Summer 2025 ForbesLive Intern

As a Summer 2025 ForbesLive Intern at Forbes, you will provide comprehensive support to various teams, with a focus on Logistics and Programming. This includes conducting research for venues and speakers, assisting with pre-event planning, and helping ensure smooth on-site execution of events. You'll also engage in administrative tasks such as scheduling and managing event calendars.

The ideal candidate for the Summer 2025 ForbesLive Internship at Forbes is a currently enrolled college student, preferably a Junior or Senior based in the New York Metropolitan Area. A genuine passion for the events industry, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite are crucial. We also value self-starters who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

To be a strong candidate for the Summer 2025 ForbesLive Internship at Forbes, you should possess excellent organizational skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to creatively solve problems. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for networking and liaising effectively with team members, potential speakers, and collaborators. A willingness to learn new tools like Smartsheet is also a plus!

The Summer 2025 ForbesLive Internship at Forbes requires you to be based in the New York Metropolitan Area, and while some roles may offer a hybrid work schedule, this position will likely involve on-site work during events at locations like the Forbes event space in New York (Forbes on Fifth). Flexibility regarding evening and weekend events is important.

The hourly rate for the Summer 2025 ForbesLive Internship at Forbes is expected to be $21.00. Forbes has shared this estimate based on the skills, education, and experience of the successful candidate. They also mention that the rates may change, so it’s good to stay informed about updates on the job posting.

When discussing your experience with event planning, highlight specific instances where you took initiative or led a project. Share details about the types of events you’ve worked on, your role in logistics, and how you managed challenges that arose during the planning process.

In your response, emphasize the importance of organization, communication, and attention to detail in event logistics. Discuss how maintaining a timeline, coordinating with vendors, managing budgets, and ensuring all aspects are aligned can lead to a successful event outcome.

Explain your method for prioritization, such as using project management tools or creating checklists. Describe how you identify urgent tasks versus long-term goals, and how you stay adaptable when priorities shift as an event approaches.

Discuss current challenges like remote work impacts, budgeting constraints, or vendor reliability. Offer strategies for overcoming these challenges, such as building strong vendor relationships, leveraging technology for event management, or finding creative solutions to budget limitations.

Share your enthusiasm for ForbesLive by discussing its impact on business and society. Mention any specific events or initiatives that resonate with you, and express how you hope to contribute to the team’s mission of fostering diversity and innovative thinking within the events space.

Outline your relevant skills such as strong communication abilities, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and any experience with project management tools. Emphasize your eagerness to learn, your attention to detail, and your creative problem-solving capabilities.

Discuss techniques such as crafting personalized and professional emails, being clear about expectations, and following up respectfully. Mention the importance of building rapport and being adaptable to the needs of potential speakers and partners.

Share a specific scenario where you faced a challenge, such as last-minute venue changes or scheduling conflicts, and detail the steps you took to resolve it effectively. Highlight the outcome and what you learned from the experience.

Explain your strategy for managing multiple projects, such as creating a detailed project timeline, using digital tools for scheduling, and setting regular check-ins with team members. Discuss the importance of flexibility in responding to changes.

Express your desire to learn about the different aspects of event logistics, enhance your communication skills, and build valuable industry connections. Highlight your enthusiasm for gaining real-world experience in a dynamic environment.