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Textron 2025 Internship - Events Associate in Wichita, Kansas
2025 Internship - Events Associate
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Manager of Global Events/Partnerships and based in Wichita, KS, the Trade Show and Events Associate Intern will assist and work with the supervisor to coordinate and support details surrounding Textron Aviation’s presence at customer events, trade shows, & industry gatherings to ensure the Textron Aviation brand is properly represented.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works closely with all levels of the organization to ensure timely execution of events
Plans, travels to, and implements trade shows domestically and internationally
Negotiates on behalf of Textron Aviation with outside vendors to ensure the businesses’ needs are met every time
Organizes and maintains details pertaining to an event including travel and accommodation for senior leadership and other employees
Interacts with customers and potential customers and handle their needs before, during and after an event
Creates and implements pre- and post-event reports which include qualitative and quantitative data collected on-site, including event follow up with Sales staff to determine strengths and opportunities for future events
Qualifications
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in:
Marketing
Communications
Other related field
QUALIFICATIONS:
Basic knowledge and understanding of the Business Aviation Industry
Ability to work in a matrix environment. Ability to execute projects based on direction from multiple sources, while maintaining effective relationships
Effectively utilizes time and organizes priorities well
Demonstrated ability to lead and direct internal teams, external suppliers, and company leaders as it relates to the development and execution of specific marketing campaigns
Action oriented and seizes opportunities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office products
Summer internships are 40 hours per week from late-May to early-August lasting 10 weeks. Candidates must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship program unless approved by the hiring manager.
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.
Candidates must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship program unless approved otherwise by the hiring manager.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Business Development
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Internship / Co-Op
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/01/2024, 12:00:00 AM
Job Number: 325165