Events Department Intern

Austin Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational materials provided at no cost

Select field trips

Participation in tastings

Staff trainings

Scheduled intern meals

Job summary

A renowned hospitality organization is seeking an Events Department Intern to support event planning and execution. As part of a mission-driven team, you will manage logistics and assist with events from Wednesday to Sunday. This full-time in-person position offers a chance to gain experience in hospitality and sustainability while earning $18/hour. Ideal candidates should be organized, communicative, and proactive, with a strong interest in the field.

Qualifications

• You must be organized and able to juggle multiple tasks.
• Clear and concise communication skills are required.
• You should be resourceful and able to adapt to shifting situations.
• A curiosity about sustainability and hospitality is important.
• Professional demeanor and maturity are needed.
• Team-oriented collaboration is essential.
• Tech-savviness is necessary, especially with Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize client databases.
• Conduct vendor research and gather proposals.
• Update event checklists, overviews, and timelines.
• Assist Event Managers with logistics and execution.
• Perform administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Organized

Communicative

Resourceful

Curious

Professional

Team-Oriented

Tech-Savvy

Education

Currently enrolled undergraduate students or recent graduates

Tools

Google Suite

InDesign

Tripleseat

Job description

Calling all aspiring event professionals interested in learning at the intersection of hospitality, sustainable food systems, and community gatherings.

About The Role

Blue Hill at Stone Barns is seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Events Department Intern to support the planning and execution of social and corporate events. Together with our nonprofit partner, Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture, we create experiences that showcase regenerative agriculture and culinary excellence.

The Events Department Intern will report to the Director of Events and play a key role in supporting event operations—from day-to-day coordination to hands‑on assistance during events. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to build a foundation in event planning while being immersed in a mission‑driven hospitality environment.

About You

• Organized: You're able to juggle multiple tasks and keep track of the small details that make a big difference.
• Communicative: You're clear, concise, and professional in both written and verbal communication.
• Resourceful: You solve problems before they arise and are quick to adapt when things shift.
• Curious: You’re interested in sustainability, hospitality, and building meaningful guest experiences.
• Professional: You carry yourself with maturity and are comfortable working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Team‑Oriented: You thrive in collaborative environments and are always willing to pitch in.
• Tech‑Savvy: You’re proficient in Google Suite and comfortable using digital tools to stay organized. Experience in InDesign and Tripleseat a plus.

Tasks May Include

• Managing and organizing client databases.
• Conducting vendor research and gathering proposals.
• Updating event checklists, overviews, and timelines.
• Assisting Event Managers with day‑of logistics and execution.
• Performing administrative duties and supporting the team as needed.

Open to currently enrolled undergraduate students and recent graduates.

The Details

• Compensation: $18/hour
• Location & Hours: Full‑time, in‑person position at Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills, NY (~1 hour from NYC), Wednesday through Sunday. This role includes working nights and weekends.
• Blue Hill will provide educational materials at no cost, select field trips, and opportunities to participate in tastings, Blue Hill staff trainings and scheduled intern meals at Blue Hill at Stone Barns and Family Meal at Blue Hill in New York City.

Blue Hill is committed to equity and inclusion throughout every aspect of our work and team. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage BIPOC and/or gender minority candidates to apply.