Marketing Intern - Event Coordination

Central States Industrial (CSI); Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team-oriented environment

Community events participation

Job summary

Central States Industrial (CSI) seeks a Marketing Intern - Event Coordination to assist with planning, coordinating, and executing CSI’s major events across multiple locations. The intern will support the Marketing team with graphic design using Adobe Creative Suite and maintain event logistics, item selections, orders, shipments, and distribution details.

The role emphasizes strong organization, attention to detail, proactive follow-up, and the ability to work independently with minimal

Qualifications

• Strong event planning and coordination experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to track deadlines, orders, and vendor info.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and proactive follow-up.
• Strong written and verbal communication with vendors and stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills and multi-tasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CSI events across multiple locations (venues, catering, AV, transportation, rentals, supplies).
• Maintain event timelines, budgets, vendor info, contracts, deadlines, and attendee details.
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams; confirm arrangements and follow-up on outstanding items.
• Assist with employee apparel, gifts, and swag; track selections, sizes, orders, and shipments.
• Organize and ship event materials, including out-of-state items; maintain distribution records.
• Support graphic design and marketing projects using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Prepare, format, and proof marketing materials for print and digital channels.

Skills

Event coordination

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

University enrollment

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Marketing Intern - Event Coordination (15-25 hours per week)

Pay: $18 – $20 an hour

Location: Springfield, MO

This internship supports the planning, coordination, and execution of CSI’s major events and related employee programs across multiple locations. The Marketing Intern - Event Coordination will help keep event logistics, employee participation, item selections, orders, shipments, distribution details, and follow-up needs organized and accurate.

The role also supports the Marketing team with graphic design, artwork preparation, and basic formatting projects using Adobe Creative Suite. Success in this role requires strong organization, exceptional attention to detail, proactive follow-up, and the ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist with coordinating CSI events across multiple locations, including venues, catering, entertainment, A/V, transportation, rentals, supplies, signage, and other event needs.
• Help maintain event timelines and planning details, including budgets, vendor information, contracts, deadlines, payment documentation, attendee information, and follow-up items.
• Support communication with vendors and internal teams by gathering information, confirming arrangements, following up on outstanding items, and helping keep event activities on schedule.
• Assist with CSI’s employee apparel, gifts, and swag programs, including tracking selections, sizes, quantities, orders, shipments, delivery dates, and distribution details.
• Help organize, pack, and ship event materials, including materials for events outside Missouri, while maintaining accurate records of orders, receipts, and distribution status.
• Assist with graphic design and marketing projects using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, including signage, event materials, apparel graphics, presentations, flyers, and forms.
• Support the preparation, formatting, and proofing of marketing materials for print, digital, apparel, promotional products, and events while helping maintain organized files and accurate final materials.

What You Bring

• Strong event planning, event coordination, or project coordination experience
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to track deadlines, selections, orders, shipments, vendor information, and follow-up items accurately
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and proactively follow up when information or decisions are needed
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with employees, vendors, and internal stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple details and priorities at once
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Currently enrolled in a University program, preferably pursuing a degree in Communications, Event Management, or related field.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to interact with employees verbally and in writing, remain in a stationary position for 80% of the workday, have close visual acuity, and constantly operate a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a phone, copy/fax/scan machine, computer keyboard and mouse with or without reasonable accommodation. This position also requires the ability to occasionally lift, stoop, bend, and lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Why CSI

• Competitive hourly pay: $18 – $20 per hour
• Team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to participate in company activities and community events

About CSI

CSI provides state-of-the‑steel process equipment and services to the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries.

We are a growing company with a passion for providing superior customer service. Our work environment is rooted in respect, teamwork, continual learning, growth, and community.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource, which is why we are committed to investing in our team. We offer a wide range of benefits including health and wellness, paid time off, retirement planning, and continuing education support. We also enjoy hosting company luncheons, casual Fridays, a wellness program, and providing opportunities for volunteering in local community charitable events.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSI has a long-standing policy of Equal Opportunity in employment. Our practice is to fill positions by selecting applicants who can perform the work in a competent and professional manner. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or individuals with disabilities.

U.S. federal law requires completion of employment eligibility verification upon hire. CSI participates in E‑Verify. Applicants must have the right to work in the United States.