Events Operation/Event Sales
Redwater Events - Grand Rapids, Michigan
Description
LEVEL 1 INTERNSHIP – EVENT OPERATIONS
Description:
This position will provide interns an educational and on-the-job training opportunity which spans event venue management. Hands-on experience in client management and event execution will provide a sound basis for a future hospitality career, especially for those interested in the wedding industry.
- Interact with vendors day of as they prepare for events
- Work closely with venue manager and wedding coordinator
- Execute floor plans and reception timelines
- Maintain inventory of rental items
- Provide on-site venue management for rehearsals, ceremonies, and receptions
- Maintenance of event spaces
- Set-up and tear-down for events
- Closeout of events
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- An energetic, hard-working, organized, reliable and outgoing person who will share our passion for doing all we can to make a couple’s wedding day perfect
- Problem-solving skills a plus
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Someone who will represent RedWater Events to clients and guests with the utmost professionalism
- Priority given to someone working for academic credit
- Ability to lift minimum of 30 pounds
- Available May–October weekends, nights, and weekends
Type of Position: Part-Time Internship
Segment of Industry: Meeting & Event Management
Hours: 20–30 per week
Salary:
LEVEL 2 INTERNSHIP – EVENT SALES
**Applicants must have successfully completed RedWater’s Level One Event Operations Internship or completed a similar type of internship prior to this internship. **
Description:
This position will provide interns an educational and on-the-job training opportunity which spans everything from event planning and sales. Hands-on experience in client management will provide a sound basis for a future hospitality career, especially for those interested in the wedding industry.
- Establish and maintain relationships with clients and guests
- Interact with vendors as they prepare for events
- Network with other wedding and event professionals
- Work closely with the venue manager and event sales managers
- Develop BEOs, floor plans, and reception timelines
- Participate in wedding planning activities
- Provide on-site venue site tours
- Participate in BEO preparation and meetings
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Supporting and serving our employees and guests with servant leadership at the heart of all you do
- Problem-solving skills a plus
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Someone who will represent RedWater to fellow employees and guests with the utmost professionalism
- Priority given to someone working for academic credit
- Available May–October
Type of Position: Part-Time Internship
Segment of Industry: Meeting & Event Management
Hours: 20–30 per week
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- An energetic, hard-working, organized, reliable and outgoing person who will share our passion for doing all we can to make a couple’s wedding day perfect
- Problem-solving skills a plus
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Someone who will represent RedWater Events to clients and guests with the utmost professionalism
- Priority given to someone working for academic credit
- Ability to lift minimum of 30 pounds
- Available May–October weekends, nights, and weekends
Details
Type of Position: Part-Time / Internship Position
Segment of Industry: Meeting & Event Management
Salary: $18.00 / Hour
Hours: 25-35
Company Information
Redwater Events
5500 Cascade Rd SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546
616-229-5575
Contact: Brian Behler
How To Apply
email resume to:
Brian Behler
Application Deadline: april 1st, 2024
Additional Information
www.redwater.com
Attached Document
Posted: 1/24/24