About the role#
The Iowa State Fair is looking for a Business Management Intern to join the Ticketing department. This role offers experience in scheduling, management, and business operations while supporting the largest event in the state. This is a full-time, paid position.
What you'll do#
- Interview and hire staff for the Ticketing department.
- Coordinate interviews and handle communication with applicants and employees via phone and email.
- Prepare orientation materials and set up equipment at the gates before the Fair begins.
- Oversee employees during offseason events and throughout the Fair.
- Develop and deliver a staff orientation presentation as a summer project.
- Update and administer the end-of-Fair survey.
- Help the ticket office process credential requests.
- Perform other tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- You are currently finishing or have finished your second year of college.
- Preferred majors include Business Administration, Human Resources, or Communications.
- Availability for the full summer months of May, June, July, and August, including all 11 days of the Iowa State Fair.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- A proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented approach to your work.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Des Moines, Iowa, and requires on-site work.
- Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Expect extended hours, including evenings and weekends, during the summer and the Fair.
About Iowa State Fair
The Iowa State Fair is an annual event held in Des Moines, Iowa. Founded in 1854, it serves as a celebration of agriculture, industry, and entertainment. The organization maintains a full-time staff of approximately 60 people, with additional seasonal employees hired during the summer months. It hosts a large livestock show and arts exhibition.
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