Event Coordinator (Intern)

Job Description

Event Coordinator | Revive Saree Organization

The Tone:
This is an internship role at Revive Saree Organization, located on-site in the United States. The organization is a non-profit initiative focused on sustainable fashion and community empowerment, achieved by promoting preloved garments to reduce waste and provide affordable options. This Event Coordinator role is crucial for supporting the planning and execution of on-site events, which serve to engage visitors, share vital information about the organization’s mission, and cultivate welcoming, inclusive experiences for all community members.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Early Career
• Location: In-person, United States
• Mission: To support the successful planning, organization, and execution of on-site events for the organization.
• Tech Stack: Email, spreadsheets, shared calendars, social media (plus)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Event Coordination: Support the comprehensive planning, organization, and execution of various on-site events in the United States.
• Logistics Management: Assist with critical event logistics, including scheduling, venue setup, and coordinating vendors and day-of-event operations.
• Guest Engagement: Engage visitors to share information about sustainable fashion and the organization’s mission, ensuring welcoming and inclusive guest experiences.
• Marketing & Partnerships: Support event marketing by preparing basic promotional materials and coordinating effectively with volunteers and community partners.
• Performance Improvement: Track event details and provide constructive post-event feedback to continuously enhance future activities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early career individuals or students passionate about sustainable fashion, community service, or non-profit work, with a strong commitment to fostering inclusivity and respect for diverse communities. This role requires an eagerness to learn and take initiative.
• Experience: Demonstrated event coordination skills, encompassing the ability to organize timelines, allocate resources, and manage logistics effectively for various types of events.
• Skills:
• Exceptional Communication and Customer Service abilities, ensuring effective interaction with guests, volunteers, partners, and internal team members.
• Fundamental Sales and outreach capabilities, useful for promoting events, driving participation, and supporting potential fundraising or merchandise efforts.
• Robust organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, enabling the efficient management of multiple tasks within a busy event environment.
• Proficiency in using basic digital tools such as email, spreadsheets, and shared calendars to support event operations.
• Bonus: Prior event, customer-facing, or volunteer experience is beneficial, as is familiarity with social media platforms for event promotion.