Events Management Intern Job

The Spark Ventures Events Management Intern will work with a small team and gain valuable non-profit management experience through direct involvement in the planning and coordination of fundraising events in Chicago. The majority of his/her responsibilities will include events planning and coordination, event related PR, and event related social media.

Spark Ventures is a small team and values interns who are self-starters and can identify creative and achievable marketing opportunities for the organization. Interns are given guidance and training, but also entrusted with a fair amount of independence to take ownership over specific projects of interest during their time at Spark.

Exceptional organization skills and high attention to detail
The ability to work independently on projects
Ability to incorporate feedback from team into projects
Strong writing and communication skills
Previous international travel experience preferred but not required
A high level of computer proficiency

Spark Ventures invests in sustainable solutions that empower under resourced communities around the world.Spark Ventures has lasting impact by directing human and financial resources to our global partners to provide healthcare, education and jobs. Spark Ventures headquarters are in Chicago. Our social-impact partners are grassroots organizations serving children, their families, and women in developing countries. We have four partnerships in Zambia, Nicaragua, Mexico, and Chicago. We work with these partners to create lasting change and ensure the most vulnerable individuals in their communities have quality access to education, nutrition and healthcare. It’s a holistic approach to international development intended to address dependence on foreign aid, job creation and empowerment of new leaders in emerging economies.