Description

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Program and Event Coordination Intern to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside R&D Academic Engagement to ensure the success of our programs and initiatives. You will gain hands-on experience in planning, organizing, and executing various programs and events.

What You’ll Gain:

• Event Planning and Coordination: You’ll develop strong organizational and project management skills by planning and coordinating various events such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and social gatherings.

• Program Development: You’ll enhance your ability to create and implement detailed schedules, timelines, and logistics, which are crucial for effective event management.

• Communication: You’ll improve your communication skills by interacting with vendors, participants, and stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective exchanges to facilitate smooth event execution.

• Promotional Activities: You’ll gain experience in marketing and communications by helping to create and distribute promotional materials and event communications.

• Budget Management: You’ll develop financial management skills by assisting in managing event budgets, tracking expenses, and processing invoices.

• On-Site Support: You’ll enhance your problem-solving and customer service skills by providing hands-on support during events, including setup, registration, and troubleshooting.

• Post-Event Evaluation: You’ll learn how to conduct evaluations and gather feedback, which will help you improve future events and develop analytical skills.

• Team Collaboration: You’ll strengthen your teamwork and collaboration skills by brainstorming and proposing new event ideas and improvements with your team members.

Qualifications

Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:

• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

• Undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, Hospitality Management, Project Management, or a related field. Candidates must be enrolled in classes the semester following their internship with Corteva.

• Must be able to relocate to Johnston, IA or Indianapolis, IN for the duration of the internship.

• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for 10-12 weeks during the timeframe of internship (typically May to August).

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Previous experience in event planning or coordination is a plus but not required.

• Limited potential for domestic travel, varying with assignments.