Memory Lane Event Center

Memory Lane Event Center Internship

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Memory Lane Event Center 403 KC Memory Lane Dripping Springs TX

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Memory Lane Event Center is located in Dripping Springs, TX. We host a variety of events including weddings and private parties. At Memory Lane, we are looking for dedicated, hard-working individuals who would like to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills within the event planning industry.
 

If you are also interested in the floral aspect of weddings and events, our in house floral company: Wild Bunches Floral is also located within the same office and this position will also offer experience with this company as well.

JOB DESCRIPTION/DUTIES:

This internship position is for spring, summer or fall semesters and is located 30 minutes from San Marcos. Please only apply if you are within reasonable distance to this location and you will be fulfilling class credit internship requirements.

Event planners assume various responsibilities during the events depending on their clients' requests. They begin by meeting with customers to determine the type of event they would like to host and put a proposal together that meets their budget needs and desires. Event planners listen to clients' ideas and also make their own suggestions. After the initial proposal, they continue to help the client with booking vendors, design creation, and event execution. Some of the responsibilities of an event planner before and during an event would be contacting vendors, setting up for events, ordering supplies from vendors, arranging for parking attendants and more. They must also be present during the event to handle any problems that arise. In addition, they remain at the site after the affair is over to supervise and help with cleanup.

Memory Lane Event Center planners need a good imagination, an eye for detail, and sound business sense. They must be both creative and organized. Good communication skills and the ability to work with all types of people are essential.

Responsibilities:

  • Being on-site during events to assist with set-up, break-down and overall event execution
  • Give tours and show property
  • Other office duties as assigned
  • Assist with coordination with vendors during events

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Internship for class credit
  • Junior or Senior in a 4 year college, in route to a degree and searching for a career in the events or wedding industry following graduation
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated success with multi-tasking
  • Self-starter who takes initiative
  • Highly reliable, you will be expected to show up to every event you are assigned
  • Professional when dealing with clients, prospective clients, vendors, and staff
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

COMPENSATION:

This internship is an unpaid opportunity with the possibility of employment if an opening or position becomes available.

  • Opportunity to network with professionals in the industry
  • Candidate will develop a number of skill sets in the following areas specifically: event execution, event management, floral design, and delivery 
  • Fulfill college credit requirements

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume. Please be creative and ensure to describe yourself and how you feel this internship would benefit you currently and in the future!

Please submit info via email to info@memorylaneweddings.com