Purpose

The purpose of the Events Internship is to supplement academic learning with practical experience in the areas of event planning, coordination and execution.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Events Coordinator, assist in the coordination and implementation of various special events, including career fairs and other employer events.

Position to include assistance with:

• Event planning, promotion, and on-site execution
• Public relations outreach
• Employer relations programming
• General office duties
• Computer database input/coordination; potential opportunities for management of online job listings system

Desired Qualifications

Current UW student with an interest in communications, event-planning, writing or public relations. Good writing and communications skills.

Compensation and Hours

This an unpaid internship, but we are happy to work with the successful candidate to obtain academic credit. The intern will work a minimum of 10 hours per week.

Supervisor

Emma O'Neill, Events Coordinator

To Apply

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter through HuskyJobs, to position # 47608.  This position is open until filled, with a preferred start-date of January 6, 2010.

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