from early logistics through post‑event reporting, while working closely with marketing, sales, and leadership teams.

How We Work

Note: This position is full‑time five days per week in‑office at our Coppell, TX headquarters (Monday through Friday). We believe collaboration and culture thrive face‑to‑face, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Support planning and logistics for corporate events, including venue research, vendor coordination, catering, AV, and travel arrangements.
• build and maintain event timelines, run‑of‑show documents, budgets, and checklists so nothing falls through the cracks.
• Manage attendee registration, RSVPs, guest lists, and event communications such as invitations, reminders, and follow‑up emails.
• Coordinate event materials and swag, including ordering, shipping, inventory tracking, and on‑site setup.
• Help on‑site at events with check‑in, setup and teardown, guest support, and problem‑solving in real time.
• Assist with virtual and hybrid events by setting up platforms, testing tech, and supporting speakers and attendees.
• Collect post‑event data, including attendance, survey feedback, and lead lists, and help prepare recap reports.
• Research upcoming industry conferences and trade shows and recommend sponsorship or attendance opportunities.

YOU MIGHT BE A FIT IF

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree/ and or graduate in Hospitality, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication, and comfort working with vendors, colleagues, and guests.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, experience with tools like Sales Force, Excel,PPT
• A proactive, calm attitude under pressure and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
• Availability for occasional early mornings, evenings, or travel for events.

Benefits and Per** ks**

• Real‑world experience running events from start to finish.
• Mentorship from experienced event and marketing professionals.
• Exposure to cross‑functional teams and how events drive business goals.
• Portfolio‑ready projects and a strong professional reference.
• In‑office wellness instructor and daily lunches (for office‑based roles)

Physical Environment

This position requires the ability to perform sedentary work, which involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects as needed. The employee will primarily operate standard office equipment and keyboards, and may require close visual acuity for tasks like analyzing data and reading extensive text.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Island is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their background or protected characteristics.

E-Verify

Island Technology participates in E-Verify. For additional information please review the E-Verify Participation & Right to Work Poster from the Department of Homeland Security.

General Disclosure

The job description is subject to change with or without prior notice, and a reasonable accommodation may be requested to perform the essential functions of the job.

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