About the role#
This internship offers an opportunity to gain experience in event management, programming, and marketing within a nonprofit news environment. You will work with the marketing department to support the planning, promotion, and execution of live events. This position is designed for students interested in developing skills for careers in the nonprofit, media, and event sectors.
What you'll do#
- Communicate with venues, production staff, and stakeholders during the planning process.
- Draft, edit, and circulate event materials including overviews, tech sheets, and audience communications.
- Assist with marketing plans and the promotion of live events.
- Review event content, marketing materials, and promotional information.
- Draft and review contracts for vendors, contractors, and venues.
- Maintain the Airtable database, video and photo archives, and Google Drive files.
- Support live event production, including backstage and front-of-house operations, as well as on-site setup and teardown.
- Perform additional administrative duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a degree in Marketing, Communications, or Media Studies.
- 1-2 years of experience in event production and a creative role.
- Basic understanding of event technology, such as audio, lighting, and video equipment.
- Experience with database management, specifically Airtable and Google Drive.
- Familiarity with contracts and agreements.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge of WBEZ and its mission to serve the community.
- Familiarity with the Chicago live event landscape and arts and culture.
- Ability to troubleshoot and think creatively.
- A flexible schedule with the availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid role based in Chicago, Illinois.
- You must be able to work from the office and studios at Navy Pier or at off-site event locations.
- The term for this position is Winter 2027.
- This is a paid, part-time internship.
About Chicago Sun-Times
The Chicago Sun-Times is a newspaper publishing company based in Chicago. Founded in 1948, the organization focuses on local news, sports, and politics. It employs between 201 and 500 people. The company provides content through multiple platforms to reach its audience and advertising partners.
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