(From Alumna of program– Kelly Christ)

EVENT MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP – College Credit
Are you interested in working in the event industry – specifically high-end weddings? The
internationally published Cedarwood Weddings team is currently interviewing and accepting
applications for the 2019 Fall season.

The event management intern will assist the Cedarwood Weddings Wedding Director and team in
day of event management and client interactions. The event management intern will report to the
Event & Operations Coordinator and/or Wedding Director. Availability is required Friday through
Sunday although this will fluctuate weekly depending on scheduled events. The internship initiative
includes interacting with potential and current couples, their families, and guests, understanding and
checking event layouts/plans, coordinating with on-site local vendors, and providing an exceptional
experience and service for all couples, families, guests, and vendor partners.

Overview of Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Manages lighting and sound ambiance
• Responsible for double-checking plan for missed details or add-ons
• Greets, Coordinates, and Interacts with couples, bridal parties, and families
• Assists Wedding Director and coordinator in providing exceptional client experiences and goes the extra mile, often preemptively anticipating needs
• Coordinates guests, provides directions, and assists in seamless event flow
• Always anticipating, available, and approachable with a smile
• Flexible to last minutes changes, late arrivals, children, rips, falls, tears, etc.
• Responsible for drink stations and candle lighting
• Assists in event break down and clean up
• Assists in final touches and set up as needed
• Works with a sense of urgency

Internship Guidelines:

• 1-3 on-site events per week (8-10 hours per event) support per week, hours log, exit interview.
• Possibility for concurrent internships from August 2019 – May 2020 available.

Dress Attire:
Neat all black clothing and black athletic/comfort footwear
Must be presentable at all times

Upon Successful Completion of Internship:
All internship guidelines must be met through the duration of the season. Upon completion, interns
will receive (a) Certificate of Completion, (b) a letter of recommendation from Cedarwood Weddings,
and (c) completed log for your Collegiate Course Advisor (for accredited internship college credit).

Required:

• Must be attending college or university and able to receive college credit
• Must be able to dedicate 16-20 hours a week on site including night and weekends
• Must be available weekends & holidays
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move at least 50 pounds
• Must be able to climb ladders, crouch, kneel, and bend

Information and Inquires:
Emails only please, to: info@cedarwoodweddings.com