Concessions/Event Services Internship 2021

Description

The position of the Concessions/Event Services Intern reports to the Director of Event Services. The purpose of this position is to assist in the day-to-day functions of the Event Services Team including but not limited to assisting with the Indiana State Fair Concessions contracts and mailings, Expo Hall vendors and Campgrounds inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Concessions as needed –  daily input on computer utilizing Ungerboeck, collection of money, mailings, filing
• Assist with daily concessions collections during the State Fair
• Assist Switchboard/Front Desk Receptionist for Administration Building
• Assist with Campgrounds inquiries
• Assist with Expo Hall vendors contracts, needs
• Assist with setup needs for Fair and year-round shows if needed
• Assist with Fair special events as needed
• Assist management with office needs such as data processing and reports utilizing Word, Excel, Ungerboeck, copying, filing, mailings as needed
• Answer phones
• Provide excellent customer service to all Fairgrounds customers

Qualifications

Summer interns at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center work throughout the season preparing for and assisting with the execution of the annual Indiana State Fair. All interns, regardless of department, learn to work closely as a team, to be organized and to deliver a top-notch customer experience. Specialized skills for this position include.

This position may work with and build relationships with any of several State government officials, State Fair Commission and Board members, contractors, vendors, law enforcement, emergency response personnel, exhibitors, sponsors and the general public.