Are you interested in working in the event industry – specifically high-end weddings? The internationally published Cedarwood Weddings team is currently interviewing and accepting applications for the 2021 wedding season for wedding designer and event management interns.

EVENT MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP – College Credit

The event management intern will assist the Cedarwood Weddings Wedding Director and team in day of event management and client interactions. The event management intern will report to the Wedding Director and is expected to be available Friday through Sunday although this will fluctuate weekly depending on scheduled events. The internship initiative includes interacting with potential and current couples, their families, and guests, understanding and checking event layouts/plans, coordinating with on-site local vendors, and providing an exceptional experience and service for all couples, families, guests, and vendor partners.

Overview of Responsibilities but not limited to:

Manages lighting and sound ambiance

Responsible for double-checking plan for missed details or add-ons

Greets, Coordinates, and Interacts with couples, bridal parties, and families

Assists Wedding Director and coordinator in providing exceptional client experiences and goes the extra mile, often preemptively anticipating needs

Coordinates guests, provides directions, and assists in seamless event flow

Always anticipating, available, and approachable with a smile

Flexible to last minutes changes, late arrivals, children, rips, falls, tears, etc.

Responsible for drink stations and candle lighting

Assists in event break down and clean up

Assists in final touches and set up as needed

Works with a sense of urgency

Internship Guidelines:

4+ hours per week of in-office tasks, 1-3 on-site events per week (8-10 hours per event), 1-3 hours of off-site Pinterest support per week support per week, hours log, exit interview.

Possibility for concurrent internships from August 2021 – November 2021 available.

Dress Attire:

Neat all black clothing and black athletic/comfort footwear

Must be presentable at all times

Upon Successful Completion of Internship:

All internship guidelines must be met through the duration of the season. Upon completion, interns will receive (a) Certificate of Completion, (b) a letter of recommendation from Cedarwood Weddings, and (c) completed log for your Collegiate Course Advisor (for accredited internship college credit).

Required:

Must be attending college or university and able to receive college credit

Must be able to dedicate 16-20 hours a week on site including night and weekends

Must be available weekends & holidays

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Must be able to lift and move at least 50 pounds

Must be able to climb ladders, crouch, kneel, and bend

 

WEDDING DESIGNER INTERNSHIP – College Credit

The wedding designer intern will assist the Cedarwood Weddings design team in pre-planning, set up, and day of styling of all scheduled weddings and/or styled editorial shoots. The wedding designer intern will be responsible for developing new concepts, designs, and assisting in set up and break down of scheduled weddings. The wedding designer intern will report to the wedding stylist and is expected to be available Thursday through Sunday although this will fluctuate weekly depending on scheduled events. The internship initiative includes interacting with potential and current couples, families, and guests, on-site design experience, understanding and checking event layouts/plans, coordinating with on-site local partners and vendors, and providing an exceptional experience for all couples, families, guests, and vendor partners.

 

Overview of Responsibilities but not limited to:

Assists with styling, design, and set up of all scheduled weddings

Develops new concepts and designs for tablescapes & accent tables

Communicates clearly and effectively with design team on additional floral or décor needs

Responsible for pulling and integrating cohesive props & decor

Manages a clean and neat property with an eye for details

Responsible for ensuring adequate candlelight is on every reception and accent table

Responsible for set up and styling coffee & water stations

Assists in pre-planning for day of styling

Assists in post-clean up and organization of props and décor

Assists with Pinterest categorization, cross pinning, and inspiration at least 3 days a week from Cedarwood or remote

Assist with Cedarwood social media including Instagram and Facebook

Assists in wedding planning sessions with couples when possible

Works with a sense of urgency

Takes initiative and is always anticipating and available with a positive attitude

Moves onto needed tasks with little direction

Internship Guidelines:

4 hours per week of in-office tasks, 1-3 on-site events per week (8 hours per event), 1-3 hours of off-site Pinterest support per week, hours log, exit interview.

Possibility for concurrent internships from August 2021- November 2021 available and preferred.

Dress Attire:

Neat all black clothing and black athletic/comfort footwear

Must be presentable at all times

Upon Successful Completion of Internship:

All internship guidelines must be met through the duration of the season. Upon completion, interns will receive (a) Certificate of Completion, (b) a letter of recommendation from Cedarwood Weddings, and (c) completed log for your Collegiate Course Advisor (for accredited internship college credit).

Required:

Must be attending college or university and able to receive college credit

Must be able to dedicate 20 hours a week on site including weekends

Must be available weekends & holidays

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Must be able to lift and move at least 50 pounds

Must be able to climb ladders, crouch, kneel, and bend

For detailed information and inquiries regarding each of these positions,  internship guidelines for accredited internship college credit, contact (emails only please): kelly@cedarwoodweddings.com