Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company known for its innovative defense technologies and services. The Textron Systems Tradeshows & Events Co-op will support the planning and coordination of tradeshows and events, gaining valuable experience in project management, marketing, and communication.
Responsibilities
Working with Manager of Tradeshows & Events and other team members on annual tradeshow planning for Textron Systems
Conducting research and analysis of proposed tradeshows and costs, and present findings to team for review and consideration.
Coordinating aspects of assigned events:
Coordinate event and attendee logistics; track and meet show organizer deadlines and vendor deadlines including housing, badge passes, tradeshow logistics, invitation, graphics, video, shipping, etc.
Collaborate with events team members and marketing colleagues to offer creative solutions and ideas
Plan event details with assigned budget in mind, process show related invoices for payment and record spending
Provide weekly updates to the tradeshow manager on the status of all projects and tasks
Update show plans, coordinate planning meetings with key stakeholders pre-show and post-show. Assist with post-show survey logistics and ROI analysis.
Help maintain inventory of tradeshow properties and event materials
Utilize meeting scheduling tools to record customer engagements and meeting schedule updates, flow of meetings and use of conference room at select events
Support event activity with all levels of management and key stakeholders at various stages of show planning, execution, and post-show
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business or related field
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Superior attention to detail
Resourceful problem solver
Strong organizational, communication, time and project management skills
Solution oriented to solve for and recommend best practices
Exceptional work ethic and positive attitude
Ability to excel in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
Proactive and action oriented
This position requires an individual to be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred
Benefits
Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 5/8 4/10, 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
Dress for Your Day: No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor.
Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, At&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts, and more!
Career Development & Training Opportunities: We believe our people are our number one asset. At Textron Systems, we offer shadowing opportunities, mentorship programs and both on-site and virtual formal training to help our team grow in their careers.
Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers many additional benefits you can take advantage of as well!
Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work.
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to
