The Urban Land Institute (ULI) is a nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members, with a mission to shape the future of the built environment for transformative impact in communities worldwide. ULI Washington, a district council of the Institute, delivers this mission throughout the metropolitan Washington region through various engagement programs and events. Events take place in different formats, including virtual, hybrid, and, increasingly, in-person. All in-person events incorporate COVID-19 protocols, consistent with ULI’s policy that all participants must show proof of COVID vaccination. With over 2,300 members representing the spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines, ULI Washington is the second-largest district council in the United States and serves as a central convener of thought leadership in the metropolitan Washington region.

POSITION SUMMARY:

ULI Washington is looking for a qualified part-time intern to join our team. ULI Washington produces multiple events throughout the year and seeks a Meetings and Events Intern who can participate in various stages of the planning process. ULI Washington is supported by a lean and entrepreneurial six-person full-time staff. Together, the ULI Washington team works in partnership with each other and with volunteer member committees and leaders to programming for the district council.

The intern will report to the Director, Meetings and Events & the Senior Director and will work on a range of events. The intern may also work on other areas of responsibility in the District Council. Upon conclusion of the program, the intern will have gained experience in the pre-planning logistical process for meetings and events, including the development of event programming, customer service, specifications, and the importance of tracking registration.

The Meeting and Events Intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of meeting, programming, and event management.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with customer service calls and/or emails from members inquiring about events
• Assist with the registration process for meetings and events, including inputting event information into our database, printing name badges, signage, etc.
• Provide support for the vendor/supplier RFP process for future meetings, including organizing and analyzing responses
• Assist with website data entry for programming, eblasts, and social media
• Create spreadsheets to collect programming and sponsorship data
• Coordinate team meetings and manage calendars using programs such as Doodle Poll; send out electronic invitations, and surveys
• Provide on-site registration support for events in the local metropolitan area
• Manage supplies such as badge stock, holders, ribbons, etc. and maintain storage organization
• Assist with sponsor relations for major events, as directed
• Assist with website updates, as directed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong computer skills (MS Word and Excel), experience with NetForum and WordPress software is helpful but not necessary
• Outstanding writing, communication, and people skills
• Efficient organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Exceptional customer service skills, creativity, and initiative
• Interest in CRE (Commercial Real Estate) or the land-use industry is a plus but not required
• The intern will work 10-15 hours per week at the following rate of $18/hr.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

To apply, please follow the link below. Please submit a résumé and a letter of interest.

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=76dd43dd-5757-401e-9ef5-65813f73b552&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=452475&lang=en_US&source=EN

ULI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran or active military status, non-citizenship or citizenship status, arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, familial status, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence or sexual violence, or any other status protected by applicable law.

EOE/m/f/d/v. No relocation reimbursement is offered at this time.