About the role#
We are looking for an Events Intern to join our Hospitality Services team. This role provides hands-on experience in event coordination and daily hospitality operations within a professional services environment. You will work alongside the Hospitality Manager and the Front Desk team to ensure firm meetings, client events, and employee activities run smoothly. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Washington, DC.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the planning and execution of meetings, receptions, recruiting events, and firmwide retreats.
- Handle logistics including catering orders, invoice processing, restaurant reservations, and vendor recordkeeping.
- Provide onsite support by managing event setup, guest assistance, and breakdown.
- Partner with the Front Desk team to greet visitors, manage registration, and assist with wayfinding.
- Prepare conference rooms and ensure beverage setups are ready for meetings.
- Maintain event calendars, records, and inventory while assisting with special projects and seasonal programs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university program, preferably in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business Administration, Communications, or Marketing.
- Prior experience in hospitality, catering, event planning, or administration is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to lift and transport event materials as needed.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, District of Columbia.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $18.50 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
About Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox
Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox is an intellectual property law firm based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1978, the firm provides services including patent and trademark prosecution, litigation, and strategic counseling. Its staff includes attorneys, patent agents, and technical specialists with over 100 advanced degrees. The firm serves a client base that ranges from individual inventors to Fortune 500 companies.
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