Intern Banquets Operations

The 15-week Winter 2027 internship runs January 25–May 7, 2027. Attendance at orientation on January 25 is mandatory.

The Banquet Operations Intern will gain hands-on experience helping the Banquet team plan and deliver events at The Henry Ford. Working alongside banquet leaders and staff, the intern will learn how staffing, event preparation, service, inventory, and guest communication come together to support a successful event. The role includes opportunities to observe different banquet positions and take on coordination responsibilities with guidance from the team.

Schedules are flexible and built around each intern's class schedule and permitted work hours. Saturday evenings will be required.

Essential Responsibilities

• Help estimate staffing needs and plan arrival and departure times for events
• Prepare banquet packets that outline event timelines, equipment, staff assignments, special requests, and dietary needs
• Work with banquet leaders to identify supplies and products needed for upcoming events
• Assist with planning future events, including staffing, setup, service, and breakdown needs
• help prepare for and, with guidance, lead pre-shift meetings to review event details and answer staff questions
• Participate in event setup, service, and breakdown
• Communicate with clients, vendors, and guests during events and bring concerns to banquet leadership as needed
• Help address issues that arise during events in coordination with banquet leaders
• Support the coordination of banquet staff and assigned event tasks
• Assist with alcohol and dry stock orders, inventory entry, and par sheets under staff guidance
• Shadow servers, bartenders, and stewards to understand how each role contributes to banquet operations
• Participate in required internship orientation and professional development activities

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business, or a related field
• Availability on Wednesdays for required internship programming
• Ability to work a schedule that may include weekend evenings up until 1am EST based on event needs

Special Skills

• Strong attention to detail when preparing event information and tracking supplies
• Organizational skills and the ability to adjust as event needs change
• Clear communication with staff, clients, vendors, and guests
• Ability to stay composed, ask for guidance, and respond thoughtfully during busy events
• Interest in learning about event operations, guest service, and team coordination

Physical/Mental/Environmental

Physical:  Frequent standing and walking, with some sitting. Occasional lifting, carrying, & pushing of up to 50 lbs

Mental: Requires attention to detail, organization, and the ability to maintain in high stress environments

Environment: Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments