(Full-time/Long-term Internship)
Hours Per Week: Approximately 35 hours per week (standard business hours are 9:00 AM–5:00 PM). Schedules are flexible to accommodate current student class commitments.
Approximate Duration: May 2026 through early/mid-2027. Internships may last up to 11 months from the start date.
Hybrid Work Schedule: Interns are expected to work onsite Monday through Wednesday, with the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.
Basic Function of the Position:
This is your opportunity to be part of the most powerful tech event in the world! We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to help drive CES Innovation Awards Program success.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in program & project management, events, customer support, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping people, excellent organization and communication skills, and be able to work both independently as well as in a team environment.
In this role, the CES Innovations Intern will collaborate cross-functionally with colleagues on various internal and external projects, programs, and events across CES, with a focus on supporting the core functions of the CES Innovation Awards program. You will help facilitate efficient and high-quality program experiences for CES Innovation Awards participants while also maintaining the program’s integrity and success. Duties include, but not limited to, application management, content updates, customer support, event operations & logistics, and reporting.
Bring your fresh perspective, enthusiasm, and hunger to learn and contribute to a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Critical Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with the intake and maintenance of program content across systems to ensure accuracy
- Effectively communicate with customers and educate them on program requirements throughout the program’s life cycle
- Assist in the quality control of program applications to ensure compliance with program guidelines
- Assist in the creation and delivery of program collateral including copy writing
- Work with external vendors on trophy production, product inventory, and shipping, ensuring proper distribution of all physical materials
- Provide onsite logistical support for the Innovation Awards Showcase at CES
- Provide data reporting for CES Strategic Programs
- Follow project plans and identify opportunities to improve processes
- Track project deliverables and work with colleagues to ensure deadlines are met
- Support CES Team with other projects
- Perform other duties as required by business needs
Work Experience:
- Prior experience with customer support, project and/or program management, events and/or conference planning preferred
- Previous experience in Microsoft suite, including Excel and Outlook preferred
- Previous experience with application & review software preferred, but not required
Education and Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience in the field of Project Management,
- Customer Support, Hospitality, Event Management or Marketing preferred
- Strong and effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Customer-centric, proactive, empathetic mindset, particularly in communicating with international customers
- Brings strong and proactive attention to detail and organization
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Additional Information:
- Travel to CES 2027 is required.
- PAID Internship.