Event Planning Intern Zoo

El becario de planificación de eventos en el Zoológico de Peoria asistirá en la operación de eventos en el zoológico y el jardín botánico, incluyendo la preparación y desmontaje, mantenimiento de áreas, y apoyo al personal de tiempo completo durante los eventos. También participará en eventos emblemáticos del distrito de parques y en sesiones de desarrollo profesional. El rol es parte de un programa de prácticas financiado por una subvención, con un horario de hasta 20 horas por semana.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of events at Peoria Zoo and Luthy Botanical Garden including the setup and teardown of the events.
• Assist in maintaining the appearance and cleanliness of all designated areas of the event space.
• Assist full time staff with routine duties during the course of an event.
• As part of the internship program, all interns will assist in several Peoria Park District signature events, as assigned.
• All interns will participate in professional development sessions and team-building activities as assigned.
• Follow all Peoria Park District rules, policies, and procedures.
• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the Peoria Park District’s safety program.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Education: Current college undergrad student (Sept 2026 - Dec 2026). This is internship is a grant-funded position from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority and available to current/active undergraduate-aged individuals, ages 18 years or older with up to 20 hours per week.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to follow picture-based event layouts.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, safe, and equitable to both internal and external customers.

Nice to have

• Experience: Previous hospitality, special events and culinary experience preferred.

Benefits

• Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.