KIP Spring 2027 - Events Intern - Atlas Network

Standtogether; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development programs

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Atlas Network is seeking a detail-oriented intern to support its Events team in Arlington, VA. The role involves planning and executing conferences, seminars, and workshops, coordinating with vendors, and handling attendee communications.

You will assist in logistics, budgeting, marketing materials, and on-site event support, with opportunities for professional development and a flexible work-from-home option where feasible.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative mindset and willingness to learn.
• Passion for event planning and management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the event planning team to plan conferences, seminars, workshops, and social gatherings.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and service providers for events (caterers, AV, decorators).
• Help manage logistics: venue selection, transportation, and accommodation.
• Assist in managing guest lists, registrations, and RSVPs; provide attendee support.
• Create event marketing materials (flyers, social posts, emails).
• Be on-site to support staff and address issues during events.
• Maintain event files, budgets, invoices, and post-event evaluations.
• Gather feedback to improve future events.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Creative mindset

Event planning

Job description

The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers professional development, leadership training, and meaningful work experience at non‑profits tackling some of our nation's most pressing policy challenges all over the United States. Early‑career professionals including undergraduate/graduate/law students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Eligible candidates will be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States through the duration of the program. Successful candidates will interview with both our non‑profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff.

The Events Department at Atlas Network is actively searching for a detail‑oriented and organized individual with a proven track record of meeting deadlines and a strong desire to learn about the operations of a nonprofit organization. Atlas Network is dedicated to supporting free‑market, libertarian think tanks in both the United States and abroad through our Coach, Compete, Celebrate model. This model encompasses providing our partner organizations with world‑class training opportunities, funding options, and hosting events worldwide.

Our Events team is responsible for planning and executing exceptional events year‑round across five different continents. This team collaborates with on‑site vendors, manages travel itineraries for staff and partners, and designs programming for our Regional Liberty Forums and flagship event, Liberty Forum and Freedom Dinner.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with the event planning team to help plan and organize events, including conferences, seminars, workshops, and social gatherings
• Assist in identifying and coordinating with vendors, suppliers, and service providers required for events, such as caterers, audio‑visual technicians, and decorators
• Help manage event logistics, including venue selection and arrangements for transportation and accommodation
• Assist in managing guest lists, registrations, and RSVPs. Provide information and support to event attendees as needed
• Assist in creating event marketing materials, such as flyers, social media posts, and email campaigns
• Be present at events to provide on‑site support, coordinate with staff, and address any issues that may arise during the event
• Maintain event files, records, and documentation, including budgets, invoices, and post‑event evaluations
• Gather feedback from event attendees and team members to identify areas for improvement in future events

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail‑oriented and highly organized
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Creative and innovative mindset
• Enthusiastic and passionate about event planning and management

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, Atlas Network interns are able to participate in a variety of professional development programs.

Internship Details:

• Preference to applicants who can regularly be in the Arlington Virginia office
• Position is eligible for a flexible work from home schedule

Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participantsand applicantswith honesty, dignity, respectand sensitivity.We welcome all qualified applicants regardless ofcolor,race,religion,religious creed,sex,genderor gender identity,gender expression,sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy(including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),military andveteran status,genetic information,maritalor familialstatus, political affiliation,or any other legallyrecognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.