Customer Events and Business Development Co-Op

Position

Customer Events and Business Development Co-op — EF Explore America

Full-time, Austin, TX • $22/hr
• 40 hours per week
• Aug 18, 2026 – Dec 2026

EF Education First is excited to offer a Cooperative Education (co-op) program in partnership with a student’s college or university, giving students the opportunity to align their academic and future career goals with full-time or part-time work experience for a select period of time.

EF offers a multitude of part-time and full-time, 4-6-month co-ops starting in January or Summer, across our travel, language, and education businesses in sales, customer service, operations, finance, and marketing.

• Customer Data Input & Management:
  Support the Events team by accurately inputting, maintaining, and organizing customer data to ensure seamless event planning and execution.
• Event Support:
  Assist the Events team in tracking participant information, managing data integrity, and ensuring all customer records are up to date ahead of and following events.
• Market Research:
  Conduct research on industry trends and competitors to gather insights on market positioning, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for the Business Development team.
• Data Reporting:
  Analyze competitor and market data and prepare detailed reports highlighting key findings and recommendations to support the Business Development team's strategic initiatives.
• Research Support:
  Assist the Business Development team in identifying new market opportunities by compiling and summarizing relevant data and research findings.

• Education:
  
  Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Skills:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Comfort working with data entry and customer database systems.
• Experience:
  
  Previous internship or work experience in a business development, events, or marketing role is a plus but not required.

• Hands-on experience supporting event operations and business development functions.
• Insight into market research and competitive analysis methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with CRM software.
• Experience working with customer data systems and developing strong data management practices.
• Networking opportunities and mentorship from experienced professionals.

This is a dynamic, collaborative environment where colleagues describe EF as a purpose-driven, international community that values continuous learning, fearless innovation, and mutual support.

Some companies are in the business of banking. Others are in the business of shoes. Or sports. Or soft drinks. At EF, we're in a different kind of business—one that is a little less tangible, and a lot more important. Our business is understanding between people and cultures. For over half a century we’ve been a leader in international educational programs and experiences designed to foster such understanding.

EF has offices and schools in many of the world's great cities (over 50,000 people) who push each other to be better every day. Founded in 1965 in Sweden, EF is a global association of education companies that share a mission of opening the world through education. EF has been recognized on Forbes 2025 and 2024 World’s Best Employers and 2024 Top Companies for Women lists, Fast Company’s 2025 Next Big Things In Tech, and was a 2024 App Store Award winner in Cultural Impact.

EF Educational Tours teams up with educators to take students beyond the classroom on immersive international travel programs. We deliver educational experiences powered by a proven learning method that builds essential skills, like curiosity and communication. Learn more about EF Educational Tours: