Harris County · 18 hours ago
Special Events Intern
Tomball, TX
Internship
Onsite
InternHarris County is offering a 9-week paid summer internship program for students passionate about serving others. The Special Events Intern will support the planning, promotion, and execution of special events, gaining hands-on experience in event logistics and outreach efforts.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assist with planning, executing, and evaluating events and signature events
Assist with vendor onboarding and communications
Support load-in, load-out, set-up, and break down of events
Assist in organizing and maintaining event equipment and materials
Assist volunteers or work crews assigned to events or projects
Attend and support events hosted by external community entities
Work flexible hours including occasional weekends and evenings
Contribute to the creation of visual communication materials such as flyers, simple graphics, social posts, and basic layouts (training provided as needed)
Organize, submit, and track promotional materials delivered to schools, daycares, and community partners
Help gather content (photos, quotes, event details) to support marketing and storytelling efforts
Collaborate with team members to ensure messaging and branding are consistent across materials
Work with community partners, vendors, and stakeholders to support shared promotional and event goals
Interact directly with staff, interns, volunteers, and other departments to support event operations and outreach
Conduct event-related research, including community demographics, promotional opportunities, and creative ideas
Organize and maintain the branded swag stockroom
Assist in the organization maintenance of Special Events Assets and Equipment
Qualification
Required
Students working toward an undergraduate degree at an accredited college or university
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Proficiency in Microsoft software applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Share Point
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent time management, multitasking, and data entry skills
Good planning and organizational skills
Well-developed verbal, listening, and written communications skills
Ability to meet multiple deadlines and balance numerous projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong sense of urgency with impeccable organizational skills to meet deadlines and requirements for multiple projects
Ability to work effectively in a team or autonomously with accountability
Thoughtful use of judgement in managing responsibilities
Innovative, proactive, and creative in creating solutions and completing assignments
Preferred
Resident of Harris County Precinct 4
Company
Harris County
Harris County focuses on transportation, public health, housing, justice and safety, the environment, and other issues.
Founded in 1836
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Craig B Atkins, CPA
CFO / Director of Financial Services
Araceli "Chely" Chojnacki
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