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2026 Summer Event Operations Internship - WCF Events

CompanyWindy City Fieldhouse
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will work with experienced event planners to produce corporate events and assist in various operational tasks. Responsibilities include creating proposals, managing equipment, and supporting marketing efforts.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
54
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
45 hours
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About The Company
WCF Events (Windy City Fieldhouse), voted Chicago's #1 Team Building Company four times, is the Midwest's largest Team Building and Entertainment Company dedicated to assisting its clients in the creation of exceptional and memorable interactive events throughout the Chicagoland area and across the United States. WCF's fun and interactive programs ranging from Summer Picnics and Scavenger Hunts to Deep Skills Team Building events provide the results you need to build a high performance team with enthusiastic, motivated and loyal employees. WCF accommodates your every need by matching and customizing its programs to fit your unique mission and objectives. Whether you are looking for a deep skills teambuilding event, a fun and interactive summer picnic, a custom holiday party entertainment package or an engaging and educational DEI event, WCF works with you to create a memorable and exceptional client experience that delivers true value and fun to your group.
About the Role

Description

WCF Events seeks motivated and enthusiastic college students or recent graduates for our Summer Event Operations Internship program. We are the Midwest’s largest corporate entertainment and team building company, consistently providing memorable and exceptional events for its extensive list of corporate clients.


As an intern, you will become an integral piece of the planning and execution process of WCF’s various summer picnics, scavenger hunts and team building programs.


Responsibilities

  • Working with experienced event planners to produce flawless corporate events
  • Creating sale proposals for prospective clients
  • Researching new product offerings
  • Assisting with client retention programs
  • Managing event equipment and transportation needs
  • Assisting with marketing and social media projects
  • Assisting with front desk responsibilities

Requirements

  • Recent college graduate or undergrad/graduate student with an interest in event management
  • Ability to multitask and work effectively in a team environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Daily access to a car to drive coworkers to and from events along with other operational needs
  • 1-2 years of customer service experience
  • Superior attention to detail

Additional

  • Duration of Internship: Mid-May through Mid-September
  • Hours: 40-45 per week, on average, including nights and weekends
  • Location: Chicago, IL
Key Skills
Event ManagementCommunication SkillsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointCustomer ServiceAttention to DetailTeamworkMultitaskingResearchMarketingSocial MediaProposal WritingClient RetentionEvent PlanningLogisticsFront Desk Responsibilities
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