About the role#
The Destination Development team works with city, state, and private partners to enhance Indianapolis as a place to live, work, and visit. This team analyzes tourism market performance and identifies opportunities for growth. As an intern, you will support the planning and implementation of the Destination Vision Plan. You will work on-site in Indianapolis for approximately 20 hours per week during the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the planning and implementation of the Destination Vision Plan.
- Develop and participate in community engagement activities.
- Support awareness-building and promotional marketing campaigns.
- Manage and enhance data, research, and information systems.
- Monitor local news for downtown and tourism-related project announcements.
- Participate in weekly destination development team meetings.
- Attend project meetings and provide administrative assistance.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program, such as Urban Planning, Public Health, or Marketing.
- Junior or senior standing, or at least two full years of college coursework completed.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to support project management tasks and work independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to effectively query AI tools and critically evaluate findings.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Adaptability to manage multiple tasks.
- Previous internship experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid internship.
About Visit Indy
Visit Indy is a non-profit organization that serves as the official sales and marketing entity for Indianapolis and the Indiana Convention Center. Founded in 1923, the organization promotes the city to attract business, leisure, and convention travelers. It operates with a staff of 98 employees based in Indianapolis. The group focuses on driving economic growth through the promotion of local events, cultural districts, and venues.
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