About the role#
Fair Hills Resort hosts over 50 events each season, including weddings, reunions, and retreats. This internship focuses on the planning and execution of events, specifically the Big Pelican Cruises. You will work with the Event Director to gain experience in office administration and on-site event management. By the end of the summer, you will handle the full event lifecycle from initial booking to final billing.
What you'll do#
You will split your time between office tasks and on-site event operations. Your responsibilities include:
- Working front desk shifts and assisting with daily administrative tasks.
- Booking cruises and coordinating directly with clients.
- Scheduling boat captains and planning menus with staff.
- Making reservations and processing billing using Resort Data Processing.
- Preparing event logistics documents and cheat sheets.
- Executing events on-site, including bartending and food service.
- Participating in weekly inter-departmental meetings.
- Providing follow-up communication with clients after events.
- Assisting with boarding, docking, and guest experiences during cruises.
- Using Lightspeed point-of-sale systems.
What you'll need#
- You must be a college student pursuing a degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management, Communications, or Public Relations.
- You must have weekend availability.
Location & details#
- Location: Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site position.
- Housing is available for this role.
About Fair Hills Resort
Fair Hills Resort is a hospitality company based in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Founded in 1926, the resort provides facilities for family vacations, weddings, and corporate functions. The property features a large pavilion for events and smaller spaces for meetings or group activities. It operates with a staff of 22 employees.
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