Summer Intern, Experience: Events Production

Overview

Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world. 

Emerson Collective’s summer internship program places rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors - and, for select opportunities, undergraduate students graduating in 2026 - in paid internship opportunities across Emerson Collective and our longstanding nonprofit partners XQ Institute, E Pluribus Unum, and Chicago CRED. 

We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.

The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from June 15 through August 7, 2026. A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place June 10–12. See below for more details.

Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.

The Opportunity

The Experience team creates outstanding events and office environments that empower the work of Emerson Collective. 

As the Events Production intern, you’ll help plan and execute in-person, hybrid, and virtual events that amplify our mission. You’ll support event logistics from start to finish, researching vendors, preparing materials, assisting on-site, and helping document learnings after each event. You’ll also contribute to special projects that strengthen team systems, such as developing event toolkits, refining supply inventories and operational memos, and exploring ways to make events more sustainable and efficient.

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing events for Emerson Collective’s New York office and virtual events. 
• Maintain and update database information, manage inventory lists, and prep event materials. 
• Conduct vendor and venue research (e.g., catering, audiovisual, accommodations).
• Take notes during planning meetings, track action items, and help coordinate post-event debriefs.
• Research best-in-class event practices and identify opportunities for sustainability and cost efficiencies.
• Support the development of event templates, toolkits, venue operational memos, and other team resources.

• Rising undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior, preferably pursuing a degree in hospitality, marketing, event management, communications, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and resourceful, with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Experience with event marketing tools (such as Splash) and project management software (like Airtable) is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace tools.
• Experience or interest in social impact, arts & culture, or related fields.
• Graphic design skills and experience with virtual event technology are a plus.

Internship Details

Compensation

- All interns are paid $25 per hour and can expect to work 40 hours per week from June 15 to August 7 (eight weeks).

- Interns will also be paid $25 per hour for onboarding and orientation sessions taking place June 10–12.

- All interns receive a lunch allowance and a commuter allowance, and may also receive travel and housing allowances as needed. 

Key Dates

- November 18 – January 9: Internship applications accepted; interviews begin on a rolling basis

Applications must be submitted by 2:00 PM PT/5:00 PM ET on Friday, January 9.

(Please note that not all applicants will be selected for interviews.)

- January 12 – March 7: Interviews continue and offers extended

- June 10–12: Mandatory virtual onboarding and orientation

- June 15: Internship program begins

- August 7: Internship program concludes