KERING EYEWEAR Events Intern

We are currently seeking an Events Intern as part of our North America Team based out of our New York city office, next to Times Square.

How you will contribute

• ·  Assist the manager and the Head of Events in the planning and coordination of various sales and corporate events in the US and Canada

  ·  Help manage event logistics, including venue scouting, catering, transportation arrangements, hotel rooming list (both for customers and colleagues)

  ·  Assist the manager in creating event materials, such as programs, signage, briefing deck, etc

  ·  Collaborate with team members (sample team, mktg team, salesteam, etc) to ensure all aspects of the event run smoothly.

  · Handle payment registration and processing by liaising closely with the finance team, ensuring accurate records and timely transactions.

  ·  Provide training and guidance to external staff  for major events, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities.

  ·  If needed, attend events to provide on-site support.

  ·  Conduct post-event evaluations/survey and prepare accurate reports.

  ·  Assist the manager on other ad hoc requests, when needed.

Who you are

• At least 1 year of experience in organizing large-scale events
• Experience in luxury industry
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and PPT
• Highly organized with deep attention to details and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Customer oriented
• Willingness to travel across US and Canada
• Able to work autonomously; self-starter with the ability to organize and manage own workload
• Resourceful, focused on problem-solving and achieving results
• Passionate and enthusiastic with a spirit of curiosity and innovation
• Team player, with an ability and willingness to support in other areas of the business as needed

Why work with us?                     

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering Eyewear adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Company in a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering, and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

Pay Range - $22-23 hour