Job Description

Fair Hills Resort hosts over 50 events each season -- from weddings and reunions to meetings, retreats, parties, catering, and more. As a full-service event venue, we provide the space, set-up, A/V, food & beverage, lodging, and planning support to deliver unforgettable experiences.


This internship focuses on the planning and execution of events, specifically our Big Pelican Cruises, hosted at Fair Hills Resort, Wildflower Golf Course, and Five Lakes Resort. It's geared toward college students pursuing Hospitality & Tourism Management, Communications, or Public Relations.


You'll work directly with our Event Director (with a home base at the Front Desk) and gain experience in both office administration and on-site event execution. By the end of the internship, you'll have the skills and confidence to run an event from booking to billing -- and everything in between.

What You'll Do:

Work front desk shifts and assist with daily tasks Book cruises and coordinate with clients Schedule boat captains and plan menus with staff Make reservations and process billing in Resort Data Processing (RDP) Prepare "cheat sheets" and event logistics documents Execute events on-site, including bartending and food service Participate in weekly inter-departmental meetings Provide after-event follow-up with clients Learn and use our systems:

RDP

(property management) and

Lightspeed

(point-of-sale)

About the Big Pelican:

Our 55' pontoon boat can seat up to 50 guests and is rented 30+ times each summer for cocktail cruises, private parties, and dinner cruises. As an intern, you'll often cruise with guests to assist with bartending, serving, and ensuring smooth boarding, docking, and guest experiences. Training on boat operations and Pelican Lake logistics will be provided.

What You'll Gain:

This is an operational internship -- meaning you'll work alongside staff in their roles while also stepping into leadership responsibilities. You'll build skills in:

Guest service and professional communication Event planning, organization, and execution Teamwork across multiple departments Initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving Cruise and hospitality operations

By the end of the season, you'll know how to manage detailed, multi-departmental events and create memorable guest experiences from start to finish.


Fair Hills Resort is a family vacation destination and special events venue. Owned and operated by the Kaldahl family since 1926, our beautiful lakeside resort and its accompanying properties offer a unique environment for events and vacations. Open seasonally from May through the end of September, Fair Hills hosts over 50 events each year and 10 weeks of all-inclusive family vacations. Fair Hills offers opportunities to gain experience in a variety of divisions across multiple industries, mainly pertaining to Hospitality, Business and Golf.


Fair Hills has a rich history and tradition rooted in music. One of the most well known events at the resort is the Hootenanny show on Tuesday nights. Performed by our very own staff, the Hootenanny is a favorite to all to be involved in or watch! We encourage all our staff to be involved in the Hootenanny as it is the longest running musical in the upper midwest and an integral way to bond with your fellow staff! Whether you are musically inclined or not, the Hootenanny is for everyone. Fair Hills also offers other talent outlets; Staff vs. Guest volleyball, Staff Talent Show, Karaoke, Yoga & Fitness Classes, etc. We love to showcase the talents and skills of the team!





Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 / hour


Pay:

Bonus pay

Benefits:

Employee discount Referral program Paid training

Job Type: fulltime, parttime


Schedule:

8 hour shift Weekend availability

Education: No education required


Work location: On-site