Event Coordinator Intern

Job Description

Event Coordinator Intern

Remote – US

The Opportunity:

Anthology offers the largest EdTech ecosystem on a global scale, supporting over 150 million users in 80 countries. Our mission is to provide dynamic, data-informed experiences to the global education community so that learners and educators can achieve their goals.   

We believe in the power of a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. As we expand globally, we are committed to making diversity, inclusion, and belonging a foundational part of not only our hiring practices but who we are as a company.    

For more information about Anthology and our career opportunities, please visit www.anthology.com. 

The Anthology Global Events Team is focused on conceptualizing and executing World Class events focused on a great and unique client experience as well as supporting business objectives.

As an Event Coordinator Intern on this team, you will support event logistics for the Annual Anthology Together User Conference (#AT23), taking place in July 17-20, 2023. Responsibilities will center around all types of pre- and on-site event logistics from assisting with special events, supporting program development and management, and process fulfillment activity.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to the development and execution of networking/activation areas and event activities at Anthology Together
• Leading event gamification activities to help maximizing overall attendee engagement at Anthology Together
• Supporting session and speakers’ deliverables and program alignment
• Supporting sponsor fulfillment tasks to ensure successful partner participation at the event
• Supporting work with brand assets, social media, digital media
• This role will ideally travel to the conference destination over the approximate dates of July 15-21, 2023

Learning & Development:

The internship will provide a learning and development experience in the following areas:

• Broad awareness of and hands on management of corporate event logistics
• Coaching and development of email and in person communication skills with executives, key event stakeholders, and vendors
• Technology: Cvent event management software solutions (registration management system, session management tool, mobile apps, AV & program integrations)
• Large scale project management: managing cross organization teams/skill experience, event communications/processes using verbal, writing, public speaking, negotiation, developing project timelines, budgets, reporting

The Candidate:

Required skills/qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree (at the time of the internship) in hospitality management, marketing, communications, or related field
• Demonstrated strength in analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated exceptional communication skills
• Solid business understanding – or ability and willingness to learn quickly
• Ability to work independently, exercise discretion, and multi-task in a highly dynamic environment
• Familiarity with event management technology, preferably Cvent

Preferred skills/qualifications:

• Background in content/knowledge management, digital asset management, as well as with education related technologies
• Event management or hospitality experience
• Prior experience working in a professional setting
• Familiarity with using social media tools and implementing tactics
• Based in DC-Metro area

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.   

Anthology is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.

Starting rate is $22/hour depending upon experience. We use national and industry-specific survey data to assist in determining compensation. Additionally, we consider factors such as external market rate, budget for the role, and the compensation rates of current employees performing the same function. Some roles will have variable pay.