Event Planner Intern – Level Two

Job Description

Event Planner Intern – Level Two | Boyne Mountain Resort

The Tone:
This is an internship at Boyne Mountain Resort, located in Boyne Falls, MI. Boyne Mountain Resort is a vibrant resort that provides a diverse setting for guest experiences and various events. This unique role offers an invaluable opportunity for individuals pursuing a career in event planning to gain significant field experience within a resort environment, immersing themselves in all facets of meeting and event planning.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person, Boyne Falls, MI
• Mission: Organize and oversee all arrangements for corporate, social, and in-house group meetings, conventions, and banquets, providing significant field experience in event planning.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Resort Familiarization: Become familiar with the culture, history, and expectations of Boyne Mountain Resort.
• Event Oversight: Organize and oversee all arrangements for corporate, social, in-house group meetings, conventions, and banquets.
• Client Collaboration: Determine group needs and activities by working one-on-one with various meeting planners and group contacts.
• Facility Showcasing: Conduct on-site inspections and tours of facilities with prospective clients.
• Detailed Documentation: Create event diagrams based on resort and client requirements, and develop Group Resumes & Banquet Event Orders outlining all event details for operational involvement.
• Operational Support: Assist with event set-up and banquet execution, while also learning any tasks relevant to your educational experience as assigned by the department manager.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a related higher education program (e.g., Hospitality Management, Event Planning, Tourism).
• Experience: Successfully completed a prior entry-level event planning, food and beverage, or related internship.
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, proficient computer skills (especially Microsoft Office suite), detail-oriented, positive customer service, and ability to thrive as a team player.
• Requirements: Must be over 18 years old and available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.