Event Management Internship in Benidorm, Spain | Gain Experience in Tourism & Hospitality

Event Management Internship in Benidorm, Spain | Hands-On Experience in Tourism & Hospitality

Location: Benidorm, Spain | Type: Part-Time Internship

About the Host Organization

Join a collaborative events team at a reputable company in the tourism and hospitality industry on the Costa Blanca. The organization partners with hotels, venues, and cultural collaborators across Benidorm to deliver memorable corporate meetings, incentive trips, beachside celebrations, and community festivals. Interns work alongside experienced coordinators and gain real exposure to Spain’s vibrant event ecosystem in a high-demand destination.

Role Overview

As an Event Management Intern in Benidorm, you’ll support the full event lifecycle—from concept and supplier sourcing to on-site execution and post-event reporting. You’ll help transform ideas into seamless experiences, building practical skills in planning, logistics, guest services, and stakeholder communication while contributing to tourism-driven projects that elevate the city’s reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with event planning timelines, task lists, and coordination documents for corporate and social events.
• Liaise with venues, hotels, caterers, audiovisual providers, and transport partners to confirm details and schedules.
• Support marketing materials and listings: write event blurbs, prepare visuals, and help manage social posts.
• Contribute to guest services: manage RSVP lists, prepare badges, and assist with welcome desks and wayfinding.
• Participate in on-site setup and strike, ensuring décor, signage, and technical elements are ready on time.
• Collect feedback, compile post-event reports, and suggest improvements based on attendee insights and KPIs.

Candidate Requirements

• Studying or recently graduated in Event Management, Tourism, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident communicator in English; Spanish or another EU language is an added advantage.
• Creative problem-solver with a proactive, hands-on mindset and customer-focused attitude.
• Comfortable working in dynamic environments, including occasional evenings or weekends during events.
• Availability for a minimum of 3 months in Benidorm or nearby areas.
• Eligibility for Erasmus+ or similar mobility programs preferred.

By the End of Your Internship

You will develop a practical understanding of end-to-end event operations within a leading Spanish tourism hub, strengthening your portfolio and professional confidence while expanding your network across venues and suppliers in Benidorm.

• Applied experience in event planning, supplier coordination, and on-site execution.
• Improved client-facing communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Working knowledge of tourism logistics unique to Benidorm and the Costa Blanca.
• Confidence using checklists, budgets, and KPI-based post-event evaluations.

What We Offer

• Hands-on training with mentors across event planning, production, and guest experience.
• Exposure to diverse event formats: corporate, hospitality, cultural, and destination experiences.
• Flexible academic coordination and support with documentation for internship recognition.
• A welcoming, international environment with opportunities to grow your professional network.