About Us
Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL) is a growing provider of locals-focused gaming and one of the largest terminal operators in the United States, supporting more than 27,000 electronic gaming terminals in over 4,300 third-party local and regional establishments across ten states. Through exclusive long-term contracts, Accel serves licensed non-casino locations including bars, restaurants, convenience stores, truck stops, gaming cafes, and fraternal and veteran establishments. Accel also owns and operates brick and mortar casinos and a racino venue.
Accel provides its local partners with a turnkey, full-service, capital-efficient gaming solution that encompasses manufacturing, content, payments, loyalty, 24/7 customer service, data analysis and reporting, and cash logistics. The Company’s racino, Fairmount Park Casino & Racing, opened in April 2025 and features over 270 electronic gaming machines, food and beverage amenities, a sports book, para-mutuel betting and 55 days of thoroughbred horse racing a year. For more information, please visit www.accelentertainment.com.
Job Description:
Position Overview
Accel Entertainment is seeking a motivated and energetic Summer Marketing & Events Intern to support the Marketing Team during the busy summer season. This role will assist with the execution of marketing initiatives at corporate-sponsored golf outings, community events, and promotional activations throughout Illinois.
This is a hands-on, field-based internship ideal for someone looking to gain real-world experience in brand activations, event logistics, and community marketing within a fast-paced environment.
This position will run roughly from May 27, 2026 (right after Memorial Day)
to August 14, 2026, with some flexibility on those dates based on candidates schedules.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Marketing Team in planning and executing summer golf outings and community events
- Assist with setup and breakdown of branded materials, signage, tents, tables, and giveaways
- Represent Accel Entertainment professionally at sponsored and community events
- Engage with attendees to promote brand awareness and AE Player Rewards initiatives
- Help track and manage marketing inventory and promotional materials
- Capture photos and videos for social media and internal marketing use
- Assist with post-event recaps, reporting, and follow-up communications
- Travel to event locations throughout Illinois using company-provided vehicle
- Provide administrative and organizational support to the Marketing Team as needed
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Hospitality, or related field
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable working in outdoor environments during summer months
- Willingness to travel approximately 60% during season (ground travel by company-provided vehicle)
- 21 years or older with a valid driver’s license required
- Ability to lift and transport event materials (up to 40 lbs)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with social media platforms preferred
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on marketing experience through live brand activations
- Exposure to corporate sponsorships and community engagement strategy
- Real-world experience in logistics, promotions, and brand management
- Professional networking opportunities within the gaming and entertainment industry
Base Pay Range:
$17 hourly
This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The base salary will depend on a number of factors such as: qualifications, experience level, and skillset.
Voluntary full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, and vision; life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital insurance; short and long-term disability; identity/legal protection; as well as access to FSA and HSA accounts. Full and part-time employees are eligible to contribute to traditional and/or Roth 401(k) plans. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling for a multitude of topics including (but not limited to) mental health, finances, adult care, disability, and grief.
Accel Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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What We Do
Accel is a leading distributed gaming operator in the United States on an Adjusted EBITDA basis, and a preferred partner for local business owners in the Illinois market. Accel’s business consists of the installation, maintenance and operation of VGTs, redemption devices that disburse winnings and contain ATM functionality, and other amusement devices in authorized non-casino locations such as restaurants, bars, taverns, convenience stores, liquor stores, truck stops, and grocery stores. Accel has been licensed by the IGB since 2012 and holds a conditional license from the PA Board. As of September 30, 2019, Accel’s VGT operations comprised 10,346 VGTs in 2,290 licensed establishments.
