Markham Group is seeking a highly skilled individual to fill our internship position in a fast-pace event production and management company. The candidate must have strong organizational and logistical skills, as well as impressive interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic. Markham Group is a full-service issue advocacy and event firm serving progressive political groups, Fortune 500 companies, associations, and nonprofit foundations from around the world. This Events Internship position is virtual/remote and based out of our Los Angeles, CA office.Markham Group is seeking a highly skilled individual to fill our internship position in a fast-pace event production and management company. The candidate must have strong organizational and logistical skills, as well as impressive interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic. Markham Group is a full-service issue advocacy and event firm serving progressive political groups, Fortune 500 companies, associations, and nonprofit foundations from around the world. This Events Internship position is virtual/remote and based out of our Los Angeles, CA office.JOB DESCRIPTIONAs part of the Events Team, this internship will work directly with members of the Events staff on various projects. Duties will include, but not be limited to:Assist in day to day organizational tasks and coordination of event production materialsAssist with creative activations brainstorming, and post event reportingAssist with speaker prep, recording, and technical assistance for virtual eventsHelp with venue scouting, walkthroughs, staffing, and other support for in-person eventsManage long term and short term research projectsAssist and support other departments within the organization if neededQUALIFICATIONSInterest in a career in event planning, issue advocacy, logistics and/or operationsHospitality, events and/or customer service backgroundExcellent written and verbal skillsExperience in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and, Excel are a mustProfessional phone etiquette and customer service skillsWell organized with an eye for detailAbility to work individually and as part of a teamAbility to work well under minimal supervisionAbility to work on multiple projects at one time in an efficient mannerAbility to work in a fast pace environmentAbility to lift 50 lbs Available to work overtime and weekendsCOMPENSATIONThis is a paid, part-time internship with the opportunity to pick up more hours outside business hours and on the weekends. $15 per hour.APPLICATION PROCESS The application period for the Summer 2022 Internship Program is now open, and we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. The dates of the summer program will begin late May and will end late August, with some flexibility. While most of the work will be virtual/remote, applicants will need to be based on the West Coast or able to work West Coast hours.To apply please complete the online application (cover letter - including your hours of availability for the semester, resume, and two references) by Monday March 21, 2022. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted; no calls or office visits, please.