Event Management Co-op Spring 2027 (January - June)

MFS International Australia Pty Ltd; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MFS is seeking a Co-op Event Coordinator to support all event activities from pre-event planning to post-event follow-up, under the supervision of senior event planners. The role focuses on US events with some attention to global events, handling tasks from mailing labels to vendor coordination.

This six-month program runs Monday–Friday, 35–40 hours per week, offering hands-on exposure to budgeting, AV needs, and stakeholder communication in a dynamic asset-management environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong proofreading and organizational skills.
• Self-motivator and a team player.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support Event Management team in the coordination and planning of meetings and events.
• Primary focus will be for US events with some focus on global events.
• Event Production support including database entry to produce mailing labels, name tags, desk name plates, mail merge, shipping etc.
• Email communication, telephone and in-person interactions with meeting attendees and vendors to provide information and/or to comply with special requests.
• Work with Technical /AV Event Production team on special projects/ad hoc requests and help maintain project files.
• Learnings will include site research, vendor contract negotiation, detailing banquet orders, creating event resumes, coordinating AV needs, communicating with stakeholders, budget management.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Proofreading

Team player

MS Outlook

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters - to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures. MFS is a global investment management firm focused on creating long-term value responsibly by doing what's right for our clients every day. Our rich history dates to 1924, when our founders invented the mutual fund. Since then, collaboration and innovation have fueled our success. Our unwavering commitment to finding the best, most durable investment opportunities is what sets us apart - and our success is grounded in our unique approach, disciplined philosophy and collaborative culture.

THE ROLE

Joining our team provides opportunities to share your voice and talents, tackle challenging problems, create solutions and collaborate with dedicated co-workers. This Co-op experience provides participants with meaningful, relevant work experience as part of their academic studies. In addition to daily responsibilities, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a series of structured activities designed to enhance their learning experience including: Co-Op New Hire Orientation Senior Leadership Speaker Series Social & Networking Events Presentation Challenges. At the conclusion of this position, co-ops will have increased their knowledge of investing, the mutual fund industry, employee engagement, and a firm understanding of how event management works at an asset manager.

MFS co-op positions are a 6-month commitment, working Monday - Friday (beginning on Wednesday, January 13th through Friday June 25th, 2027), and work between 35-40 hours.

Our program is designed for undergraduate students who are currently enrolled in a co-op program through their college or university and can meet our requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

This individual will work closely with and under the supervision of senior event planners to support all event activities from pre-event planning to post event follow-up (70%).

• Support Event Management team in the coordination and planning of meetings and events.
• Primary focus will be for US events with some focus on global events.
• Event Production support including database entry to produce mailing labels, name tags, desk name plates, mail merge, shipping etc.
• Email communication, telephone and in-person interactions with meeting attendees and vendors to provide information and/or to comply with special requests.
• Work with Technical /AV Event Production team on special projects/ad hoc requests and help maintain project files (10%).
• Learnings will include site research, vendor contract negotiation, detailing banquet orders, creating event resumes, coordinating AV needs, communicating with stakeholders, budget management.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong proofreading and organizational skills
• Self-motivator and a team player
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook and excel

Standard hours are regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 9:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M), however, there may be rare occasion when this individual is needed to work early mornings and/or evenings to support an event. There may also be a need to be onsite at local events held at nearby hotels or venues. Notice will be given as far in advance as possible.

Hourly Pay Rate: $21.00-$25.00

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email [e-mail] for assistance.

MFS is an Affirminative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State or local EEO law is prohibited.

MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email [e-mail] for assistance.

MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State or local EEO law is prohibited.

Please see the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal document, linked for your reference.

For almost a century, investors around the world have trusted MFS to achieve their investment goals. Since 1924, when our founders invented the mutual fund, collaboration, a long-term focus and skilled active research have fueled our success. As a leading global investment manager, we hire employees who share our values, align with investors who share our long-term philosophy, and always act in the best interest of our clients.