Conference Assistant Intern

The Conference Assistant Intern will play a key role in providing the support required to maintain and grow Kahner Global Conferences.

This part-time intern will report to the Founder of the firm.

The Role:

• Research identify media partners, monitor press coverage
• Assist in coordinating sponsorships, liaise with sponsors
• Assist in social media management via Kahner Global’s Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn accounts

• Proof and edit Conference print and electronic materials

General duties include but are not limited to:

• Provide general administrative duties as directed
• Support during conferences, including the registration desk

Who should apply: Undergraduate college students in New York City or Brooklyn who are interested in developing their marketing, sales, and event planning skills, while learning the ins and outs of working for a successful startup in the cannabis industry. While this is an unpaid internship, you will have the opportunity to earn commission on sales as well as the potential for a paid role starting September.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with MailChimp or similar programs preferred
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Diplomacy and comfort in interacting with a diverse audience
• Reliable and honest, with a positive outlook
• Ability to travel if needed to conferences

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Interest in the conference or cannabis industry
• Desire to gain experience working for a small startup
• Strong client and communication skills

HOURS & COMPENSATION

• Duration of internship: June-September 2018
• Hours: 6 hours a week

APPLICATION PROCESSAPPLICATION DEADLINE: June 5, 2018

Job Types: Part-time, Internship, Commission

Salary: $30,000.00 /year

Required education:

• Bachelor's

Job Location:

• Brooklyn, NY 11238

Required shifts:

• Mid-Day