Intern

About Us:

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward. 

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something. 

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers

About the Role
Join us for an exciting internship where you’ll dive into the fast-paced world of client relationship management in the meetings and events industry! You'll gain hands-on experience in sales, solution design, and project management, all while contributing to your personal and professional growth. Get ready to learn from our talented teams and discover the power of collaboration and innovation in action.

You’re Good At

• Helping sales leaders pinpoint client needs and crafting tailored solutions.
• Collaborating with teams to generate new leads and drive company performance.
• Using technology to streamline workflows and adapt to changing business needs.
• Shadowing project teams to understand the ins and outs of the sales cycle.
• Conducting research on industry trends and sharing insights with the team.

You Might Also Have

• A passion for hospitality, event management, or a related field through your studies.
• Experience with registration software like CVENT (a definite plus!).
• Effective communication skills and the ability to engage with diverse teams.
• A knack for thriving in collaborative, fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a desire to learn new technologies.

You Should Know
-This role is in-office in Chicago, IL

Ready to kickstart your career? Apply now and take the first step toward an incredible journey with us!

THE PERKS

Flexible Working
We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow
Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice
We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move
The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

We’ve got you covered
Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.
It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.
 

Travel requirements for this role are as follows:Less than 25% 

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Intern  is $20 per hour. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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