Community + Events Intern

Location: Parks Project (Remote & In-Person, Los Angeles preferred) | Type: Part-Time

About the Internship:
Parks Project is seeking a passionate and motivated part-time intern (10–15 hours per week) to support community engagement through event planning, retail organization, and outreach initiatives. This entry-level role offers meaningful, hands-on experience for anyone interested in social impact, project coordination, and purpose-driven retail.

As part of Parks Project’s mission to promote, protect, and preserve public lands through community engagement and conservation, you’ll play a key role in bringing this mission to life through well-executed, community-focused events.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in planning and coordinating in-person events and activations

  • Serve as an onsite contact during events, helping with setup, coordination, and guest support

  • Help manage and organize retail inventory and store layout

  • Support outreach to community partners, sponsors, and collaborators

  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to event experiences

Qualifications:

  • Strong interest in community building, events, and environmental/social causes

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills

  • Reliable, self-motivated, and excited to learn

  • Based in or near Los Angeles preferred, but open to remote support depending on needs

  • Previous experience in events or retail a plus but not required

What You'll Gain:

  • Experience in event production, project management, and retail operations

  • Exposure to nonprofit and mission-driven brand work

  • Opportunities to network and collaborate with community leaders and organizations

  • A chance to contribute to creative work that has a lasting impact on public lands

How to Apply:
Please send a brief email and resume to david@parksproject.us to express your interest. Selected candidates will be invited to a short virtual interview.

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