Internships

We currently have unpaid internships available in our Jacksonville, Florida office during the following periods:



Priority is given to students studying a hospitality-related field from an accredited college or university.  Apprenticeships are also available for Association of Bridal Consultants novice members. Please contact us for more information on apprenticeships.

Intern Office Duties:

• Email information to prospective clients
• Follow up on inquiries and book appointments
• Keep vendor files up-to-date
• Check vendor availability for upcoming events
• Create blog entries
• Write text for email blasts
• Prepare client files and wedding day paperwork
• Work on marketing campaigns
• Answer phones in a professional manner
• Respond to emails in a timely manner
• Work with the First Coast Weddings team to create new procedures, promotions, etc.
• Use proper grammar and spelling at all times
• Other duties as needed

Intern Wedding-Day Duties:
(These roles will vary from event to event)

• Oversee setup of ceremony and reception sites
• Work with vendors to ensure a seamless event
• Handle last-minute changes
• Assist the client with any needs that may arise
• Other duties as needed

Internship Requirements:

• Availability to work 15-20 hours per week (4-8 hour shifts) at our office during the following hours:

• Dress in business casual attire while at the office, black suit on wedding days.  Remember, first impressions are everything in this business!
• Represent First Coast Weddings and Events in a professional and courteous manner at all times
• Be pro-active and look for tasks to assist with when your assignments are complete
• Willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement stating that all paperwork, files, vendor information or client data is owned by First Coast Weddings and Events. 
• Act as a team player
• Failure to report for a scheduled shift without notice (no-show) will result in termination of the internship.  If you cannot work your scheduled shift, you must notify the office at least hour prior to your scheduled start time.

To be considered for an internship, please email your resume to heather@firstcoastweddings.com along with a brief answer to this question: Why do you want to be an intern at First Coast Weddings and Events?