Special Events Intern

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. 

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Starting Rate: $16.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

High-Level Hands-On Experience
Interns don’t just observe—they actively participate in planning, coordinating, and executing real events. This gives them practical, resume-ready experience quickly.

Interns often:
• Contribute to themes, décor, and activations
• Develop marketing or social media content
• Help enhance attendee experiences

Interns get exposure to:
• Community leaders
• Vendors and partners
• Organizational leadership
• Volunteers and stakeholders

Interns develop valuable, transferable skills:
• Time management
• Task prioritization
• Vendor communication
• Budget and logistics support
• Problem-solving under pressure

Interns can walk away with:
• Event reports
• Execution plans or timelines
• Evidence of events they helped run

Interns gain a broader understanding of how organizations function , giving you exposure to many departments:
• Communications
• Development/fundraising
• Operations
• Community relations

Events often support:
• Fundraising goals
• Community engagement
• Brand awareness
• Internal culture-building

This role helps students explore:
• Event planning
• Public relations
• Hospitality
• Marketing
• Nonprofit work
• Corporate communications

Summary

Contribute to Sanford operations and processes while obtaining first hand experiences with special events that align with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Job Description

Special Events: internship supports the planning, coordination, and execution of a wide range of organizational events. In this role, the intern assists with event logistics, vendor communication, general support, on-site coordination, and post‑event evaluation. Responsibilities include helping maintain event timelines, preparing materials, organizing registration lists, and contributing creative ideas to enhance attendee experience. In addition, the role will help support daily administrative functions for the Sanford Health Foundation and the Special Events Team.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment. This position provides hands-on experience in event management, stakeholder communication, project planning, and cross‑department collaboration. The Special Events Intern plays a key role in ensuring events run smoothly and reflect the organization’s brand and objectives.

Because many of our events take place outside regular business hours, evening availability is required.

Qualifications

Current enrollment or recent graduate of an Associate or Bachelor's degree program from an accredited college or university.

Knowledge of healthcare industry preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.