Special Events Intern

About the role

Help plan Noche de Estrellas 2027, our annual fundraising gala on May 17, 2027, at the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, DC.

Tasks

• Learn about fundraising, donor outreach, and silent auction planning.
• Help coordinate volunteers.
• Participate in venue walkthroughs, vendor meetings, and event preparations.
• Get behind-the-scenes experience in event production and logistics.
• Work directly with the Event Coordinator.

Requirements

• No previous event planning experience required!
• We're looking for someone who's organized, dependable, eager to learn, and comfortable taking initiative!

Schedule

• Start ASAP – June 4, 2027
• Approximately 5–8 hours/week, with additional availability closer to the gala.
• At least one venue walkthrough (date TBD).
• Two volunteer training sessions before the gala (dates TBD).
• May 12–14: Final event preparations.
• May 17: Gala day (9 AM–midnight; schedule and breaks coordinated in advance).
• Post-event responsibilities through June 4, as needed.

Pay

• Unpaid internship with a $500 stipend.

Benefits

• Complimentary GALA 2026–2027 season pass.

How to apply

• Email your resume and brief responses to the following questions.
• Initiative: Share a time you stepped up or took initiative.
• Organization: How do you stay organized while managing multiple responsibilities?
• Outreach

Location

• Washington, DC (Hybrid)