Experiential Marketing & Events Intern

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Indiana (IEDC) offers a Marketing & Experiential Events internship in Indiana. You will support events, brand activations and marketing campaigns while gaining hands-on experience in public-sector communications and project coordination.

The 12-week program runs May 11 through July 31, with 65% day-to-day work, 25% a special project, and 10% other engagements like lunches, tours and study reports. Pursuing a related bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, event management, hospitality, business or a related field.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Creative thinker with the ability to translate ideas into experiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to balance multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing IEDC events, conferences, trade shows, business development activities and other brand experiences.
• Support event logistics, including schedules, materials, signage, guest information, vendor coordination and onsite needs.
• Help prepare event briefs, run-of-show documents, checklists and other planning materials.
• Assist with onsite event execution and coordination as opportunities arise.
• Research event trends, creative activations and best practices to strengthen Indiana’s presence at key events.
• Assist with developing and organizing marketing materials, presentations and branded assets.
• Support marketing campaigns and initiatives that promote Indiana to businesses and talent.
• Ensure materials reflect IEDC and Indiana brand standards.
• Research competitors and emerging marketing trends to inform projects.
• Contribute ideas for showcasing Indiana’s industries and competitive advantages.
• Participate in team meetings and planning discussions.
• Collaborate with communications, digital, marketing and business development team members.
• Support project coordination, shared files, timelines and other team needs.
• Complete a special project that supports the IEDC’s mission and presents an original marketing concept.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Creative thinking

Multitasking

Education

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, event management, hospitality, business or related field

Tools

Design tools

Presentation software

Project management tools

Job description

State of Indiana (IEDC) offers a Marketing & Experiential Events internship in Indiana. You will support events, brand activations and marketing campaigns while gaining hands-on experience in public-sector communications and project coordination.

The 12-week program runs May 11 through July 31, with 65% day-to-day work, 25% a special project, and 10% other engagements like lunches, tours and study reports. Pursuing a related bachelor’s degree is preferred.