SEI Intern - Events (Capella) at Strategic… · Minneapol…

Capella is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented student to join the Events Team for a hands-on summer internship. This role offers practical experience in corporate and academic event planning, logistics, and on-site execution while supporting a variety of internal and external events across the country.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Event Preparation & Logistics:

• Assist with F&B/catering orders, meeting space assignments, branding, and other event preparation for advisory board meetings, residencies, commencement, and community engagement offerings.
• Support packing and shipping of event materials the week prior to offsite events
• Help manage event inventory, supplies, and merchandise

On-Site Event Support:

• Assist with event set-up, execution, and teardown across multiple locations
• Restock supplies, snacks, and/or materials during events
• Support registration processes and attendee experience
• Assist with selling company merchandise (CU merch)
• Provide general on-site logistical support to Events Team members

Onsite event support needed for the following:

• Capella University commencement (June 24–28, Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
• July residency (July 17–26, St. Charles, IL; partial attendance required)
• August residency and community engagement offering (Aug. 5–9, Orlando, FL)
• BTH Advisory Board meeting (Aug. 18–20, Minneapolis, MN)

Administrative & Operational Support (Non-Travel Periods):

• Manage and review daily flight manifests and assist with data entry into tracking spreadsheets
• Upload weekly graduate data into Swoogo and distribute commencement invitations
• Participate in event planning processes (venue coordination, food & beverage, AV, staffing prep)
• Respond to student email inquiries
• Conduct informational interviews with Events Team members to learn different roles
• Other functions and duties as assigned.

Job Skills:

• Organization & Attention to Detail – Ability to manage multiple event components and logistics simultaneously
• Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written communication when working with team members and event attendees
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Works effectively in fast-paced, team-based environments
• Adaptability – Comfortable with changing priorities, travel, and dynamic event environments
• Time Management – Able to balance deadlines across multiple events and responsibilities
• Customer Service Mindset – Focused on creating a positive attendee experience
• Problem-Solving – Quick thinking and resourceful when issues arise during events
• Technical Skills – Basic proficiency in Excel and event platforms (e.g., Swoogo) preferred

Education:

• Current undergraduate college student with an interest in Event Management, Hospitality, Communications, Business, or related field

Other:

• Must be able to travel. Travel may involve plane, car or metro. In accordance with ADA policies, reasonable accommodations regarding travel limitations can be provided.
• Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role. If so, this would include being mobile within the office, including movement from floor-to-floor using elevators or stairs.
• When working remotely, must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.).
• This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered. 
• Able to access information using a computer.
• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

Careers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, Inc

SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary.  The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.

$20.00 - $30.50 - Hourly

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.