Intern - Institutional Marketing Event and Communications

Intern – Institutional Marketing Event and Communications 

At Edelman Financial Engines (EFE), we believe everyone deserves to move their financial life forward!  

We know that assets have the power to fund goals. Those numbers represent individual lifetimes filled with hard work and dreams for our clients and generations to follow. Our clients trust us to guide them forward with empathy, integrity and invention. We uphold that same standard of respect and commitment for clients and colleagues alike.   

Founded on the idea that financial education is a fundamental right for everyone, Edelman Financial Engines continues to grow and challenge the status quo. We’re moving forward, together. If our purpose-driven commitment inspires you, we invite you to consider joining our team.   

As an Event Marketing Intern on the Institutional Marketing team, you’ll play a pivotal role by supporting our flagship events, gaining hands-on experience in event communications, creative content development, and schedule planning.  Your contributions will play an essential role in creating a memorable experience for our network. Your team will include an Experience & Events Marketing Manager, Senior Design Manager, Senior Content Strategist

In addition to a genuine commitment to helping others, we’re looking for a candidate who will complement our team’s strengths. For this role, we seek someone with a solid understanding of marketing communication strategies. We’re looking for a creative thinker who’s prepared to contribute to the enhancement of impactful, employer-centered events.

If you’re a self-starter with strong organizational skills, a talent for clear and compelling writing, and an eye for effective event communications and outreach, this may be a great opportunity for you!

Responsibilities:  

• Advisory Council and special event specific responsibilities:
  • Comms planning and timelining
  • Develop an evite plan.
  • Research possible social media opportunities.
  • Council member bios writeups
• Industry conferences – 2026 Schedule building

Requirements:  

• Must be a Rising Sophomore or Junior
• Experience with marketing communication strategy.
• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Advanced Microsoft skills are a must, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Understanding of event technology such as marketing cloud, Staffbase, Cvent, or similar programs is preferred.
• Familiarity with social media platforms is a plus.
• Experience with the basic Adobe Creative Suite (or similar creative software) is a plus.
• Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Planning, or a related field

About Edelman Financial Engines   

Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interests of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all investors – not just the wealthy – deserve access to personal, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America’s top independent financial planning and investment advisory firm, recognized by Barron's1 with 145+ offices2 across the country and entrusted by 1.3 million clients to manage more than $245 billion in assets.3  

Our unique approach to serving clients combines our advanced methodology and proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner. Every client’s situation and goals are unique, and the powerful fusion of high-tech and high touch allows Edelman Financial Engines to deliver the personal plan and financial confidence that everyone deserves.  

For more information, please visit EdelmanFinancialEngines.com.  

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1 The Barron’s 2023 Top 100 RIA Firms list, an eight-year annual ranking of independent advisory firms, is qualitative and quantitative, including assets managed by the firms, technology spending, staff diversity, succession planning and other metrics. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. Investor experience and returns are not considered.   

2 Edelman Financial Engines data, as of Dec. 31, 2022.  

3 Edelman Financial Engines data, as of Sep. 30, 2023.