Marketing Events Intern

About the role

We are seeking a creative and driven Marketing Events Intern to join our team in Midrand, South Africa. The intern will support the planning, coordination, execution, and reporting of marketing events and campaigns, gaining hands‑on experience in event marketing, project management, digital marketing, stakeholder engagement, and lead generation.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing webinars, roundtables, roadshows, conferences, partner events, and customer engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate event logistics such as venue bookings, registrations, attendee communications, and supplier management.
• Support the creation and distribution of event invitations, email campaigns, and promotional materials.
• Manage event calendars and ensure milestones and deadlines are met.
• Help create and deploy email marketing campaigns and promote events on social media.
• Update and maintain event landing pages and registration portals.
• Communicate with customers, partners, speakers, and vendors; manage attendee registration and enquiries.
• Provide on‑site or virtual support during events, handling check‑in and ensuring a positive attendee experience.
• Track registrations, attendance, and engagement metrics; compile post‑event reports and feedback.
• Assist with budget tracking, purchase orders, and invoice processing.

Required profile

• Grade 12 matric certificate.
• Degree or national diploma in Marketing Management, Communications, Business Management, Public Relations or a related field.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Previous experience coordinating university or community events (preferred).
• Clear criminal record.
• Currently unemployed.
• Strong written and verbal communication, excellent organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook