Event Planning Intern

Description

Join the UTA Community Engagement Team as a Community Engagement Events Intern !

Are you a motivated and community-minded individual looking for an engaging internship experience? Do you have a passion for making a difference and supporting programs that benefit your community? The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) is seeking enthusiastic applicants for our Community Engagement Events Intern positions!

You will play a vital role in our team as we participate in a wide range of community events and outreach initiatives that foster public engagement and strengthen partnerships within our service area. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to your community while gaining valuable professional experience.

The internship is expected to last approximately 6 months but may be extended to a year. Interns should be self-motivated and capable of working independently, including the ability to work without direct supervision.

This will be a part-time internship, requiring availability for 20-29 hours per week, including evening and Saturday work, particularly during the spring and summer season when most community events occur.

You will be spending 60% of your time representing UTA at community events and 40% in-office work at headquarters. Specific hours can vary depending on when events are scheduled.

As a Community Engagement Events Intern , you will:

• Collaborate with the Community Engagement Events team to plan, coordinate, and execute meaningful UTA participation in various community events and outreach opportunities.

• Represent UTA at events throughout the service area, including managing event logistics such as facilitating supplies, setting up, and taking down.

• Support the recruitment of internal volunteers for events and outreach initiatives.

• Maintain an organized inventory of all event-related supplies.

• Actively listen to community members to identify their transportation issues and needs and effectively communicate these insights internally within UTA.

• Promote and encourage community use of public transit and foster a sense of system stewardship and ownership through outreach, education, and engagement activities.

• Be responsible for and assist in communicating and working with Community Partners and other external organizations.

• Participate in system navigation trainings to gain a comprehensive understanding of UTA systems and job expectations.

• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously, including active participation in events, dedicated work on your continuous improvement project, and other daily responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSES

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.

• Must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. (A transcript of grades and two letters of recommendation are required upon application.)

• Previous experience in community outreach and event planning and implementation is highly desirable.

• Fluency in both English and Spanish languages (or another language) is strongly preferred.

• A valid and active state drivers license is preferred but not strictly required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Demonstrated experience and skills in public relations and customer service.

• Understanding of community engagement principles, public involvement techniques, planning methodologies, or related expertise.

• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to new challenges and opportunities.

• A genuine interest in how transportation and transit can positively impact peoples quality of life, and enjoyment of meeting and interacting with people from various backgrounds.

• Strong community-mindedness with a demonstrated interest in working with and effectively communicating with diverse communities.

• Highly reliable and self-directed with the ability to take initiative.

• Great organization skills.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate with empathy, kindness, and respect, and to de-escalate potentially challenging situations in a professional manner.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word is preferred.

• Ability to lift and carry event supplies, which may occasionally weigh up to 50 pounds.

- OR -

An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.

Pay Rate: $19.37 per hour

If interested, apply before: Monday, September 28th, 2026 @ 11:59 PM MST

As an intern or temporary employee, your Total Rewards Benefits Package will include:

• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.

• Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.

• 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.

• Free Transit Pass.

• UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.

• Free on-site fitness facilities.

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Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.

Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.

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