Sponsorship & Event Coordinator Intern
Weekly Pay + Commission Opportunity
Location: Philadelphia Region (Hybrid / Event-Based)
Are you passionate about events, community engagement, and building meaningful partnerships? We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Sponsorship & Event Coordinator Intern to support the planning and execution of dynamic community and literary-focused events including book fairs, author showcases, community walks, networking gatherings, and strategic meetings.
This is a hands-on internship designed for someone who wants real-world experience in sponsorship sales, event production, and partnership development — with weekly pay plus commission incentives for sponsorship revenue secured.
What You’ll Do
• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of events including book fairs, networking mixers, community walks, and social gatherings
• Assist in developing sponsorship packages and securing monetary and in-kind sponsors
• Collaborate with leadership to align events with strategic goals and revenue targets
• Research and secure venues, vendors, and community partners
• Coordinate logistics including setup, catering, décor, transportation, AV needs, and registration systems
• Help develop and manage event budgets with cost-effective solutions
• Negotiate vendor agreements and sponsorship commitments
• Create detailed run-of-show timelines and execution plans
• Oversee event-day setup, guest registration, and on-site coordination
• Support volunteer and staff management to ensure smooth operations
• Deliver exceptional guest and sponsor experiences
• Assist in resolving any issues quickly and professionally during events
• Identify upsell opportunities for sponsors and event enhancements
Compensation
• Weekly stipend
• Commission on sponsorships secured
• Performance-based growth opportunities
• Professional development in marketing, partnerships, and event production
Qualifications
• 1–2 years experience in event planning, marketing, hospitality, nonprofit fundraising, or related field (internship experience counts)
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Confident in pitching sponsorship opportunities
• Organized with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple moving pieces
• Basic budgeting and financial tracking skills
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends during event activations
• Knowledge of hospitality or restaurant operations is a plus
Who This Role Is Perfect For
• Marketing or communications students
• Emerging event planners
• Future nonprofit or corporate sponsorship professionals
• Individuals who enjoy relationship building and community engagement
• Self-starters who want commission-based earning potential
Job Types: Part-time, Internship
Pay: From $100.00 per week
Expected hours: 1 per week
Benefits:
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
Work Location: Remote