Destination DC, the official Convention and Tourism Corporation for the nation's capital, is currently seeking an intern to assist the organization's Convention Sales and Services Department.

Duties/Responsibilities Include

• Updating static information via web research
• Create correspondence between convention center clients
• Research of competitors to develop strategic solicitations
• Database updates
• Organize field trips to unique venues
• Brainstorm/research event trends and new ideas
• Various project related work

Experience, Competencies, Education

• Applicant must be junior or senior year college student in good standing
• Hospitality, Travel/Tourism, Marketing, and Event Planning majors strongly preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills required
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Social medial experience a plus
• Previous internship experience a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19

Duration and Other Requirements

• Commitment of one semester is required; may be extended
• Candidates must be able to commit at least 20 hours per week to the position
• Hours worked must be within the parameters of our regular business hours (M-F 8:30am - 5pm)
• Must have to access to reliable computer equipment and internet, as the position is hybrid and may require remote work

Compensation

Students who receive school credit will receive a bi-weekly stipend. Students who do not receive credit, will receive $18/hour

To Apply

Please visit www.washington.org/careers to submit a cover letter and resume.

About Destination DC:

Destination DC, the leading destination marketing organization for the nation's capital, is a private, non-profit membership organization of nearly 1,000 businesses committed to marketing the area as a premier global convention, tourism and special events destination with a special emphasis on the arts, cultural and historic communities. www.washington.org

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