Event Operations Intern – Major Events

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia's State Botanical Garden seeks a Major Events Intern (Part-time) to assist the Major Events Manager in planning and executing large-scale events. You will gain hands-on experience in event coordination, logistics, vendor communication, and on-site operations in a university setting.

Responsibilities include on-site registration, setup and breakdown, attendee communications, preparing materials like agendas and name badges, and helping manage timelines.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in event management, hospitality, or related field.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Attend events and provide on-site operational support with guest registration, setup and breakdown.
• Assist with attendee communication and customer service for major events and other events as directed by Major Events Manager.
• Prepare event materials such as agendas, name badges, floor plans, presentations, etc.
• Help manage event timelines and checklists.
• Other duties as assigned by Major Events Manager.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Flexibility to work weekends/nights

Education

Pursuing a degree in event management or hospitality

Job description

The University of Georgia's State Botanical Garden seeks a Major Events Intern (Part-time) to assist the Major Events Manager in planning and executing large-scale events. You will gain hands-on experience in event coordination, logistics, vendor communication, and on-site operations in a university setting.

Responsibilities include on-site registration, setup and breakdown, attendee communications, preparing materials like agendas and name badges, and helping manage timelines.