Business Events Internship
Job Summary
This internship offers real-world exposure to the operations of a fast-growing events company. Interns will rotate across key business functions including Events, Sales, Marketing, Strategy, and HR. It is designed for proactive individuals eager to gain hands-on experience and contribute to actual business outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Support end-to-end event planning and on-site operations
- Assist Sales team with proposals, lead tracking, and CRM updates
- Create content for marketing, social media, and brand storytelling
- Conduct research to support business strategy and growth initiatives
- Coordinate HR operations, recruitment, and internal engagement
Required Skills
- Currently enrolled or fresh graduate in Business/Marketing/Events/HR
- Proactive and curious mindset
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment of 3–6 months
- Availability for evening/weekend events
Job Details
Your Internship Journey at TMU
You’ll rotate across key functions and work closely with the team to gain hands-on experience across the business.
Events & Operations
- Support end-to-end event planning and execution, from concept to on-site delivery
- Assist with event documentation (run-of-show, timelines, checklists, layouts)
- Support on-site event operations, guest experience, and vendor coordination
- Assist with post-event reporting, feedback collection, and insights
Sales & Business Development
- Support the Sales team with proposals, decks, quotations, and follow-ups
- Sit in on discovery calls and client discussions to learn how deals are structured
- Assist with lead tracking, CRM updates, and pipeline coordination
- Gain exposure to corporate clients including HR leaders, Admin teams, and decision-makers
- Learn how client needs are translated into event solutions
Marketing & Brand
- Assist with content creation for LinkedIn, Instagram, EDMs, and event marketing
- Support behind-the-scenes content, event coverage, and brand storytelling
- Conduct basic market and competitor research
- Help maintain content calendars and marketing materials
- Support marketing campaigns that drive visibility and leads
Business Strategy & Growth
- Support research for new event formats, partnerships, and growth opportunities
- Assist with internal planning, brainstorming sessions, and presentations
- Learn how strategy, pricing, and positioning decisions are made
- Gain exposure to how different departments collaborate to drive business outcomes
Human Resources (People & Culture)
- Support HR operations such as onboarding documentation and employee records
- Assist with recruitment coordination (job postings, interview scheduling)
- Help maintain HR documents, policies, and internal trackers
- Support employee engagement initiatives and internal activities
- Learn how people, culture, and processes support business growth
Marketing Support
- Participate in group videos, behind-the-scenes content, and event coverage
- Appear in brand visuals, reels, and storytelling initiatives
- Assist with social media coordination related to events
- Contribute to internal communications and company brand presence
- Support creation of content for marketing and brand purposes, ensuring alignment with TMU’s guidelines
Continuous Improvement & Creativity
- Contribute creative ideas to enhance event experience and client engagement
- Identify opportunities for improvement in event execution and processes
- Share learnings with internal teams for continuous improvement
- Support internal coordination and administrative tasks related to events
What You’ll Gain
- Real exposure to Events, Sales, Marketing, Strategy & HR
- Hands-on involvement in live events and client-facing work
- Mentorship and a holistic understanding of how a business runs end-to-end
- Opportunity for conversion to part-time or full-time roles (based on performance)
What We’re Looking For
- Students or fresh graduates in Business, Marketing, Events, HR, Communications, or related fields
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Able to commit for 3–6 months and support occasional evening/weekend events