At Shaker, we believe interns can do impactful things. Especially our interns. In this role, you’ll help us transform companies by connecting them to the right solutions for their most complex talent needs. Focused on hands-on experience and learning, not just observing, our internships expose you to how departments work and collaborate—and how you can apply your knowledge to solve real business challenges and explore opportunities. Within our tight-knit community, you’ll see the future you create and enjoy the team support to learn, grow, and thrive. What could be more powerful than that? Connect to the Power of People, with Shaker.

Shaker Recruitment Marketing is now accepting applications for our 2026 summer internship program. Our internship program provides hands-on learning, mentorship, and networking opportunities that will help you build a strong foundation for your future career.

We are seeking a highly organized Marketing Intern to join our team for 10 weeks in our Oak Park office. The intern will gain hands-on experience in various creative areas, including:

• Marketing Generalist initiatives such as research and marketing operations support to help us execute to our brand and marketing strategy
• Assist in planning and executing various events, including conferences/trade shows, client dinners, webinars, and our proprietary events called Shaker Sessions.
• Support the Director of Events in vendor management, including researching potential vendors, obtaining quotes, and coordinating logistics.
• Help in creating and maintaining event timelines, checklists, and budgets to ensure all aspects of the event are executed smoothly.
• Participate in site visits and assist in venue selection, layout planning, and event setup.
• Coordinate and communicate event details with internal teams, stakeholders, and vendors.
• Assist in the development and distribution of event promotional materials.
• Provide on-site support during events, including setup, registration, attendee assistance, and breakdown.
• Help conduct post-event retrospectives and contribute to reports on event outcomes and areas for improvement.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed, such as data entry, filing, and managing marketing-related correspondence using HubSpot.
• This internship offers a valuable opportunity for professional growth to gain hands-on experience in event planning, coordination, and execution within a B2B setting

• Availability to work 32 hours+/week in our Oak Park office.
• Currently enrolled in a college or university program pursuing a bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business or a related field.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other common software applications.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proactive in asking questions.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and a willingness to take initiative.
• Prior experience in event planning or coordination is a plus.
• Eagerness to learn, grow and develop; open to taking on new challenges and embracing new ways of thinking.