Ideas United is a creative studio built on the power of storytelling. Our progressive model allows our team to take an unconventional approach – by finding and fostering emerging talent, we have built a global talent network of 3,500 storytellers working alongside over 50 in-house creatives. We shape experiences, rethink conventions, and speak to new audiences across four key categories: students, brands, universities & nonprofits, and originals. We focus on producing authentic, story-driven content to create for a better future. We are a group of people working to lift voices and create change for the underrepresented, the emerging and the lifelong storytellers.
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Summary
Ideas United is offering a summer internship to a few creative, hardworking individuals who are curious about pursuing careers in the creative world! Summer interns will discover, hands-on, what working in a fast-paced agency is all about.
Internship runs from May 19th to August 6th
$16.50/hr
20-25 hours a week
What You’ll Do:
Learn the role and responsibilities of each team within iU
Work closely with your intern manager that will guide and assign your tasks
Shadow projects and gain knowledge of the project lifecycle
Participate in project brainstorms
Gain hands-on experience performing coordinator tasks for iU projects
Work with fellow interns on internal projects/tasks
Coordinate logistical details related to vendors, staffing, attendees, budgets, and more
Brainstorm and research design and décor implementations to create an experience
Assist in the creation of event production schedules, runs of show, timelines, and layouts
Learn how to seamlessly blend production and A/V components into live events, and how they strengthen and support each other
Evaluate the thoroughness of attendee communications and problem solve support issues
Provide basic event assistance and tech support for attendees
Assist the web and experience teams with quality assurance for events apps and Commons websites
What You Have:
Desire to learn about the creative industry
Passion for learning about new topics, people, and organizations
Connection to the iU purpose and mission
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Availability to work during the entire summer program
Storytelling skills or interest in strengthening
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to receive and act on feedback
About our Team
We are a team of people with diverse backgrounds, different perspectives, and unique interests. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability have equal opportunities to thrive, collaborate and create.
