There are colleges that offer programs in event planning and coordinating and as you are planning your career as a programs coordinator holding a degree or some form of event planning certification will help set you apart from the competition. With that in mind, there are many colleges, festivals and more that will need set up volunteers, and more this is a great way to build references and understand the “behind the scenes’ planning that is involved in planning large events. Home show sales jobs are a great way to expose you to public events as well, and are often commission or show based paid jobs, great for young adults or professionals to take on while attending college.