Events Jobs in Illinois

Events jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Decatur, and Lake Forest and other Illinois metros, with employers like KFC, Sodexo, and American Cancer Society hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles68+
Top employerKFC
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring22
Work type82% On-site
Top industryEducation

Showing 5 of 68+ Events jobs

Chinese American Service League
Events Activation Manager
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Chinese American Service League
Added 2d ago
Events Activation Manager
Chinese American Service League
Chicago, Illinois
Events & Tourism
Community & Nonprofit Services
Event Planning
$60k - $70k/yr
On-Site
None

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Collabera
Events Specialist
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Collabera
Added 4d ago
Events Specialist
Collabera
Mundelein, Illinois
Compliance & Legal
Quality Control
Healthcare Administration
$25.00 - $30.00/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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American Medical Association (AMA)
Programming & Events Specialist II
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Added 6d ago
Programming & Events Specialist II
American Medical Association (AMA)
Chicago, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Events & Tourism
Customer Service & Support
Project Management
Event Planning
$74k - $98k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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ARTEX
Event & Meeting Planning Coordinator
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ARTEX
Added 1w ago
Event & Meeting Planning Coordinator
ARTEX
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Events & Tourism
Customer Service & Support
Project Management
Event Planning
$60k - $116k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
2-10

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Wayfair
Community Events Specialist
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Wayfair
Added 2w ago
Community Events Specialist
Wayfair
Wilmette, Illinois
Events & Tourism
Event Planning
$25 - $28/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Events Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
44 jobs
Decatur
2 jobs
Lake Forest
2 jobs
Ottawa
2 jobs
Bourbonnais
1 jobs
Carbondale
1 jobs
Des Plaines
1 jobs
Dolton
1 jobs
Glencoe
1 jobs

Events Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • KFC
    KFC3
  • Sodexo
    Sodexo3
  • American Cancer Society
    American Cancer Society2
  • EVERSANA
    EVERSANA2
  • Eataly
    Eataly2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education12
  • Food & Beverage10
  • Technology & Software6
  • Hospitality & Tourism5
  • Consulting & Professional Services4

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in events jobs across Illinois.

  • 2-5 years of experience planning and executing corporate or social events end-to-end
  • Proficiency with event management software such as Cvent, Aventri, or similar platforms
  • Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships, contracts, and on-site logistics simultaneously
  • Strong project management skills with experience using tools like Asana, Monday.com, or equivalent
  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, communications, marketing, or a related field
  • Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential or active pursuit of certification preferred

Events Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many events jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 68+ events openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Decatur, and Lake Forest. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do eventses make in Illinois?

Eventses in Illinois earn a median of about $59,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $35,810 for the lowest 10% to over $104,720 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most events jobs?

Chicago, Decatur, and Lake Forest have the most events openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire eventss in Illinois?

Employers hiring eventss in Illinois include KFC, Sodexo, and American Cancer Society, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote events jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 18% of events openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for events jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to events jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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