Job Description

About us:

The Hill is a top US political website, read by the White House and more lawmakers than any other site -- vital for policy, politics, and election campaigns.

The Hill Events team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Events Intern for the summer. This internship presents an exciting opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in event planning and execution within the fast-paced world of political media. The intern will work closely with The Hill's Events team to support the planning and implementation of a wide range of events, from small roundtables to large-scale conferences.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist in the planning and logistics of events, including venue research, vendor coordination, and on-site support.

- Collaborate with the Events team on event marketing strategies, including social media promotion and email campaigns.

- Aid in the coordination of guest lists, RSVPs, and attendee communications.

- Provide on-site support during events, ensuring smooth execution and attendee satisfaction.

- Assist with post-event activities such as attendee follow-up, data collection, and event analysis.

- Conduct research on industry trends and best practices to contribute innovative ideas to the Events team.

Qualifications:

- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program, preferably in Journalism, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

- Previous experience with event planning or coordination is a plus but not required.

- Interest in Journalism, politics, media, or related fields is preferred.

Benefits:

- Gain valuable experience in event planning and execution within a prominent media organization.

- Work closely with experienced professionals in the Events industry.

- Networking opportunities with political figures, media personalities, and industry leaders.

- Competitive stipend for the duration of the internship.

- Potential for professional growth and recommendation for future opportunities.

Compensation Range: $18.40 hourly based upon experience

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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