Spring & Summer Event Management Internship

Iowa Sports Foundation; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid stipend

Mileage reimbursement

Networking opportunities

Resume-building experience

Job summary

The Iowa Sports Foundation is seeking a Spring & Summer Event Management Internship in Ames, IA. This full-time (30+ hours/week) internship offers hands-on planning, coordination, and evaluation of the Winter Iowa Games, Summer Iowa Games, and related events.

You'll assist with marketing, outreach, and volunteer training, while gaining practical experience working on-site with staff and Des Moines area partners.

Qualifications

• Courses in event planning or management.
• Strong communication and marketing skills.
• Experience training and supervising volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and managing events.
• Support marketing efforts and outreach.
• Train and supervise volunteers and staff.
• Coordinate logistics and post-event evaluation.

Skills

Event Planning

Communication

Volunteer management

Organizational skills

On-site work

Education

Pursuing or holding a degree in Event Management or related field

Job description

The Iowa Sports Foundation (ISF) provides sports, recreation, health, and wellness opportunities for Iowans of all abilities. Comprising the Iowa Games, Live Healthy Iowa, Adaptive Sports Iowa, Iowa Senior Games, and the Iowa Corporate Games, ISF has been offering events and programs that benefit participants of all ages and abilities for over 30 years. The foundation's most well-known brand is the Iowa Games, which, along with other events, draws thousands of participants annually. ISF is powered by a dedicated 33-member board that ensures the success and growth of its programs.

Role Description

Spring & Summer Event Management Internship: Mid- January – July 31 (starting and ending dates negotiable) | Full-time (30 + hours per week, hours flexible in Winter/Spring months), located in Ames, IA. The intern will assist in planning, organizing, and managing the Winter Iowa Games, Iowa Senior Games, Summer Iowa Games, and Des Moines Corporate Games. Responsibilities include event planning, coordination, execution, and post-event evaluation. The intern will also be involved in marketing efforts and communications, ensuring successful outreach and promotion of the events. Additional tasks include training and supervising volunteers and staff, and assisting with logistical arrangements.

Qualifications

• Skills in Event Planning and Event Management
• Strong Communication and Marketing skills
• Experience with Training and supervising volunteers and staff
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work on-site in Ankeny, IA, and manage time effectively
• Passion for sports and recreational activities is desirable
• Pursuing or holding a degree in Event Management, Sports Management, Marketing, or a related field

Other Perks

• Paid stipend
• Paid mileage for any travel to and from events
• Have fun while building your resume
• Meet new people and network with Des Moines area businesses