Special Events Intern
Pike Place Market Foundation —
Seattle, WA
POSITION TITLE: Special Event Intern
HOURS & SALARY: Unpaid, temporary position, 15-25 hours/week. Bus pass provided
DATES: Summer 2013 (May or June-August; start and end dates are flexible.)
REPORTS TO: Market Foundation Event Coordinator
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
BACKGROUND
The Market Foundation works to preserve the traditions and diversity of the Pike Place Market neighborhood by raising funds to support services located in the Pike Place Market historical district that benefit downtown Seattles low-income and senior residents. These include the Pike Market Medical Clinic, Senior Center, Child Care & Preschool and the Downtown Food Bank. The Foundation hosts events to raise funds and awareness for these efforts. For more information: www.pikeplacemarketfoundation.org.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Market Foundations summer intern assists with the planning and production of one of our largest events of the year, Sunset Supper at the Market, to be held on August 16, 2013. Sunset Supper features food & beverages served by over 70 top Seattle restaurants, wineries, breweries and beverage companies. The event takes place on historic Pike Place overlooking Elliott Bay and attracts more than 1,000 guests. Entertainment includes live music and dancing, raffles and a great party atmosphere.
This unpaid internship offers a unique opportunity for an individual with interests in event planning, non-profit fundraising, donor databases, and project management to gain hands-on experience of a large, complex charitable event.