Event Technology Intern

Employment Type: Intern

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Work Site Type: On-site

Building A Brand Starts With Our Story

FIRST is a leading global brand experience agency providing Content, Creative, Digital Technology, Management & Delivery, and Data & Insights services. For 30 years, we have utilized three flexible delivery models: Embedded teams, Corporate Campus operations, and a Full-Service Agency.

Managing over 37,000 events & projects annually across 110 countries, FIRST serves 130+ brands, specializing in Fortune 500 companies within the Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Media, and Professional Services sectors. FIRST is part of the broader Encore family of companies. Encore is a global leader in event production and technology.

Consistently recognized for excellence, recent honors include 2026 Chief Marketer Agency of the Year, the Ad Net Zero Award for sustainability, and more. 

Learn more at www.firstagency.com

Location: Onsite in Jersey City office (In-Person) $20-$25 hours weekly.

What You Would Get To Do: 

The Event Technology Intern will provide administrative and operational support to a team of Event Technology Managers, helping ensure the smooth planning and execution of events. The intern will assist with database management, including maintaining accurate records, generating lists, and supporting event analytics and reporting. Responsibilities also include cross-checking event materials, managing inbox inquiries, uploading content to event platforms, and maintaining internal resources such as training hubs and documentation.

Your Contributions 

  • Provide administrative support to a team of Event Technology Managers
  • Support the team with database management to ensure consistency in information, accuracy of new and existing data, and list generation
  • List manipulation to provide team members with relevant registration data, year on year statistics, and insight into varied elements and event analytics
  • Assist with information/data cross-checks for event materials and collateral
  • Monitor email inboxes and respond to inquiries
  • Uploading photos/bios to event app
  • Assist with the upkeep and updating of the internal training hub
  • Update and distribute internal documents
  • Keep electronic event files and reports organized and up to date
  • Coordination of name badges, tent cards, place cards, departure notices, email confirmations, agenda, signage etc. where appropriate 
  • Participate in and provide on-site registration support at events, as needed
  • Flag inefficiencies and present solutions
  • Strict and accurate adherence to company’s time tracking policies and systems
  • Time management and prioritization skills to ensure efficient functioning of schedules and office systems
  • Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and organization skills
  • Maintain the company’s standard operating procedures
  • Act as an ambassador for the FIRST brand, leading by example and displaying the company’s core values (Ambition, Creativity, Excellence, Integrity, Teamwork)

What We Are Looking For 

  • Experience in an administrative function a plus, but not required
  • Prior event technology experience a plus, but not required
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
  • Excellent project management skills, including attention to detail, multi-tasking, prioritization of tasks, and ability to meet strict deadlines
  • Team player, able to take direction and run with it
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ambitious and proactive
  • Highly organized with ability to handle multiple tasks to meet strict deadlines
  • Proactive work style with the ability to work autonomously
  • Strong adaptability to situations and ever-changing demands
  • A calm and flexible approach to handling pressure and stress
  • Build excellent relationships with team through positive communications
  • Outgoing, comfortable interacting with individuals of all levels and providing input and guidance as needed

At FIRST, we believe that our success is driven by the passion, creativity, and commitment of our teams. That's why we offer a range of benefits and perks to support your personal and professional growth 

United States Residents: The base pay for this position ranges from $20 to $25 per hour. 

Please note that the national salary range listed in the job posting reflects the new hire salary range across various U.S. locations that would be applicable to the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 

 

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FIRST is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. FIRST is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We stand firm: FIRST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. If any candidate feels that they are unable to meet the requirements of the role, please get in touch to discuss adjustments or other suitable roles.