Event Marketing and Sales Support Intern

Internship Program Mission:

To attract and engage undergraduate and graduate talent, including students pursuing advanced degrees for specialized roles, by providing meaningful internship opportunities at HAI Group that align with their fields of study and enable them to apply academic knowledge, theory, and skills in a practical workplace environment.

Internship Overview

HAI Group is seeking a motivated and organized undergraduate or graduate student interested in marketing, events, sales support or a related field. As the Event Marketing and Sales Support Intern, you will work closely with HAI Group’s Marketing and Communications Services team, including our events staff, while also partnering with Business Development.

You will gain hands-on experience supporting industry conferences, sponsorships, events, marketing campaigns and sales initiatives designed to build awareness and generate new business opportunities. The role will provide exposure to event planning and execution, content and campaign development, sales support, lead generation and follow-up activities. You will assist with day-to-day projects across these areas while also taking on special assignments that support HAI Group’s broader marketing and business development efforts.

This is a full-time, paid internship that is required to be on-site in the HAI Group office, located in Cheshire, CT, Monday–Friday. The internship program will run from May 31st – Mid August.

Essential Functions

• Assist with the planning, coordination and execution of conferences, trade shows, sponsorships and other industry events.
• Support pre- and post-event marketing activities, including attendee communications, promotional materials, follow-up campaigns and lead management.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Business Development staff on sales initiatives, outreach efforts and lead-generation campaigns.
• Help develop and update sales and marketing materials, including presentations, event collateral, email content and other promotional resources.
• Conduct research on prospective customers, agents, brokers, industry organizations, events and market opportunities.
• Support digital and content marketing initiatives as needed, including email campaigns, social media, website content and other communications.
• Help coordinate logistics with internal teams, vendors, event organizers and other external partners.
• Maintain organized records, schedules, event materials and project documentation.
• Participate in special projects and other Marketing and Communications Services initiatives as assigned.

Job Requirements

Required:

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Sales, Public Relations, Event Management, Hospitality Management, or another related degree.
• Work on-site in the HAI Group office, located in Cheshire, CT, Monday–Friday
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred:

• Prior work/internship experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Interest in marketing, event planning, sales support and business development.
• Ability to conduct research, organize information and identify relevant insights or opportunities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to learn new systems, tools and processes quickly.
• Professional, dependable and comfortable representing HAI Group when interacting with vendors, event organizers and other external contacts.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Inside climate-controlled office building
• Prolonged sitting and using a PC

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Department Overview

Marketing and Communications Services (MCS) supports HAI Group’s business objectives through strategic marketing, communications, brand management, digital initiatives, events, content development and sales support. The team works closely with departments across the organization, including Business Development, to build awareness of HAI Group’s products and services, strengthen relationships with key audiences and support new business opportunities. MCS also manages corporate communications, marketing campaigns, industry events and sponsorships, digital channels, creative services and other initiatives that help advance HAI Group’s brand and strategic priorities.

Company Overview

HAI Group®[1] is the nation’s leading property-casualty insurance company founded by and dedicated to affordable housing organizations. While we are recognized as a pioneer of affordable housing insurance programs, insurance is not our only strength. We protect, preserve, and promote the sustainability of affordable housing with an array of products and services that support the challenges housing organizations face. HAI Group offers risk control and consulting services, professional development through the Housing Training Institute, and industry research and data through the Public and Affordable Housing Research Corporation. Headquartered in Cheshire, Connecticut, HAI Group has earned national and regional recognition for its workplace culture and employee experience. Visit our Careers page for a full list of HAI Group workplace awards and recognition.

Cultural Objective

HAI Group contributes to a culture that creates a safe and healthy working environment and a space of inclusiveness and belonging for all by: exceeding our customers’ expectations, working collaboratively across the organization, embracing diversity, and demonstrating mutual respect and empathy.

HAI Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any HAI Group employee without a current, signed, and valid contract in place with the HAI Group Recruiting team for this position will become the property of HAI Group and no agency fees will be paid.

HAI Group's Notice of Collection of Personal Information: https://resources.haigroup.com/hubfs/2023-HAI-Notice-of-Collection-Employees_1099_Applicants.pdf

[1] HAI Group® is a marketing name used to refer to insurers, a producer, and related service providers affiliated through a common mission, management, and governance. Property-casualty insurance and related services are written or provided by Housing Authority Risk Retention Group, Inc.; Housing Authority Property Insurance, A Mutual Company; Housing Enterprise Insurance Company, Inc.; Housing Specialty Insurance Company, Inc.; Innovative Housing Insurance Company Inc.; Housing Investment Group, Inc.; and Housing Insurance Services, Inc. (DBA Housing Insurance Agency Services, Inc. in NY and MI).

Intern Pay Range

$22—$25 USD