GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc. · 2 months ago
Marketing Events Intern (Atlanta Office)
The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern United States (GACC South) is seeking a full-time Marketing Intern for their Atlanta office. This internship provides an opportunity to support the Marketing Department, particularly in event planning and execution, while gaining hands-on experience in a professional setting.
International Trade & Development
Responsibilities
Organizing networking events, conferences and larger social events in Georgia and surrounding states
Assist in the organization, planning, implementation, and follow-up of events
Coordinate marketing activities internally and with external vendors
Work closely with Communications Team to effectively promote and market events. An eye for design is a plus to provide feedback on social media posts/graphics
Perform administrative tasks relevant to project and event management. Day-to-day tasks can include researching event vendors and venues, and subsequently coordinating and communicating event details, managing registration lists and opening registration on our website, addressing any phone or email questions from event guests, communicating and engaging with guests at in-person events, and much more!
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate or graduate degree in business administration, marketing, economics, hospitality, or a related field
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
A passion for innovative and creative processes and brainstorming
Strong understanding of prioritization and efficient allocation of time and resources
Ability to travel around Atlanta and occasionally to surrounding states to execute events; work events in the evenings, and occasionally on weekends
Excellent communication and customer service skills
High comfort level in interacting with clients
Ability to work effectively in a team-based and international environment
Strong analytical and organizational skills, and high attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft applications (most notably Teams, Excel)
Excellent English speaking and writing skills (German language skills are a plus but are not mandatory)
Company
GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc.
The German American Chamber of Commerce® of the Midwest (GACC Midwest), headquartered in Chicago with a branch office in Detroit, was founded in 1963.