Job Description - Fall Community Engagement Intern
Our Mid-Atlantic team is looking for a remote Fall Intern! We will provide a hands-on opportunity to a student located in the Maryland, Washington, DC or Virginia areas, interested in exploring a career in nonprofits. Individual will learn about community engagement, fundraising, participant outreach, event development and logistics, and corporate communication, working closely with the Autism Speaks Mid-Atlantic Chapter field development team. This is a 10–12-week program and students must be eligible for academic credit. Currently, our intern will work remotely but, will be in constant communication with the Field team and volunteers. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The intern will receive training in all areas and responsibilities will include: • Providing support to the Mid-Atlantic Chapter’s two major fundraising walks in October and April, and community outreach programs • Researching prospects for sponsorship and teams • Outreach to local community organizations, running clubs, etc. • Outreach to colleges, universities and high schools to recruit 5k runners and walk teams • Creating Social Media to recognize supporters • Community outreach for potential event and campaign sponsors, volunteers, constituents
QUALIFICATIONS: Student interns must receive academic credit (i.e. graduate or under-graduate) sponsored by an accredited institution or require experience for a certification for a college degree. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: • Strong organizational skills, follow-up and attention to detail • Curious and inquisitive, with a willingness to learn about fundraising, event management and donor outreach • Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team • Good communication skills, both oral and written • Strong interpersonal skills/customer service skills • Proficient in MS office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook & Social Media • Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills CORE COMPETENCIES: • Building Collaborative Relationships • Professional Behavior • Results-Driven • Customer Orientation • Flexibility You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access.
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