About the role#
Fair Hills Resort hosts over 50 events each season, including weddings, reunions, meetings, and retreats. As an Events Coordinator Intern, you work directly with the Event Director to plan and execute events across Fair Hills Resort, Wildflower Golf Course, and Five Lakes Resort. This role combines office planning with on-site execution, covering the full lifecycle of an event from initial booking to final billing. You will gain experience with the RDP property management system and the Lightspeed point-of-sale system while working on approximately 14 to 16 weddings and 40 group events.
What you'll do#
- Coordinate with group contacts to plan events, meet with clients, and prepare future event bids.
- Manage room setups and lodging blocks.
- Create event cheat sheets and handle day-of event execution.
- Perform after-event follow-up and billing using RDP.
- Assist with front desk tasks, dining room operations, and kitchen duties.
- Provide tours to prospective guests.
- Bartend and manage food service during events.
- Serve on the Big Pelican Pontoon as needed.
- Attend weekly inter-departmental meetings.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management, Communications, or Public Relations.
- You can commit to the full internship period from May 12 through September 27.
- A willingness to perform operational duties alongside management tasks.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
- This is a full-time, on-site, paid internship.
- The schedule includes 8-hour shifts and requires weekend availability.
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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