Events Intern
Summary: This paid part-time internship provides administrative support to the Program & Events Coordinator for the Douglas County Chamber (DCC). This position will not exceed 25 hours per week. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in event management, business engagement, nonprofit operations, and community programming within a fast-paced chamber of commerce environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide administrative and project support to the Program & Events Coordinator Assist with management and maintenance of events & programming calendars for DCC Assist with event registration and provide customer service for event registration Assist with event preparation and learn Chamber operations and event management. Assist with event set-up Provide administrative support to staff as directed by Events staff This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict other tasks that may be assigned. Flexible daytime hours are available; however, occasional early morning, evening, or off-site event support may be required. Accountability This position reports directly to the Program & Events Coordinator. Assigned work is performed independently with oversight from the Program & Events Coordinator. The individual in this position must exercise initiative and judgment in the performance of duties. Qualifications Preferred candidates are pursuing studies in communications, marketing, hospitality, business administration, nonprofit management, event management, or related fields. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Training and detailed information will be provided for any specific knowledge, and tools needed to effectively complete assigned tasks. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, this position should have experience with: Windows Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Project Management Systems such as Monday, Asana, or Basecamp Canva (preferred, not required) Email Marketing Platforms (preferred, not required) Job Knowledge/Skills Be detail oriented and well-organized Have strong customer service focus and relationship-building abilities Show comfort in both oral and written communications Ability to work both in teams and independently Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively with a high degree of accuracy Ability to consistently meet project deliverables and deadlines Willingness to learn The Douglas County Chamber is a mission-driven organization dedicated to promoting an inclusive business community that collaboratively drives economic growth, sustainability, and innovation for a lasting positive impact in the Douglas region. The Chamber strives to be the place where partnerships and businesses thrive.
Douglas County Chamber – Events Intern
The Douglas County Chamber is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. 