Event Marketing Intern at Activate Inc. | Ferndale, MI

Activate Inc.

Event Marketing Intern

Ferndale, MI (Hybrid)

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Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Support experiential production operations as a Summer 2026 Internship, handling logistics, asset prep, and team coordination.

Own logistics tasks like vendor coordination, sourcing, packing, and staging event materials.
Must-have: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Standout: Hybrid in-office role based in Ferndale, Michigan with hands-on experience across production workflows.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Support development of production documents (workbacks, contact lists, trackers)
Assist with vendor coordination, sourcing, and logistics planning
Help manage budgets, quotes, and production documentation
Conduct research and price comparisons
Contribute to internal communication and planning workflows
Participate in warehouse prep days
Assist with organizing, packing, and staging event materials
Support inventory tracking and asset preparation
Assist with event load-in, execution, and load-out
Support crew logistics and general coordination

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Clear and professional communication skills
Comfort working in both office and hands-on environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (project management tools like Asana are a plus)
Willingness to travel as needed
Current seniors and recent graduates (December 2025 – May 2026) eligible for this internship

Preferred

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign preferred)
Experience with Asana or similar project management tools

Activate Inc.

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Activate, Inc. is an experiential marketing agency that brings brands to life through immersive activations, mobile tours, and premium PR kits. Founded in 2013, Activate is proud to have been a part of Detroit’s resurgence in our own small way, and we’ve since grown into a powerhouse of 40+ creative problem-solvers, dedicated to delivering results that matter.As a women-owned business, we’re passionate about making marketing more dynamic, inclusive, and effective. Our work goes beyond impressions—we create meaningful connections that drive brand loyalty and business growth. Whether it’s producing unforgettable brand activations, hitting the road with mobile tours, or delivering impactful PR kits, we execute with toughness, creativity, and efficiency.At Activate, we believe marketing should be as powerful as the brands we serve. Let’s build something unforgettable together.

Founded in 2013

Ferndale, Michigan, USA

43 employees (15 in marketing)

www.activateexp.com

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