Sales and Special Events Internship

The Minnesota Zoo is a great venue for special occasions, weddings, picnics, corporate activities, and more. In addition, the Zoo plans an average of 12 public events a year. The sales and special events department manages all of the details for these events including working with all areas of the Zoo and coordinating with clients, corporations, and catering staff.

Year-round Internship:

Approximately 10 -14 weeks; up to 40 hours per week, including weekends, weekdays and some evenings.

You will gain hands-on experience in:

• Event sales and client interaction
• Pre-event planning and post-event analysis
• On-site event coordination, including picnics, corporate events, special events, weddings, and periodic off-site promotional events
• Database management
• Event planning software

You will also have the opportunity to cross-train with the marketing and communication departments as well as perform additional general office duties.

To be considered for an interview, please include the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter that answers the following questions:
  • What are your career goals, and how would this internship help you achieve them?
  • What do you hope to gain from this internship?
  • What kind of coursework and/or experience do you have that would make you a valuable Zoo sales & special events intern?

For more information, please contact:
Internship Coordinator Jill Wallin, Human Resources
13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley, MN 55124
E-mail: jill.wallin@state.mn.us
Phone: 952.431.9219
Toll-free: 800.366.7811 ext. 219
Fax: 952.431.9211
TTY: 800.627.3529
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