Event Management Trainee – Entry Level at HHV in Alexandria, VA

We are looking for an enthusiastic Event Management Trainee to join our team. This is an entry-level opportunity designed for someone who is eager to learn, gain hands-on experience, and build a career in event planning, promotions, marketing, and client relations.

No previous event-management experience is required. We provide training and hands-on support to help you develop the skills you need to succeed.

What You#39;ll Do

As an Event Management Trainee, you#39;ll receive hands-on experience supporting events from planning through completion. Responsibilities may include:

• Helping set up and break down event spaces
• Supporting event-day logistics and guest experiences
• Communicating with clients, vendors, team members, and event attendees
• Assisting with promotional and marketing activities
• Helping manage schedules, supplies, materials, and event details
• Representing our organization in a professional and enthusiastic manner
• Learning how successful events are planned, promoted, and executed
• Working with experienced team members to develop your event-management skills

What We#39;re Looking For

You do not need prior event-management experience. We#39;re interested in people who are motivated, dependable, and excited to learn.

Successful candidates often have experience or interest in:

• Customer service
• Hospitality
• Retail
• Sales
• Marketing
• Communications
• Public relations
• Education
• Sports or entertainment
• Volunteer work
• Student organizations or campus activities

We#39;re especially interested in candidates who are:

• Friendly and comfortable interacting with different types of people
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Positive, energetic, and willing to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work independently while also being part of a team
• Interested in building a long-term career in events, marketing, or business

What We Offer

• Paid training
• Hands-on experience in event management
• Mentorship and support from experienced team members
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• A collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Exposure to event planning, marketing, promotions, and client relations
• Opportunities to take on additional responsibility as you develop

Who This Role Is Great For

This position can be a great fit for recent graduates, college graduates, career changers, hospitality professionals, customer-service professionals, and motivated individuals looking for their first professional opportunity.

If you#39;ve been looking for an opportunity where you can learn on the job, develop valuable career skills, meet people, and grow with a team, we#39;d love to hear from you.