Events Intern - Summer

June 2026 - August 2026

Traditional schedule will be Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm, with the exception of some evenings, weekends, and holidays required for onsite and offsite events.

The Experiential Events Intern will support the Experiential Events team in planning and executing a variety of events and activations at Mall of America, including large-scale experiential and community-focused experiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for event planning and a strong desire to learn. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team and gain hands‑on experience in the events industry.

• Assist the Experiential Events team with the planning and execution of large-scale events, including celebrity appearances, sponsorship activations, performances, and other events as assigned.
• Assist with coordination, planning, and execution of Toddler Tuesdays LIVE program, including booking entertainment, event logistics, and execution.
• Assist in planning phases of Mall of America + Nickelodeon Universe seasonal + annual events (Love Chute, Fog Chute, Booniverse, Black Friday, Swing Dance Nights, Wrestling, Festival of Trees, etc.).
• Assist in managing non-profit partnership events, activations, and programs through corporate social responsibility efforts.
• Research potential event partners and sponsors for annual spectacular events.
• Provide creative ideas to make Mall of America events unique and attractive to draw new customers.
• Assist with organization of Experiential Events videos, photo archives, event equipment, and supplies.
• Fulfill requests for event information and event proposals received via email and voice mail.
• Opportunity to take ownership of and independently execute select events.
• Support various Marketing initiatives guided through other departments with everyday tasks.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as pulling pallets, walking extensively, moving boxes, etc.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Recent graduate or currently pursuing degree in Marketing, Advertising, Hospitality, Public Relations, Communication or Nonprofit Management.
• Experience + passion for event planning + philanthropic efforts. Experience can include internships and extracurricular activities/events.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be available early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite including Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Consistent and reliable transportation required to attend various off-site events.

• Stand - Frequently
• Walk - Frequently
• Sit - Occasionally
• Reach at or below shoulder level - Frequently
• Reach at or above shoulder level - Occasionally
• Stoop and squat - Occasionally
• Lift/Carry (boxes, event equipment) up to 50lbs - Occasionally
• Push/Pull (wheeled carts) - Occasionally
• Kneel and bend - Occasionally

Pay is based on many aspects which vary based on position. These include labor markets and, in some instances, may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Mall of America is passionate about the future of our team members, we want to ensure you have a wealth of support and resources, to care for yourself and your loved ones.

Our one-of-a-kind job perks for most team members include, team member discounts, free Nickelodeon Universe ride passes, Teladoc, Employee Assistance Program, generous tuition reimbursement, and FREE Metro Pass Universal Pass
. Mall of America offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your loved one's care for your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k) match, short term disability, long term disability, paid parental leave, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well‑being and beyond at Job Perks + Benefits | Mall of America