Guest Relations Intern

The Palm Springs International Film Society offers paid internships at $18 per hour. Interns are paid hourly and are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws. Interns should be available to work at least 20 hours per week for a minimum of six weeks. We are interested in applicants who want to learn more about the film industry, communications, event planning, and business management.

Our program gives interns hands-on experience in their chosen field, insight into how a nonprofit organization works, and an inside look at how a film festival operates. Each season we welcome a new cohort of interns who contribute to two major international film festivals, the Palm Springs International Film Festival and Palm Springs International ShortFest, along with our year-round programming.

We accept applications year-round and review them in two periods: October through January, and May through June. You can expect updates on your application during these periods.

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Questions? Email us at [email protected] or call our main office at 760-322-2930.

Guest Relations Intern



This position is for an individual interested in working in the hospitality or communications field. The intern will work directly with our Guest Relations Manager to ensure film guests arrive prepared, are informed of festival events, and enjoy the experience. Must be able to commit to 20 hours/6 weeks | longer hours during the festival

Elements of the position include:

Answer guest questions via phone and email
Welcome and check in guests upon arrival
Serve as an ongoing presence in our guest suite and at festival events
Track and input guest information in the database
Help support the operations of the Guest and Industry Suite
Build guest welcome packets and bags
Provide support for all aspects of the Guest Relations department

Abilities required:

Strong interpersonal, verbal (including phone work), and written communication skills
Intermediate computer processing skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive
Ability to lead as well as follow and execute instructions effectively
Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, flexible, self-motivated, solution-driven, and be able to work independently
Must be able to work nights and weekends during the festival
Must have a reliable vehicle
College coursework or comparable work experience preferred
This intern interfaces with over 500 guests, an outgoing demeanor is a plus