Harrison Street Asset Management ("HSAM") is a leading global alternative investment management firm focused on real estate, infrastructure, and credit strategies across North America and Europe. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, Toronto, and London and offices across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, the firm has over $108 billion in assets under management on behalf of institutional investors and registered investment advisors globally.
Founded on a culture of innovation, HSAM is an early mover in alternative real estate and mid-market infrastructure. Today, the firm’s global team, consisting of more than 520 professionals, is committed to creating long-term value through deep sector expertise and forward-thinking strategies.
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Events & Experiences Intern to support the planning and execution of investor conferences, executive-led initiatives, and employee engagement programming. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn end-to-end event production inside a fast-paced, high-touch corporate environment, from early-stage planning through on-site delivery and post-event reporting. The ideal candidate thinks like a host, not just an organizer, and takes pride in getting the details right. This is a part-time internship, approximately 15 to 30 hours per week, designed to provide administrative, logistical, and project coordination support to the Events & Experiences program.
Responsibilities:
Event Planning & Logistics Support
Support end-to-end planning for investor conferences, executive-led initiatives, and internal firm events, including venue research, scheduling, and run-of-show development
Build and maintain event timelines, checklists, and task trackers to keep planning on schedule
Assist with venue and vendor research (catering, décor, A/V, entertainment) and help evaluate options against event requirements
Assist with logistics coordination for select investors, executive, and employee events, including attendee communications, reservations, and event materials
Maintain event management platforms for registration, RSVPs, and attendee tracking
On-Site Execution & Attendee Experience
Support on-site setup and breakdown, including seating, signage, branded materials, and event equipment
Staff registration and check-in, ensuring a seamless, white-glove welcome for investors, executives, and attendees
Serve as an on-the-ground point of contact during events, troubleshooting issues in real time and escalating as needed
Coordinate with venue staff, vendors, and internal teams to ensure smooth, detail-perfect execution
Assist with gifting, hospitality touches, and personalization details that elevate the guest experience
Vendor & Budget Coordination
Assist with vendor outreach, contract tracking, and confirmations across venders
Assist with organizing event expenses, invoices and supporting documentation
Maintain organized vendor and venue files to support institutional knowledge and future planning
Administrative Support
Help produce event collateral, signage, and branded materials consistent with Harrison Street’s visual identity
Assist with meeting coordination across stakeholder groups
Maintain accurate records, contact lists, and shared event resources across Teams/SharePoint
Support special projects and other duties as assigned by the Events & Experiences team
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in hospitality, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
Prior internship, part-time, or volunteer experience supporting events, hospitality, or client-facing programs preferred
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders and external attendees
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with AI or project management tools is a plus
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential or high-visibility information
Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends and travel locally to support on-site events
Thinks like a host, anticipates needs before being asked
Calm under pressure and solutions-focused
Detail-oriented while keeping sight of the bigger picture
Proactive, resourceful, and eager to learn
Genuine enthusiasm for creating memorable, high-quality experiences
This role provides meaningful, hands-on exposure to:
Institutional investor relations and high-touch client experience design
End-to-end corporate event production, from concept through post-event analysis
Brand governance and visual identity management across live experiences
Exposure to vendor negotiation management, event operations and project coordination best practices
Harrison Street is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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Harrison Street does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Harrison Street will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Harrison Street.
