Experience and Events Intern

Description

Celebrate Life, the Southworth Way

The Company: Welcome to Southworth. We own and operate a growing portfolio of premier private communities, each offering inspired environments and locations. Our dedication to hospitality and endless activities for the entire family ensures our members experience a world at play like never before.

With a solid reputation for stability, integrity, and innovation, Southworth's clubs and communities provide exceptional locations where our members can truly live life at ease. Our dedicated team members play a crucial role in elevating the experience for our members, residents, guests, and fellow team members. We encourage all our team members to be and belong by providing a wide array of benefits, engagement programs, unique perks, discounts, and, of course, a lot of fun!

The Benefits: We are proud of our “family company” roots and understand everyone has a unique set of needs: we want to support you as best we can so you can live your best life with us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive options for medical, physical, and mental health and wellness, life insurance, 401k matching, paid time off, and more.

Grow with us! The sky is the limit for talented, driven individuals. With our ever-expanding portfolio, we offer opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. We look forward to growing together.

Be YOU with us! At Southworth, we are working to redefine the country club. We seek talent from a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences, and cultures to ensure an innovative edge. Here, diversity is a driver of our success.

The Opportunity: We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Experience and Events Intern to assist the Experience & Events Manager in planning, organizing, and executing a variety of events and activities for the club’s members. This internship provides a unique, hands-on opportunity to gain valuable experience in event management, with a special focus on youth programming, member experiences, private events, and golf outings. Interns will gain exposure to high-level hospitality operations, refine leadership skills, and contribute to delivering exceptional experiences to club members.

Duties and Functions

• Youth Activities: Assist in planning and facilitating youth programs, camps, and special activities to create engaging experiences for younger members.
• Member Events: Support the execution of seasonal and signature club events, including social gatherings, themed dinners, golf tournaments, and holiday celebrations.
• Private Events: Help coordinate private events, including corporate gatherings and milestone celebrations, by assisting with logistics, vendor coordination, and on-site event support.
• Golf Outings: Assist in planning and executing member and corporate golf outings, including managing player registration, preparing event materials, overseeing on-course contests, and ensuring smooth event flow.
• Event Logistics: Help with event setup and breakdown, registration, décor, and maintaining event flow to ensure successful execution.
• Communication & Promotion: Contribute to event marketing efforts, including preparing email communications, updating social media platforms, and engaging with members through outreach.
• Administrative Support: Maintain event planning documents, manage RSVPs, track event budgets, and assist with post-event evaluations.
• Guest & Member Interaction: Deliver exceptional hospitality to members and guests, ensuring their needs are met throughout each event.

Internship Learning Plan & Development Goals

• Week 1-2: Orientation & Onboarding
  • Introduction to Creighton Farms and its member experience philosophy.
  • Shadow the Experience & Events Manager to understand club event operations.
  • Review upcoming events and assist with pre-event planning.
• Week 3-5: Hands-On Event Execution
  • Take an active role in setting up and managing youth activities.
  • Assist in event preparation, from logistics to vendor coordination.
  • Participate in golf outings by assisting with event coordination.
  • Engage with members to gather event feedback and enhance their experience.
• Week 6-8: Independent Project & Leadership Development
  • Plan and execute a small-scale member or youth event with guidance.
  • Assist in coordinating a golf outing, learning the operations of tournament management.
  • Work with cross-departmental teams to enhance the overall club experience.
  • Develop problem-solving and event management skills in real-time situations.
• Week 9-10: Final Project & Wrap-Up
  • Present a recap of internship experiences, key takeaways, and an event evolution project.
  • Execute an intern-led Staff Appreciation Event.
  • Provide recommendations for future event improvements.
  • Conduct an exit interview to discuss growth and career insights.

Qualifications Standards

• Currently pursuing a degree in Hospitality, Event Management, Recreation, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Passion for creating memorable and impactful experiences for members and guests.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

This internship offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in luxury event management within a country club setting. If you are passionate about event planning, hospitality, and delivering outstanding experiences, this internship is an ideal step toward a career in experience and events management. We are dedicated to fostering your professional growth, and we look forward to helping you develop valuable skills in a high-end hospitality setting.

Apply today to start your new career, the Southworth Way

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and additional tasks may be assigned based on operational needs.

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