Events & Experiences Intern (12 months)

Building a Brand Starts with a Story

FIRST 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.

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.com

What You Would Get To Do

The Events & Experiences Intern is an integral part of our team and will support various tasks within the project lifecycle. The role supports the project lead and project team in various aspects of the event, e.g., research of venues, suppliers, admin tasks, client meetings etc. The exact role per project is determined by the project lead at the kick-off stage, though can flex as project scope develops.

Your Contributions

Pitch Proposals

• Contribute ideas during creative brainstorming sessions

• Research suitable venues and suppliers for event deliverables

• Prepare pitch documents and presentation materials

Event Planning & Coordination

• Support and work in tandem with the events team on all aspects of delivering live events

• Maintain project documentation including Google slides and spreadsheets

• Update and distribute internal documents

• Offer proactive and creative ideas during the planning process

• Support in-office preparation tasks, including organizing materials, inventory management, and shipping logistics

• Travel to event locations as needed to provide on-site support for the planning team

Venue & Supplier Management

• Research appropriate project suppliers and venues, plus apps and new technologies, as required

• Maintain up-to-date supplier and venue database

• Compile related paperwork including contracting and onboarding requirements

General Duties

• Respond to inquiries via email, phone, or in person with professionalism and attention to detail.

• Support the team with general administrative tasks, mailings, and ad hoc projects as needed.

• Organize and maintain digital filing systems to ensure accessibility and compliance with company policies.

• Speak and write clearly in order to prepare written communications or provide instructions

• Maintain open communication with the team manager to address issues or challenges.

• Adhere to the company’s time-tracking policies and systems.

• Proactively contribute to a clean and organized office environment.

• Complete ad hoc requests and projects as assigned by internal teams.

• Show careful attention to regulations and internal policies.

• Act as an ambassador for the FIRST brand, leading by example and displaying the company’s core values (Ambition, Creativity, Excellence, Integrity, Teamwork)

• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, sharing insights with the team.

Other

• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position. The employee may be asked to perform other duties and responsibilities, as necessary.

What We Are Looking For

• At least one year of experience in a similar role

• Some experience with G suite, Zoom and Microsoft Office Suite

• Good oral and written communication skills

• Time management and prioritization skills

• Demonstrate excellent research and organization skills

• Flexible and willing to work outside normal business hours (evenings, weekends) and travel when required for site-visits and on-site management of events

• Resourceful individual with the ability to take direction

• Have an enthusiastic and positive approach

• Remain calm and positive under pressure.

At FIRST, we believe that our success is driven by the passion, creativity, and commitment of our teams. That's why we offer a range of benefits and perks to support your personal and professional growth:

• Private Healthcare (Medical) from day 1

• Annual Health Screening

• 20 Days Annual Leave PLUS Public Holiday

• Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 support, counselling, and legal consult

• Complimentary Access to Headspace, Maven & more

• Wellness Stipend

• Personal Volunteer Day

• Life Insurance

• Mobile Phone Allowance

• Discretionary Bonus Structure

• Global Opportunities: With a presence in 7 countries worldwide, including headquarters in London, New York, and Singapore, you may have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different locations.

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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.