Venue Sourcing Intern

Building a Brand Starts with a StoryFIRST is a leading global brand experience agency providing Content, Creative, Digital Technology, Management & Delivery, and Data & Insights services. For 30 years, we have utilized three flexible delivery models: Embedded teams, Corporate Campus operations, and a Full-Service Agency.Managing over 37,000 events & projects annually across 110 countries, FIRST serves 130+ brands, specializing in Fortune 500 companies within the Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Media, and Professional Services sectors. FIRST is part of the broader Encore family of companies. Encore is a global leader in event production and technology.Consistently recognized for excellence, recent honors include 2026 Chief Marketer Agency of the Year, the Ad Net Zero Award for sustainability, and more.Learn more at www.firstagency.comLocation: Onsite in NY Office (Hybrid) What You‘ll Get To DoThe Venue Sourcing Intern supports the Venue Sourcing team in the end-to-end sourcing process for a variety of meetings and events. This role provides hands-on experience in site selection by assisting with venue research, supporting the review of venue contracts and client addendums for accuracy, and helping to develop and submit RFPs (Request for Proposals) through platforms such as Cvent. This position is designed to provide exposure to venue sourcing operations, systems, and client service within a fast-paced, global brand experience agency.Your ContributionsSupport the team in researching and identifying venues for meetings and eventsAssist in reviewing venue contracts and client addendums for accuracyHelp prepare and submit RFPs (Request for Proposals) using platforms such as CventTrack and organize venue responses, availability, and pricing detailsAssist in compiling cost comparisons and tracking potential savings for clientsContribute ideas and assist with creative solutions during the sourcing processHelp consolidate information for client reports and presentationsMaintain and update venue information in Cvent and internal databasesSupport coordination of site visits, including logistics and materials preparationAttend industry events when appropriate for learning and exposureHelp build and maintain a database of venues, hotels, and destinationsWhat We Are Looking ForProficient with Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPointStrong oral and written communication skillsCreative problem solver, resourceful, and a team playerAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize workloads and maintain attention to detailsUnited States Residents: The base pay for this position is $20.00-$25.00/hour.FIRST is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. FIRST is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We stand firm: FIRST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. If any candidate feels that they are unable to meet the requirements of the role, please get in touch to discuss adjustments or other suitable roles.