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Special Events Planner Internship

Special Events Planner Intern- Job Number: 161182

Description
Experian is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Experian is the power behind the data. As the leading holder
of consumer and business credit data, we’re transforming data into solutions that advance industries,
move companies forward and improve the lives of millions of consumers around the world. In 2015, we
were named by Forbes magazine as one of the “World’s Most Innovative Companies”.

We are looking for a Special Events Planner - Intern to work part-time, approximately 16 hours a week
for 12 weeks. The Special Events Planner - Intern will provide support in the areas of planning and
logistics for B2B trade shows, conferences and special events. This is a paid internship.

The primary responsibilities of the Special Events Planner, Intern will include, but are not limited to, the
following:
 Extensive internet research as it relates to hotel and venue sites, basic comparative cost and price
analysis of properties, vendors, and/or products researched
 Research and analysis of promotional item trends within budget(s) provided and executing
according to campaign objectives
 Coordinating services with suppliers, including but not limited to transportation, hotel allotments
and meeting space, restaurants, catering companies and various others as needed
 Creation/management of RSVP lists, load lists, badge lists, etc.
 Assist with on-site coordination (minimal travel required)
 Pickup and delivery of products for events
 Attend meetings with internal team as needed
 Assist with client communication via email, phone and letters
 Various related projects as needed

Qualifications
Qualified applicants for the Special Events Planner, Intern will meet the minimum requirements as listed
below:
 Must be a current college/university student in pursuit of Bachelor’s Degree or currently
pursuing meeting planning course load.
 Robust volunteer experience in meeting planning and/or event coordination highly desired.
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office; primarily Excel and PowerPoint.
 Excellent time management skills expected - ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
 Meticulous attention to detail.
 Motivated self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
 Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team
environment.
 Ability to work independently and as a team.