summer internships - Closed
Summer 2022 internship applications have closed. Please check back again in June for Fall internships.
Compensation:
- Stipend determined based on applicant + semester time frame
- College course credit
- Occasional paid off-site staffing opportunities
Department: Events
Length: Semester (Summer, Spring & Fall)
Requirement: Flexible 20 – 25 hours/week
Reports To: Managing Director and various team Project Managers
Duties included, but not limited to:
- Attend meetings and site visits with project managers and take detailed notes
- Contact and coordinate vendors for events, including but not limited to entertainment, logistics vendors, and food & beverage vendors
- Continue to maintain CE Group’s relationships with vendors
- Maintain Microsoft documents (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with detailed information including Site Maps, RSVP’s through phone line and email, Run of Show, Check Requests, Meeting Notes, etc.
- Research past projects for ideas, entertainment, and budget estimates
- Prepare, inventory, and gather supplies in the CE Group warehouse prior to small to large events
- Assist in project close outs and post event activities by gathering timesheets, invoices, handwriting thank you notes, distributing surveys, etc.
Qualifications:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong, personable customer service and communication skills, both oral and verbal
- Ability to multi-task; deliver results while balancing multiple projects at once
- Strong time management skills
- Must be able to work with a team and communicate well with each team member and function within an office environment
Compensation:
- Stipend determined based on applicant + semester time frame
- College course credit
- Occasional paid off-site staffing opportunities
Department: CEDMC
Length: Semester (Summer, Spring & Fall)
Requirement: 15 – 20 hours/week
Reports To: CEDMC Team Manager(s)
Duties included, but not limited to:
- Attend meetings and site visits with project managers and take detailed notes.
- Contact and coordinate vendors for corporate programs, including but not limited to entertainment, caterers, venues, transportation.
- Continue to maintain CE Group’s relationships with vendors.
- Maintain Microsoft documents (Excel, Word) with detailed information including staffing orders, service orders, and suppliers reserved forms.
- Research for new ideas, entertainment, and venues.
- Assist Operations Manager in preparing for programs, such as send reconfirmation emails to staff, prepare check requests, and advance venues.
- Assist in project close outs and post event activities by gathering timesheets, invoices, handwriting thank you notes, distributing surveys, etc.
Qualifications:
- Strong in Microsoft PowerPoint and proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Strong, personable customer service and communication skills, both oral and verbal.
- Ability to contribute creative ideas and solutions to the CEDMC team
- Ability to multi-task; deliver results while balancing multiple projects at once.
- Strong time-management skills.
- Must be able to work with a team, communicate well, and function within an office
Compensation:
- Stipend determined based on applicant + semester time frame
- College course credit
- Occasional paid off-site staffing opportunities
Department: Communications
Length: Semester (Summer, Spring & Fall)
Requirement: 20 – 25 hours/week
Reports To: Integrated Communications Manager
Duties included, but not limited to:
- Support IC associate with media communications, research, calendar listings, social media posts, creative storyboards and marketing timelines as requested.
- Experience various media components including online, radio, television and print media (i.e. San Antonio Report, SA Current, KSAT, etc.).
- Assist with various office tasks such as taking inventory, making copies, assembling marketing packets and other misc. tasks as assigned.
- Track, clip, and record media coverage and calculate impressions.
- Document meetings with detailed minutes.
- Keep a detailed notebook/portfolio throughout their time with The CE Group for personal reference.
Qualifications:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong, personable customer service and communication skills, both oral and verbal
- Ability to multi-task; deliver results while balancing multiple projects at once
- Strong time management skills
- Must be able to work with a team and communicate well with each team member and function within an office environment
- Familiar with social media outlets and online search engines
Note: Applicants must provide examples of written work.
Interns may schedule a meeting with the internship coordinator at the end of semester if they wish to have help with their resume.
Compensation:
- Stipend determined based on applicant + semester time frame
- College course credit
- Occasional paid off-site staffing opportunities
Department: Creative
Length: Semester (Summer, Spring & Fall)
Requirement: 12 – 20 hours/week
Reports To: Managing Director and/or Graphic Designer
Our creative services team blends outstanding design and thoughtful written communication to create powerful brand stories. Our team of experienced designers and communicators collaborate to bring unmatched creativity, impeccable attention to detail, and compelling results to every project we touch. We help our partners stand out to the audiences that matter most.
Duties included, but not limited to:
- Attend meetings and take detailed notes.
- Participate in creative brainstorming sessions.
- Assist in taking initial ideas and executing them in a creative way.
- Continue to maintain CE Group’s relationships with vendors.
- Understand brand importance and maintain consistency no matter which brand we are working with.
- Assist in project close outs by gathering files and folders, maintaining templates and help with invoicing.
Qualifications:
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop).
- Have own laptop with CS installed. (Required)
- Strong, personable customer service and communication skills, both oral and verbal.
- Ability to multi-task; deliver results while balancing multiple projects at once.
- Strong time-management skills.
- Must be able to take direction from creative director, communicate well with each team member and function within an office environment.
Note: Applicants must provide portfolio examples, in order to apply.
careers
The CE Group is currently accepting applicants for events and destination management positions. Please review the open positions and submit your resume to the corresponding coordinator at the end of each job description.
TITLE: CE DMC Project Manager
REPORTS TO: CE DMC
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
SUMMARY: Coordinates multiple components in the Destination Management Company division of The CE Group, Inc. including, but not limited to, logistics planning, proposal writing, operations & execution of complex multifaceted conferences, events, venues and/or production programs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinates and arranges CE DMC project services and logistics such as hotel accommodations, transportation, rentals, venues or restaurant reservations, decoration and/or supply purchases, signage, permits, and event security.
- Coordinates project vendor needs by contacting, tracking, and confirming vendors to include verifying and/or collecting and entering new vendor information into the database, processing invoices, and verifying invoices to project template.
- Working with the team to revamp new proposal materials for CE DMC. Execute all proposals in a timely and efficient manner. It is not uncommon that proposals are to be turned around in very short time frames.
- Coordinates project staffing needs by contacting, tracking, and confirming project staff to include verifying and/or collecting and entering new project staff information into the database, processing time sheets, and verifying time sheets to project template.
- Provides operational logistics such as creating and maintaining vendor timelines, transportation and lodging spreadsheets, and site map, meeting agendas and recaps, and Run of Show documentation.
- Organize and manage each event folder and forms from start of sale to end of event. Input all budget and client forms in folder throughout the event sales and operations process.
- Provides assistance in project close outs by capturing all costs related to the project, verifying receipt of all vendor invoices and staff time sheets, and submit proper documentation to Accounting for processing.
- Work on hotel partnership and setting up sales presentations and follow through on relationship building
- Coordinate all logistics associated with producing a CE DMC event
- A drive to learn all aspects of CE DMC sales
EDUCATION:
Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism Administration, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field.
EXPERIENCE:
(2) Years in DMC environment and fast-paced, event logistics or related industry experience.
SKILLS:
- Must have strong customer service, project management, and time management skills
- Must be able to demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, and motivational skills
- Must have intermediate language, mathematical, reasoning skills
- Must have strong verbal, written and presentation skills
- Must be able to coordinate multiple projects concurrently
- Must be a self-starter, be able to work independently and exercise sound judgment
- Must be able to demonstrate the desire and ability of working within a team environment by maintaining the proper attitude, team unity and support, and the willingness to do whatever it takes to produce high quality, superior projects.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite software, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
Finger Dexterity: Using fingers to make small movements such as typing or picking up small objects.
Talking: Frequently conveying information, instructions, and ideas clearly, or quickly.
Hearing: Able to hear average or normal conversations, in person or by phone.
Repetitive Motions: Frequently and regularly using the wrists, hands, and fingers.
Visual: Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or other materials.
Physical: May be required to stand for long periods at project functions or sit for long periods of time while preparing for projects. May have to lift folders, files, papers, small boxes, and other items weighing up to approximately 10 lbs. May be required to bend, stoop, or climb in setting-up events. May have to travel to project sites.
NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required. Additionally, this job description is not intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and The CE Group continues to maintain its status as an at-will employer.
Please submit cover letter and resume by February 21st, 2022 to PMartinez@cegroupinc.net
Title: Event Manager
Reports To: Managing Director (Director of Events Team), and President & CEO
Classification: Open Only to Project Based or Part Time Applicants
Description: The CE Group is seeking applicants to perform overall project management tasks for client projects. This position will require the employee to work alongside team members daily and will perform external and internal duties as described. Qualified candidates for consideration should have experience in coordinating logistics, planning processes, attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Duties included, but not limited to:
- Coordinate and manage projects or aspects of projects as assigned.
- Participate in client site visits, meetings, and conference calls to ensure that progress is maintained, and objectives are being met.
- Provide project management services with the company’s reputation for attention to detail and documentation, including creating and maintaining updates to necessary project documents such as Run of Shows, Project Recaps and Site Maps.
- Secure, negotiate proposals/contracts, schedule and manage ongoing communication with various project component partners and vendors including, but not limited to permitting, entertainment, health and safety needs, venue, food & beverage, décor, rentals, photography/videography, audio-visual, security, signage, transportation, parking, etc.
- Develop budgets, provide detailed expense sheets and work within client budgets to the best of ability.
- Oversee and manage the on-site execution of projects including supervising support staff, resolving logistical issues, and ensuring project execution meets client’s expectations.
- Participate in required internal team meetings.
- Performs other duties as required.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years career experience in a fast-paced environment with significant planning skills, and similar or parallel job duties. Comparable experience may be acceptable pending review.
- Confidence working independently, exercising sound judgment, and knowing when to lean on others to develop as such.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong planning, project management, time management, and customer service skills.
- A great team player, who supports one another through good attitudes and a drive to produce superior outcomes together.
- Physically able to execute projects for potentially long periods of time on-site including load in and load out.
- Experience working in high-demand environments where delivering great outcomes for clients is paramount.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite software, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
Please submit cover letter and resume by February 21st, 2022 to KFriedman@cegroupinc.net
Title: Project Manager
Classification: Exempt
Reports To: CE DMC Account Manager
Description: Coordinates multiple components in the Destination Management Company division of The CE Group, Inc. including, but not limited to, logistics planning, proposal writing, operations & execution of complex multifaceted conferences, events, venues and/or production programs.
Duties included, but not limited to:
- Provides assistance in project close outs by capturing all costs related to the project, verifying receipt of all vendor invoices and staff time sheets, and submit proper documentation to Accounting for processing.Coordinate all logistics associated with producing a CE DMC event.
- Coordinates and arranges CE DMC project services and logistics such as hotel accommodations, transportation, rentals, venues or restaurant reservations, decoration and/or supply purchases, signage, permits, and event security.
- Coordinates project vendor needs by contacting, tracking, and confirming vendors to include verifying and/or collecting and entering new vendor information into the database, processing invoices, and verifying invoices to project template.
- Working with the team to revamp new proposal materials for CE DMC. Execute all proposals in a timely and efficient manner. It is not uncommon that proposals are to be turned around in very short time frames.
- Coordinates project staffing needs by contacting, tracking, and confirming project staff to include verifying and/or collecting and entering new project staff information into the database, processing time sheets, and verifying time sheets to project template.
- Provides operational logistics such as creating and maintaining vendor timelines, transportation and lodging spreadsheets, and site map, meeting agendas and recaps, and Run of Show documentation.
- Organize and manage each event folder and forms from start of sale to end of event. Input all budget and client forms in folder throughout the event sales and operations process.
Education: Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism Administration, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field.
Experience: (2) Years in DMC environment and fast-paced, event logistics or related industry experience.
Requirements:
- Must have strong customer service, project management, and time management skills
- Must be able to demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, and motivational skills
- Must have intermediate language, mathematical, reasoning skills
- Must have strong verbal, written and presentation skills
- Must be able to coordinate multiple projects concurrently
- Must be a self-starter, be able to work independently and exercise sound judgment
- Must be able to demonstrate the desire and ability of working within a team environment by maintaining the proper attitude, team unity and support, and the willingness to do whatever it takes to produce high quality, superior projects.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite software, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Physical Activities and Requirements:
Finger Dexterity: Using fingers to make small movements such as typing or picking up small objects.
Talking: Frequently conveying information, instructions, and ideas clearly, or quickly.
Hearing: Able to hear average or normal conversations, in person or by phone.
Repetitive Motions: Frequently and regularly using the wrists, hands, and fingers.
Visual: Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or other materials.
Physical: May be required to stand for long periods at project functions or sit for long periods of time while preparing for projects. May have to lift folders, files, papers, small boxes, and other items weighing up to approximately 10 lbs. May be required to bend, stoop, or climb in setting-up events. May have to travel to project sites.
NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required. Additionally, this job description is not intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and The CE Group continues to maintain its status as an at-will employer.
Please submit cover letter and resume to Pam Martinez by February 21st, 2022 at pmartinez@cegroupinc.net.
Title: Event Manager
Classification: Open Only to Project Based or Part Time Applicants
Reports To:Managing Director (Director of Events Team), and President & CEO
Description: The CE Group is seeking applicants to perform overall project management tasks for client projects. This position will require the employee to work alongside team members daily and will perform external and internal duties as described. Qualified candidates for consideration should have experience in coordinating logistics, planning processes, attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Coordinate and manage projects or aspects of projects as assigned.
- Participate in client site visits, meetings, and conference calls to ensure that progress is maintained, and objectives are being met.
- Provide project management services with the company’s reputation for attention to detail and documentation, including creating and maintaining updates to necessary project documents such as Run of Shows, Project Recaps and Site Maps.
- Secure, negotiate proposals/contracts, schedule and manage ongoing communication with various project component partners and vendors including, but not limited to permitting, entertainment, health and safety needs, venue, food & beverage, décor, rentals, photography/videography, audio-visual, security, signage, transportation, parking, etc.
- Develop budgets, provide detailed expense sheets and work within client budgets to the best of ability.
- Oversee and manage the on-site execution of projects including supervising support staff, resolving logistical issues, and ensuring project execution meets client’s expectations.
- Participate in required internal team meetings.
- Performs other duties as required.
Experience: (3) Years in a fast-paced environment with significant planning skills, and similar or pallet job duties, comparable experience may be acceptable pending review.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years career experience in a fast-paced environment with significant planning skills, and similar or parallel job duties. Comparable experience may be acceptable pending review.
- Confidence working independently, exercising sound judgment, and knowing when to lean on others to develop as such.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong planning, project management, time management, and customer service skills.
- A great team player, who supports one another through good attitudes and a drive to produce superior outcomes together.
- Physically able to execute projects for potentially long periods of time on-site including load in and load out.
- Experience working in high-demand environments where delivering great outcomes for clients is paramount.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite software, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
Physical Activities and Requirements:
Finger Dexterity: Using fingers to make small movements such as typing or picking up small objects.
Talking: Frequently conveying information, instructions, and ideas clearly, or quickly.
Hearing: Able to hear average or normal conversations, in person or by phone.
Repetitive Motions: Frequently and regularly using the wrists, hands, and fingers.
Visual: Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or other materials.
Physical: May be required to stand for long periods at project functions or sit for long periods of time while preparing for projects. May have to lift folders, files, papers, small boxes, and other items weighing up to approximately 10 lbs. May be required to bend, stoop, or climb in setting-up events. May have to travel to project sites.
NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required. Additionally, this job description is not intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and The CE Group continues to maintain its status as an at-will employer.
Please submit cover letter and resume by February 21st, 2022 to KFriedman@cegroupinc.net