Marketing & Events Intern

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing IEDC events, conferences, trade shows, business development activities and other brand experiences.
• Support event logistics , including schedules, materials, signage, guest information, vendor coordination and onsite needs.
• Help prepare event briefs, run-of-show documents, checklists and other planning materials.
• Assist with onsite event execution and coordination as opportunities arise.
• Research event trends, creative activations and best practices that could strengthen Indiana’s presence at key events.
• Assist with developing and organizing marketing materials, presentations, promotional items and other branded assets.
• Support marketing campaigns and initiatives that promote Indiana to businesses, talent and key audiences.
• Help ensure materials and experiences reflect IEDC and Indiana brand standards.
• Research competitors, target audiences and emerging marketing trends to help inform projects.
• Contribute creative ideas for showcasing Indiana’s industries, communities and competitive advantages.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, event management, hospitality, business or a related field.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Creative thinker who enjoys turning ideas into experiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable balancing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative, dependable and willing to jump in where needed.

Preferred

• Familiarity with basic design, presentation or project management tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.