Event Operations Intern

The San Antonio Rose Palace is seeking 1–3 interns to support event operations, venue logistics, nonprofit programming, marketing, and general administrative tasks. This internship provides hands-on experience in managing real events at a major equestrian and multi-use venue.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event setup, coordination, and breakdown
• Help with venue logistics and customer service during events
• Support marketing tasks including social media content, photos, and posting
• Assist with scheduling, communication, file organization, and admin work
• Provide support during HALO nonprofit youth programs
• Light equine-related support during events (no stall cleaning or heavy labor)

Skills We’re Looking For

• Strong communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and organized
• Ability to take initiative and follow through on tasks
• Basic proficiency with social media platforms
• Comfortable interacting with the public
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-moving event environment

Minimum Requirements

• Able to work 8–12 hours per week
• Must have reliable transportation to the San Antonio Rose Palace (IH-10 West)
• Comfortable working in an active event venue environment
• No previous horse experience required
• Must be able to occasionally lift or carry light items (chairs, signs, supplies)

Details

• Compensation: Modest hourly pay
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate classes
• Internship may support coursework or practicum requirements depending on major

This role is ideal for students studying business, communications, marketing, hospitality, nonprofit management, social work, agribusiness, or event coordination.