Sales Event Intern - Spring 2027

Hersheypark; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free admission to Hersheypark

Parking

Discounts on food & shopping

Job summary

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts invites university students to join the Hersheypark Group Sales team as a Sales Event Intern in Hershey, PA. You will assist in planning and executing group events, acting as a liaison for guests, and delivering outstanding guest service.

The role offers hands-on experience with on-site events, exposure to destination Hershey, and perks like free Hersheypark admission, parking, and discounts.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior in college or graduate student in an MBA program majoring in Business, Hospitality, Communications, or related field.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to Events Manager by participating in group sales event planning and execution.*
• Participation with onsite group sales events.*
• Answering telephones, fielding questions, and processing event details.*
• Providing accurate information regarding HERSHEYPARK as well as Destination HERSHEY to customers.*
• General office duties include printing signage, merging contracts and managing spreadsheets*
• Hersheypark related duties as a Sales Duty Manager such as welcoming clients & customers to the picnic area at Hersheypark, collecting picnic admission tickets, providing general Hersheypark information to guests. *
• Processing Group Orders for Call Center support*
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership

MS Office

Education

Undergraduate student or MBA candidate

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts | Hershey Press Building
Hershey, PA 17033, USA

Description

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company (HE&R) is an award-winning entertainment & hospitality organization with properties including: Hersheypark, The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge, Giant Center, Restaurants, and more. Our team members share a common goal of upholding the legacy of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, while striving to live by our company's Core Values: Devoted to the Legacy, Selfless Spirit of Service, Team Focused, and Respectful of Others. Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is committed to cultivating diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce, marketplace, and community, and is proud to help fulfill the dream of our founder by providing value to Milton Hershey School.

The Sales Event Intern assists in event planning and execution with the Hersheypark Group Sales team. The Sales Event Internship will provide hands‑on experience with facilitating on‑site events, acting as a liaison for small and large groups, providing excellent guest service, and being immersed in the Hershey destination.

As a Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Intern, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission and parking to Hersheypark, discounts on food & shopping, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID!

Job Duties (Duties marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this job):

• Providing support to Events Manager by participating in group sales event planning and execution.*
• Participation with onsite group sales events.*
• Answering telephones, fielding questions, and processing event details.*
• Providing accurate information regarding HERSHEYPARK as well as Destination HERSHEY to customers.*
• General office duties include printing signage, merging contracts and managing spreadsheets*
• Hersheypark related duties as a Sales Duty Manager such as welcoming clients & customers to the picnic area at Hersheypark, collecting picnic admission tickets, providing general Hersheypark information to guests. *
• Processing Group Orders for Call Center support*
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior in college or graduate student in an MBA program majoring in Business, Hospitality, Communications, or related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• The ability to speak, read, and write English
• Proven leadership skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications

Job Demands:

• This internship will last from February 15 2027 – May 2027 (with the ability to work seasonal weekends).
• Must be willing to work 1-2 weekends a month including both Saturday and Sunday throughout April and May.
• The selected candidate's work schedule will occur during typical business hours Monday - Friday, and will be flexible based off their spring semester schedule.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer
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