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Event Planning Intern Zoo

Peoria Park District -
Peoria, IL

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time | Internship
$17 an hour
6 days ago

Qualifications

Some college
Event breakdown
Event coordination
Cooking
Hospitality industry experience
Event cleanup
Event setup
Clean workspace maintenance
Safety standard operating procedures
Entry level

Full Job Description

Duties: Under the supervision of the Sales and Events Coordinator, the Event Planning Intern – Zoo is responsible for the following:

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.

Essential Functions:

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.

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

Knowledge and Ability:

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.

Perks:

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

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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