Universal Orlando Resort
Internship – Event Management (Spring 2024)
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Job Description
- Req#: 599174
- Applications Close: October 6th, 2023, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible – don’t delay!
- Program Dates: Approximately January 2024 – April 2024
- Supports a wide range of events that include but are not limited to meetings and familiarization on trips, corporate picnics, social market, internal marketing and sales divisions, community relations, corporate and incentive events and more.
- Works closely with operations, entertainment, catering, revenue operations, publicity, guest services, parking, security, and outside vendors.
- Plans and executes a small meeting individually, with guidance.
- Attends event related meetings, completes and distributes event itineraries, facilitates event logistics, tracks event budgets, and handles post billing and event evaluations.
- Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Junior or above.
- Recent graduates will not be eligible for this program.
- Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA is preferred.
- An official transcript may be required upon request.
- Preferred majors include: Event Management, Hospitality, Theme Park Management.
- Must be efficient in Microsoft Office Programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities and organization.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Superior written & verbal communication skills.
- Work in a fast-paced environment and adhere to deadlines.
- Ability to work autonomously and/or in teams.
- Consistent attendance.
- This internship will be a hybrid experience, based in our Orlando offices.
- Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than April 2024.
- Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
- In addition to all of our internships being paid, you may be eligible for financial assistance towards housing if applicable. Specific details about eligibility would be provided at the time of offer.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Spring 2024 Semester:
JOB SUMMARY: Intern will support Universal Orlando Resort Event Managers with the planning and execution of events, with the opportunity to plan and execute smaller events individually. Successfully collaborate with various operational elements such as entertainment, catering, ticket and VIP tour requests, air and ground transportation, merchandise, credentials/giveaways, and itinerary development related to event goals and objectives.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
EDUCATION:
EXPERIENCE: Prior internship experience related to position is preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Preferable skills for success in role include but not limited to:Please note the following:
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Universal Orlando Resort, commonly known as Universal Orlando or simply "Universal," formerly Universal Studios Escape, is an American theme park and entertainment resort complex based in Orlando, Florida.