Event Coordinator Trainee

Be Marketable; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Be Marketable is seeking an Event Coordinator Trainee to support retail activations in the Chicagoland Area. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in event coordination and marketing, ideal for individuals passionate about learning and growing in the fast-paced world of events.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Entry-level position in event planning and marketing.
• Positive, people-first personality with a passion for learning.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event logistics and setup.
• Execute retail events ensuring smooth operations.
• Engage customers with client products and gather feedback.

Skills

Organizational skills

People skills

Creativity

Multitasking

Job description

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Are you passionate about planning events and bringing people together? Be Marketable is looking for an energetic and organized Event Coordinator Trainee to support retail-based activations across the Chicagoland Area. If you're ready to take your first step into the world of event planning and marketing, this is your chance to shine.

About the Role:

As an Event Coordinator Trainee, you’ll help create memorable retail experiences that attract attention and drive results for our clients. From brainstorming creative event ideas to engaging directly with customers, this role offers a hands-on introduction to the fast-paced world of event coordination and retail marketing.

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with the team to coordinate event logistics, materials, and setup.
• Assist in executing retail events from start to finish, ensuring smooth operations and engaging customer experiences.
• Present client products and services in a face-to-face retail setting to drive interest and enrollment.
• Build relationships with vendors and partners to deliver top-tier event experiences.
• Collect feedback and performance data to help improve future events.
• Contribute creative ideas to make events more impactful and on-brand.

Who You Are:

• A positive, people-first personality who enjoys fast-paced environments.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask effectively.
• Passionate about learning and eager to grow within the retail marketing or event planning field.
• Previous experience in events, promotions, customer service, or brand representation is a plus—but not required.

Why Join Be Marketable:

• Get hands-on experience planning and running retail events.
• Learn from experienced mentors in retail marketing and event execution.
• Opportunities for career advancement in event management or retail marketing.
• Join a fun, ambitious team that values creativity, collaboration, and growth.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service

• Industries

  Advertising Services, Retail, and Consumer Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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