The Intern Experience

The Intern Experience IN Fort Wayne will feature eight weekly events, designed to show you all that Fort Wayne has to offer. From the Zoo to the TinCaps and places in between, we hope to make it a summer you won’t soon forget. All interns in the Fort Wayne area are encouraged to participate, and all events will be free or discounted.

The Greater Fort Wayne community is thrilled that you’ve decided to spend your summer with us! During the day, we hope you get the most out of this professional opportunity, and after work, we hope you’ll join us for some fun, networking and more.

Register Here for weekly updates about upcoming events. You must register to be able to sign up for the individual events below.

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Upcoming Events

Please register individually for each event you would like to attend.

June 2 📅
#fwINtern - Ash Brokerage Rooftop Ice Breaker

Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Cost: Free
Location: Skyline Plaza - 898 South Harrison Street (Enter at Harrison Street and take the elevators to the 7th floor where you will be directed to the beautiful rooftop.)
Parking: Parking is available for a fee in the garage in the building. Street parking will be free after 5.
Details: Join us as we kick-off the first “The Intern Experience” event. There will be music, food, drinks, games (foosball, ping pong, and corn hole) and a brief program. We look forward to seeing you there!
Food: Small bites and a cash bar will be provided by Club Soda.

June 7 📅
#fwINtern - Charlie's Place

Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Cost: Free
Location: 4201 North Wells Street (Enter the main doors on the right and look for the registration table near the patio)
Parking: Free parking on site
Details: Charlie's Place is a new hot spot for craft cocktails, great food, and atmsoshere. You'll find many activities to keep you busy like shuffle board, pool, jenga, flipcup, and more!
Food: Appetizers and a cash bar will be provided.

June 15 📅
#fwINtern - TinCaps Game from Carson LLP Offices

Time: 7-10 pm
Cost: Free
Location: You will be watching the game from the Carson LLP Offices: 301 W. Jefferson and take the elevator to the 2nd floor
Parking: We recommend parking in the Harrison Garage, #10 on this map
Details: Carson LLP has one of the best views of Parkview Field and has offered their space for an exclusive experience to watch the TinCaps. This is a once in a lifetime experience as you can watch from the outdoor balcony overlooking the outfield or from the many windows with landscape views. Registration begins at 6:30, program and game begin at 7.
Food: Food ONLY provided, no alcoholic drinks. Popcorn, Coney Island and Three Fires Pizza
Additional Info: Limited to the first 80 people

June 21 📅
#fwINtern - Promenade Park Pavilion

Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Cost: Free
Location: 202 West Superior Street
Parking: We recommend parking in the Riverfront Garage, #25 on this map
Details: Join us in the Promenade Park Paviliion for music, line dance lessons, networking and fun. Enjoy free light appetizers from Nawa and a cash bar. Stay for the Muddy River Concert Series starting at 7 pm in the park.
Food: Food ONLY provided, no alcoholic drinks. Appetizers from Nawa provided.

June 28 📅
#fwINintern - Fort Wayne Children's Zoo

Time: 5-8 pm
Cost: Free
Location: 3411 Sherman Blvd - Registration table will be outside of the Zoo entrance.
Parking: Free parking on site
Details: Enjoy the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo during Greater Fort Wayne's Onboard Fort Wayne evening. All attendees will receive Zoo Admission, Food, Free Rides and a Giraffe Feeding Token.
Food: All attendees will receive Zoo Admission, Free Rides and a Giraffe Feeding Token. There will also be Hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.
Additional Info: Registration table will be outside of the Zoo entrance.

July 8 📅
#fwINtern - Barr Street Farmers Market & Chalk Walk during the Three Rivers Festival

Time: 10:30 am
Cost: Free
Location: 1501 East Berry
Parking: During the Three Rivers Festival, downtown Fort Wayne is busy! Here is a link to a downtown parking map
Details: Sign in at the "YLNI" information table at the Farmers Market, located by the History Center, to receive your tote bag (available while supplies last). Then, enjoy the Farmers Market and the Chalk Walk on your own or as a group!

July 12 📅
#fwINtern - Crazy Pinz Meet-Up

Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Location: 1414 Northland Boulevard
Parking: Free parking on site
Details: Crazy Pinz is a 50,000 square foot family entertainment center located on the city’s north side. This facility includes: 24 Lanes of Bowling, a SkyTrail Ropes Course, Augmented Rock Climbing Wall, Shankz Blacklight Mini-Golf, 3-Story Ball Tent, Arcade with Redemption Store and a full-service Bar and Restaurant. Crazy Pinz has something for everyone.

July 19 📅
#fwINtern - Sweetwater Sound

Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Cost: Free
Location: 5501 U.S. 30 West
Parking: Free parking on site
Details: Enjoy a behind-the-scenes-tour of Sweetwater, the nation's largest online retailer of musical instruments and pro audio equipment. Their HQ also features a one-of-a-kind music store featuring nearly 40,000 square feet of top gear on-site and a two-story slide!

July 26 📅
#fwINtern - Electric Works Finale

Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Cost: Free
Location: 1690 Broadway #Bldg 19
Parking: Electric Works has a garage and surface lot. The first two hours are free, minimal charges after that. Parking map
Details: Enjoy the beautiful Electric Works Campus! We will meet on the Upper Level of the Union Street Market (West Side) to enjoy Johnny Ox pizza and other market vendors.
Food: Enjoy Johnny Ox pizza and a cash bar.

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