Entry Level Event Planning Manager Jobs
New grad event planning manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, with employers like Oak View, Lockheed Martin, and Fanatics hiring at this level now.
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Job Overview:
The position assists with the functions of Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Income Journal, General Cashiering, Taxes, and Internal Controls. In some instances is responsible for the daily operation of an area (Credit Manager, F&B Controls, Accounts Receivable). Responsible and encouraged to make recommendations, suggest financial control changes and report SOP and procedural violations.
- Train, direct the work, resolve problems and assist with the hiring and performance and salary reviews of the accounting employees.
- Prepare, review and reconcile daily postings, accruals, various general ledger accounts and bank statements to ensure accurate financial information is available.
- Compile, prepare, back-up and analyze period-end data on food and beverage costs and inventories (gift shop where applicable) to provide information and recommendations to management on current procedures and controls. Assist with the preparation of cost potentials as required.
- May supervise the accounts receivable function and perform the hotel's credit/collection and food and beverage control function to ensure accurate, timely and quality service and support to hotel customers and management.
- Review and monitor internal control procedures in the hotel. Areas included are Food and Beverage, Cashiering, Room Operations, etc.
Experience
Knowledge/Skills
- Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the finance and hospitality professions.
- Requires ability to investigate and analyze current activities and/or information in a specialized field involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.
- Ability to train and deal with management, employees.
- Ability to read and comprehend reports, computer, ledgers etc.
- Limited lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying up to 15-20 lbs. Generally boxes, computer equipment.
- Limited bending/kneeling required when arranging supplies or equipment.
- Mobility -limited mobility between offices and departments. No continuous standing required. No climbing or driving required.
Job Overview:
The position assists with the functions of Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Income Journal, General Cashiering, Taxes, and Internal Controls. In some instances is responsible for the daily operation of an area (Credit Manager, F&B Controls, Accounts Receivable). Responsible and encouraged to make recommendations, suggest financial control changes and report SOP and procedural violations.
- Train, direct the work, resolve problems and assist with the hiring and performance and salary reviews of the accounting employees.
- Prepare, review and reconcile daily postings, accruals, various general ledger accounts and bank statements to ensure accurate financial information is available.
- Compile, prepare, back-up and analyze period-end data on food and beverage costs and inventories (gift shop where applicable) to provide information and recommendations to management on current procedures and controls. Assist with the preparation of cost potentials as required.
- May supervise the accounts receivable function and perform the hotel's credit/collection and food and beverage control function to ensure accurate, timely and quality service and support to hotel customers and management.
- Review and monitor internal control procedures in the hotel. Areas included are Food and Beverage, Cashiering, Room Operations, etc.
Experience
Knowledge/Skills
- Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the finance and hospitality professions.
- Requires ability to investigate and analyze current activities and/or information in a specialized field involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.
- Ability to train and deal with management, employees.
- Ability to read and comprehend reports, computer, ledgers etc.
- Limited lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying up to 15-20 lbs. Generally boxes, computer equipment.
- Limited bending/kneeling required when arranging supplies or equipment.
- Mobility -limited mobility between offices and departments. No continuous standing required. No climbing or driving required.
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Entry Level Event Planning Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level event planning manager job?
Start by building a portfolio of real events you have coordinated, even small-scale ones from college, volunteer work, or internships. Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate logistics thinking, vendor communication, and attention to detail. Certifications like the Certified Meeting Professional credential or coursework in hospitality management can also give a junior candidate a concrete edge over other applicants.
Which companies hire entry level event planning managers?
Companies hiring entry level event planning managers right now include Oak View, Lockheed Martin, and Fanatics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to come from hotels, convention centers, corporate marketing teams, nonprofits, and event production agencies that build their teams with junior talent and train from within.
Are there remote entry level event planning manager jobs?
Yes, though most event planning roles involve some on-site presence. About 5% of entry level event planning manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these positions typically focus on coordination, vendor outreach, and logistics support rather than day-of execution. Hybrid schedules are common at corporate employers who need planners in office for key meetings.
Are these new grad event planning manager jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior event planning manager roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or volunteer event work in place of full-time history, and may mention a willingness to train. If a listing asks for a portfolio rather than years on the job, that is a strong signal the role is open to newer candidates.
Which industries hire the most entry level event planning managers?
Entry Level event planning manager roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the junior level because they run recurring events, conferences, or branded experiences that require dedicated coordination support year-round rather than relying solely on senior staff or outside agencies.