Intern, Special Events & Event Rentals (Spring 2026)

APPLICATION DEADLINE:Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will not be considered after December 1. You must complete your application within three days of starting it for it to be processed.

EXPECTED DURATION:12 weeks (part-time; up to 21 hours/week)

PAY RATE:$12.77/hour

LOCATION: Were pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia Maryland or the District of Columbia for the duration of their Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia Maryland or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap applicant cannot be onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays an onsite schedule should be discussed if contacted for an interview.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Work behind the scenes with the Special Events team assisting with the daily planning logistics coordination and execution of Wolf Traps major fundraising events that help raise $2 million annually. You will also join in on the excitement of planning and coordinating member events and rentals at Wolf Traps many unique facilities.

• Coordinate set-up and on-site registration at events
• Assist with event invitation and RSVP process by managing information in the donor database
• Execute membership fulfillment and cultivation events
• Manage logistics for Facility Rentals projects and events
• Interact with donors prospects and board members on the phone through email and on-site at events
• Other projects include industry research vendor outreach organizing and managing event supplies and assist in areas such as sponsorships/development and marketing.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong computer skills (MS Word and Excel) experience with Raisers Edge software is helpful but not necessary
• Outstanding writing communication and interpersonal skills
• Efficient organizational skills and ability to multitask with superb attention to detail
• Exceptional customer service skills creativity and initiative

For additional information contact with questions.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:

• Undergraduate students (must have completed at least1 year of undergraduate study)
• Graduate students
• Recent graduates (up to 2 years out of school)
• Career-changers currently enrolled in a degree program
• International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa required)
• Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia Maryland or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator copier printer etc.)
• Occasionally required to walk stoop bend and reach with arms
• Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently

Were pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia Maryland or the District of Columbia for the duration of their Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia Maryland or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.