Intern, Marketing and Events

Location 30 West Pershing Road,Suite 301,Kansas City, MO, 64108-2423,United States Base Pay $15.00 / Hour Employee Type Non Exempt PT The Events and Marketing team at the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce (KC Chamber) is seeking a self-motivated intern to assist with event planning and marketing efforts. The internship will support the Marketing and Events department and take direction from the KC Chamber’s Events Manager. The internship will focus on planning, organizing, and facilitating events that advance the work of the KC Chamber’s mission. This internship includes both independent work and opportunities for collaborative projects. This is a fast-paced and highly visible internship. We are looking for candidates who would be comfortable in everything from business casual to business professional dress, depending on the event, and comfortable communicating with business leaders at all levels of an organization from entry-level associates to CEOs. Our interns are an integral part of the KC Chamber, and we value candidates who are driven to succeed and interested in community leadership. Internships with the KC Chamber are paid at $15/hour and offer valuable hands‑on experience. This experience allows students to explore areas of interest and decide if this is an area for a potential career. Class credit is available to students. Internship Duties Assist in pre-planning event details and marketing materials Assist on day of the event for setup and tear down Assist with last‑minute event tasks and marketing needs Be available for early-morning or evening events Assist with producing and editing written communications Assist with social media planning content creation Assist with maintaining email/subscribe/unsubscribe lists Research for upcoming KC Chamber trips or experiences Qualifications Strong written and oral communication skills Self-directed, possess effectual critical thinking and problem‑solving skills Organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines Proficient with Microsoft Office products, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Experience with social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr