Conference Planning Intern

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Posting Period:

March 26, 2025 - Until Filled

Employee Type:

SHORTTERM Short-term Temps

Position Type:

Intern (Fixed Term)

Position Details:

Position Details:

NEA is accepting applications for individuals interested in participating in the NEA Internship Program, Conference and Facilities Management, Business Operations, for the Spring/Summer 2025 session, which will begin on or after June 09, 2025, and will end on August 14, 2025. The internships range from six weeks to a full semester. Interns will receive a stipend of $20 per hour and may intern up to a maximum of twenty (20) hours a week.

The NEA Internship Program provides interns with training, learning opportunities, educational activities, and exposure to a variety of rich and substantive hands-on experiences that support quality public education.

NEA Internships: Position Summary

The NEA partners with institutions of higher education, intern programs, and other organizations to identify interns - generally, but not limited to, juniors, seniors, recent college graduates (up to 18 months) or graduate students. Students pursuing degrees related to logistics, supply chain management, printing technology, business, or related fields and disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Position Emphasis: This position supports NEA’s strategic objective to focus the energy and resources of its 3 million members toward the promotion of public education by participating in internship opportunities and assignments in Conference and Facilities Management and Business Operations of the National Education Association. This internship is on-site and virtual at NEA Headquarters.

Intern assignments include:

As a Conference Planning Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in financial operations and business management. You will work closely with experienced professionals to support various financial tasks and projects.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with scheduling and management of the Conference Center.
• Support the preparation of RA Logistics
• Assist on logistics for CFM and additional staff meetings.
• Learn business processes for vouchers
• Support conference team members in ad-hoc projects and process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to exchange information and coordinate activities.
  
  

Additional Proposed Intern Activities: NEA interns will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with NEA staff and participate in a variety of meaningful learning experiences, projects, and opportunities during the internship. In addition to participating in assigned Center/department activities based on their skills and interests, interns will also have opportunities to participate in relevant NEA-sponsored and/or approved group activities that may occur at NEA or in the Washington Metropolitan area. The group activities may include participation in interviews with the NEA President and Executive Director, and organizational leadership and staff, observing NEA events such as Representative Assembly events, Board meetings, or Center/department events, and participating in policy forums, organizing or lobbying activities or organized partner or Intern events in the Washington DC Metropolitan area, such as Washington DC Intern Week.

Expected skills and opportunities for development that the intern may obtain from this educational experience.

Business Operations Intern will:

• Understand the need for attention to detail and develop the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Learn about NEA’s financial processes and related systems
• Learn systems and strategies for maintaining organization in the workplace
• Develop an understanding of inventory systems and processes
• Develop communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
• Gain experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  
  

Additionally, NEA Interns will learn about the NEA, its role in public education, issues affecting NEA members at the national, state, and local levels, and advocacy strategies to support members and the students they serve. In addition to obtaining experience in their area of interest, interns may develop skills in collaboration, communication, writing, research, analysis, preparing reports, interviewing, and the use of organizing tools and strategies.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided: The position involves skill in using a computer and/or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car.

NEA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND ENCOURAGES WOMEN, MINORITIES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES TO APPLY.

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