Special Events Intern

Internship – Special Events

GiGi's Playhouse is an established series of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers. Serving children and adults of all ages, each Playhouse provides educational, therapeutic, and career development programs at no charge to families, and in a format that individuals with Down syndrome learn best. All programs aim to maximize self-confidence and empower individuals to achieve their greatest potential. Founded by GiGi's Mom in 2003, GiGi's has grown into a network of 62 Playhouses, including two international Playhouses in Mexico.

Program Overview

The Special Events Intern is responsible for helping the Executive Director lead, plan, and implement marketing strategies to grow revenues and awareness of GiGi's Playhouse through special events. This intern will be the point person along with the Operations Manager for all marquee fundraising events and will help manage all aspects of fundraising events with the support of volunteer event committees. This position will also help coordinate miscellaneous events on a monthly basis. The ideal candidate should have in interest in marketing successful galas, walks/runs, golf outings, lifestyle events such as wine tastings, craft expositions, art events, and fashion events. Have the ability to travel routinely within the greater Indianapolis area.

Specific Duties:

• Plan, implement, and manage unique and memorable "signature" events, including Galas, 5Ks, and other special events, in collaboration with volunteer chairpersons and committee members.
• Coordinate necessary branding, print, and mailing activities for all assigned events with staff and vendors.
• Work with Playhouse families, staff, and community leaders to identify, solicit, recruit, and develop volunteers, including event chairs and committee members.
• Lead communication of accurate and up-to-date event plans, activities, and benchmarks with leadership, staff.
• Build successful relationships with sponsors, attendees, and volunteers for the purposes of promoting and facilitating additional donation and partnership opportunities.
• Marketing to local civic organizations, businesses, schools, and the community to grow our signature events
• Develop and implement social media campaigns
• Develop and implement email marketing campaigns

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this role.

QUALIFICATIONS and experience:

Enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree program.

The Event Intern role requires a candidate with the following skill set:

• Knowledge of computers and data entry with experience using the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• Ability to achieve public relations objectives through speaking engagements and the use of media.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative planning and working relationships with other public and volunteer community agencies.

For more information, or to apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to our team at

Job Type: Internship

Pay: $100.00 per year

Work Location: In person