Michigan is famous for it’s beautiful Autumns, which set a perfect scene for the numerous Fall weddings Stella Event Design has been asked to plan. We are now accepting applications for Fall interns (Event Assistants) to assist us during our 2011 Fall wedding season, September 9-December 9. (November 9-December 9 work is remote, no driving necessary!)
What You’ll Do :: Event Assistants will assist with all day-of wedding tasks including: setting up decor at ceremony and reception sites, assisting vendors with deliveries (ie. cake, flowers, linens, rentals), assisting with ceremony management, assisting vendors as needed throughout the day, ensuring time lines are being followed, trouble shooting problems that arise, communicating with vendors & bridal parties, ensuring accuracy of layouts, and much more. Event Assistants are always working alongside an experienced Event Planner or Coordinator who is there to direct & teach you! Office hours assisting planners throughout the week are also available for the right candidate.
Who We’re Looking For :: We are seeking junior & senior level students pursuing a degree in a related field (public relations, communications, hospitality & tourism, etc.), who are excited about learning the ins-and-outs of event planning, work well with a team, and exhibit a high level of responsibility. Weddings can be a stressful and emotionally charged time for a bride & groom and their families—the ideal candidate is friendly, enthusiastic, calm under pressure, and a great communicator! Most of our events are located in the St. Joseph/Benton Harbor/Harbor Country area, which is approximately 60 minutes from Kalamazoo, 90 minutes from Grand Rapids, and 45 minutes from South Bend. You must be able to travel to Southwest Michigan for events on weekends.
What You’ll Get :: This is an unpaid internship and must apply towards college credit. You will walk away from this internship with 10 weeks of hands-on experience in event planning & execution unlike anything you can learn in a classroom. This internship puts you in the action, working with real clients, professional vendors and beautiful locations throughout Southwest Michigan.
When You’ll Work :: Weddings are scheduled primarily on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Interns will be scheduled to work for a 10-12 week period September 9-November 9 and will assist with 8-12 events. From November 9-December 9 you will assist us with “behind the scenes” work, online from your home. We are happy to take schedules into consideration if given proper notice at start of season. Interns will also be assigned “pre-event†tasks each week, which can often be completed online from home.
How to Apply :: If you’re interested in joining the Stella Event Design Team for our Fall 2011 season, please email your cover letter and resume (.pdf format, please) to intern@stellaeventdesign.com. We will be accepting applications and conducting interviews through September 15! If you have additional questions, please email intern@stellaeventdesign.com (no phone calls, please).
