FALL 2025 + SPRING 2026 INTERNSHIP

Job Description

About Company

Charleston Wine + Food (CHSWF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating the diverse food and beverage community of the greater Charleston area on a national stage. Founded in 2005 by community leaders, its initial vision was to create an event that would promote and elevate Charleston’s culinary brand, positioning the city as a prominent culinary destination.

CHSWF achieves this by producing a multi-day wine + food festival, which spans the first full weekend each March. This event brings together homegrown talent with top chefs, winemakers, authors, storytellers, artisans, experts, and food enthusiasts from around the globe.

Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025, CHSWF has renewed its commitment to not only showcasing the local culinary industry but also actively contributing to its growth and sustainability. Its mission is to create purpose-driven programs that build a sustainable, vibrant, and connected food and beverage community in Charleston.

Job Description

This is an Internship opportunity with Charleston Wine + Food (CHSWF), located in Charleston, SC.

Position Overview:
CHSWF is seeking dynamic, professional, detail-oriented, and self-motivated individuals for an internship role. Interns will work closely with various directors, managers, and administrators at the CHSWF HQ, gaining hands-on experience across multiple departments.

Departments Involved:
Interns will work within the following departments:
• Development
• Education
• Marketing
• Production
• Programming

Internship Structure and Duration:
This is a comprehensive 24-week internship, divided into two semesters:
• Fall Semester: 12 weeks
• Dates: September 8, 2025, through December 8, 2025 (excluding Thanksgiving week).
• Spring Semester: 12 weeks
• Dates: January 5, 2026, through March 27, 2026.
• Hours: Interns are expected to work 12 hours per week. Dates and hours offer flexibility to accommodate school and class schedules.

Compensation:
• Interns will receive an hourly wage.
• There is an opportunity for College Credit. Students are responsible for working with their respective schools to understand the requirements for obtaining college credit. CHSWF will collaborate with each student individually to ensure the internship activities align with the college’s credit requirements.

Learning Objectives for Interns:
Successful interns will achieve the following:
• Develop a deep understanding of Charleston Wine + Food’s operations and overarching team initiatives.
• Learn strategies for supporting teams to achieve their goals effectively.
• Gain insight into overall development strategies within an event planning and non-profit organization.
• Access significant networking opportunities within the Charleston community and with participants from global communities.
• Experience personal growth through teamwork, communication, and time management.
• Learn how to successfully and effectively work across multiple organizational departments.
• Develop skills in navigating multiple work streams simultaneously.

General Skills Required:
Candidates should possess the following skills:
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.
• Strong time management skills.
• Proficiency in using a personal computer.
• A positive and flexible attitude.
• Proficiency in software and tools including Canva, Google Workspace + Drive, Dropbox, Slack, Google Meet, and Zoom.
• Ability to conduct research and report findings.