Event Marketing Specialist Internships
Event marketing specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience across campaign planning and live event execution, mentorship from working event marketers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, with TikTok, CWCapital, and Alzerina Jewelry among the employers posting roles now.
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Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association
Job Description
Digital & Event Marketing Intern
This internship will consist of 25 hours of work per week, for 19 weeks.
$18 per hour
Travel Expense/Mileage Reimbursement
January 4, 2027 – May 31, 2027 (one week off for Spring Break) Weekends Required
Massachusetts Youth Soccer is looking for a qualified intern to join our Events and Marketing team. The Digital & Event Marketing Intern will play a crucial role in assisting the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association's marketing and communications team in promoting our events and enhancing our digital and in-person presence. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated and creative individual to gain hands-on experience in marketing within the sports industry.
Assigned Responsibilities
Included but not limited to:
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of association events, including tournaments and workshops.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to create and implement digital marketing campaigns across various platforms, including social media, email, and website.
- Generate engaging and relevant content to promote events and programs.
- Create and maintain event marketing materials, including flyers, banners, and promotional videos.
- Support the marketing team with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.
- Accompany Winnah (mascot) while performing at association and community appearances as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate student majoring in Sports Management, Event Management, Marketing and Communications, Graphic Design or Photography/videography.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be able to pass a background screening (CORI).
- Must have own laptop and smart phone.
- Must be able to operate a golf cart.
- Ability to provide photography and photo editing for social media and/or website.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint.)
- Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, X. Instagram and TikTok) and digital marketing tools (CapCut, ChatPGT, AI, Canva).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Able to adapt to changing situations and circumstances.
- Enthusiasm for sports in general and a basic understanding of soccer is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- This position requires some heavy lifting, use of stairs, climbing step stools, standing for long periods and walking, both indoors and outdoors. Intern will help with setting up items for events such as pop-up tents, A-frame signs, etc.
- This position requires the ability to sit for periods of time in front of a screen or smartphone, and use of keyboard and other normal computer functions.
- Ability to lift, carry and move items (maximum of 50 lbs.).
- Ability to walk short distances.
- Must be able to drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials – occasionally.
Job Type: Internship
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lancaster, MA 01523
Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association
Job Description
Digital & Event Marketing Intern
This internship will consist of 25 hours of work per week, for 19 weeks.
$18 per hour
Travel Expense/Mileage Reimbursement
January 4, 2027 – May 31, 2027 (one week off for Spring Break) Weekends Required
Massachusetts Youth Soccer is looking for a qualified intern to join our Events and Marketing team. The Digital & Event Marketing Intern will play a crucial role in assisting the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association's marketing and communications team in promoting our events and enhancing our digital and in-person presence. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated and creative individual to gain hands-on experience in marketing within the sports industry.
Assigned Responsibilities
Included but not limited to:
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of association events, including tournaments and workshops.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to create and implement digital marketing campaigns across various platforms, including social media, email, and website.
- Generate engaging and relevant content to promote events and programs.
- Create and maintain event marketing materials, including flyers, banners, and promotional videos.
- Support the marketing team with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.
- Accompany Winnah (mascot) while performing at association and community appearances as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate student majoring in Sports Management, Event Management, Marketing and Communications, Graphic Design or Photography/videography.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be able to pass a background screening (CORI).
- Must have own laptop and smart phone.
- Must be able to operate a golf cart.
- Ability to provide photography and photo editing for social media and/or website.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint.)
- Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, X. Instagram and TikTok) and digital marketing tools (CapCut, ChatPGT, AI, Canva).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Able to adapt to changing situations and circumstances.
- Enthusiasm for sports in general and a basic understanding of soccer is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- This position requires some heavy lifting, use of stairs, climbing step stools, standing for long periods and walking, both indoors and outdoors. Intern will help with setting up items for events such as pop-up tents, A-frame signs, etc.
- This position requires the ability to sit for periods of time in front of a screen or smartphone, and use of keyboard and other normal computer functions.
- Ability to lift, carry and move items (maximum of 50 lbs.).
- Ability to walk short distances.
- Must be able to drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials – occasionally.
Job Type: Internship
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lancaster, MA 01523
Event Marketing Specialist Internship Market
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Tips for Your Event Marketing Specialist Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers, including national agencies and major brand marketing teams, fill their summer event marketing internship cohorts the preceding fall. If you wait until spring to start applying, the structured programs are often already closed. Smaller companies and co-ops post closer to start dates, so search continuously rather than in one burst.
Build a portfolio before you start applying
Hiring teams for event marketing specialist interns assess candidates through tangible work, not job titles. Document two or three projects showing event concepts, promotional campaigns, or activation plans you have produced, including the tools you used and published links to recaps or case studies. A portfolio gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate when your work history is limited.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied specifically to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many event marketing teams do not recruit formally on campus but do review applications from motivated students.
Practice the event marketing intern screen out loud
Event marketing specialist intern interviews commonly include a brief case or creative exercise asking you to concept an activation, describe a campaign you would run, or walk through a past project. Practice answering these out loud before your first interview, explaining your reasoning as you go, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer you land on.
Target structured cohort programs at larger employers
Many large brands, agencies, and venue operators run formal event marketing internship programs designed to train people new to the field, rotating interns across planning, sponsorship, and production. These programs recruit early, often in fall for the following summer, and fill their spots in the first wave of applications, so identify the ones that fit and apply without waiting.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 57% of the event marketing specialist internships listed here, so decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings. Filter by location and work type at the start of your search so you are only reviewing roles you can actually accept, and check the remote and hybrid listings early since they close faster.
Event Marketing Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an event marketing specialist internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. The concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a portfolio showing event concepts, marketing campaigns, or promotional materials you have produced. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where event marketing recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an event marketing specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for event marketing specialist interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions are made. Position yourself by treating every project as a work sample, without counting on the offer to materialize.
When should I apply for event marketing specialist internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, including agencies and corporate marketing teams, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to actual start dates, so openings appear year-round and are worth checking consistently regardless of the season.
Are event marketing specialist internships paid?
Most professional event marketing specialist internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show pay where the employer discloses it. Unpaid arrangements exist primarily at nonprofits or through academic credit agreements, so check each listing carefully before applying.
What should an event marketing specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects rather than work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools used, your specific contribution, and links to published case studies, event recaps, or campaign portfolios where the work is visible. Add relevant coursework in marketing, communications, or event management, and keep the entire document to one page.
Are there remote event marketing specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 43% of the event marketing specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is an event marketing associate or coordinator internship program?
Some larger companies and agencies run structured cohort programs that place groups of interns across event planning, sponsorship activation, and digital promotion tracks simultaneously. These programs are designed for people new to the field, offer cross-functional exposure, and recruit early in the academic year. They are competitive, so identify programs that fit your interests and apply in the first wave of openings.
Can international students get event marketing specialist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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