Event Sales and Planning Intern

Location:

Prairie Meadows Racetrack and CasinoDuration:

10-12

WeeksSchedule:

Must be flexible with business needs, including evenings/weekends/holidays

Pay:

Paid InternshipPosition OverviewPrairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino is seeking a motivated and professional Event Sales & Planning Intern to join our structured internship program. This internship provides hands-on experience in group sales, hospitality event coordination, and food and beverage operations within a casino, racing, and hotel environment. This position focuses on supporting race day group outings, private events, and hospitality experiences while learning the full event lifecycle from sales and planning through execution and follow-up.

The intern will rotate through multiple operational areas including group sales, event coordination, banquet operations, food and beverage administration, hotel operations, and race day hospitality events while participating in a structured internship and professional development program.

What You Will Do:

Group Sales & Event PlanningAssist with race day group outing sales and coordinationResearch and develop prospective sales leadsSupport event planning and operational logisticsAssist with client communication and relationship managementCoordinate event details with operational departmentsObserve contracting and sales processesHospitality & Food and Beverage ExposureGain exposure to banquet and special event operationsObserve banquet kitchen and culinary coordinationLearn food and beverage administration processesSupport race day hospitality events and private dining experiencesObserve cost control and menu engineering processesHotel Operations ExposureLearn hotel group reservation coordinationObserve hotel operations and guest service standardsUnderstand hospitality operational workflows across departmentsWhat You Will LearnThe full lifecycle of event operations (sales planning execution follow-up)Client communication and relationship management skillsHospitality sales and event coordination processesBanquet and special event operationsFood and beverage operational workflowsHotel group coordination and guest experience standardsEvent logistics and operational planningCross-department collaboration within a hospitality environmentQualificationsPursuing/graduated with a degree in Hospitality, Event Management, Marketing, Business, or related fieldStrong communication and organizational skillsInterest in hospitality sales, event planning, or food and beverage operationsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentProfessional demeanor and customer service mindsetFlexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and race days