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 will vary but may include the following:

• 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

Core Value Competencies:

At the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, we:

• TRUST each other
• Embrace FLEXIBILITY
• COLLABORATE openly
• Commit to INCLUSION
• Act with INTEGRITY

DESIRED SKILLS: 

• 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.
• Reliable transportation

HOW TO APPLY: 

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is encouraged
• Portfolio of previous marketing and/or digital marketing work encouraged
• Visit https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/CBIZ20457.careers?ShowJob=486902033 for more information and to apply.

QUESTIONS: 

• Contact Dani Bennett dbennett@kcchamber.com, 816-374-5413

EEO Statement:

The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce maintains a policy of non-discrimination in employment and complies with and supports all Federal, state, and local laws regarding discrimination in employment. Specifically, the Organization does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship status, pregnancy, mental or physical disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic to the extent prohibited by Federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding recruiting, hiring and promotion are made on the basis of individual qualifications related to the requirements of the position. Likewise, the administration of other human resources matters such as compensation, benefits, transfers, reductions-in-force, recall, training, education, and social/recreational programs are free from any discriminatory practices.