Maitland – Field Development – Fall Internship
Company/Organization: Autism Speaks
Description:
Position Title: Maitland – Field Development – Fall Internship
Reports To: Coordinator, Field Development
Location: Maitland, FL
Hours/Days Per Week: Flexible; Monday-Friday, 16- 25 hours/week
Length of Assignment: Fall Semester
Compensation: Unpaid / may be used for college creditPurpose: The purpose of this position is to assist the Autism Speaks staff in managing and implementing the Walk Now for Autism Speaks campaigns and special events.
Primary Responsibilities
• Work closely with Autism Speaks staff to achieve the Walk goals through practicing the Walk strategies identified in the business plan for the annual Walk, including strategies regarding sponsorship, team recruitment and retention, media outreach, Kickoff and a year-long communications plan.
• Provide administrative support to the Autism Speaks staff as needed (answer telephones, data entry, email correspondence, mailings, materials management, packet assembly, etc.)
• In conjunction with the Autism Speaks staff, manage volunteer committee and provide customer service for Walk participants, team captains, volunteers, committee members and chairpersons, including donation questions, shipment of materials, etc.
• Assist Autism Speaks staff with planning of Walk Kick-Off events, Awards events and various Walk/Chapter functions.
• Create Walk/Event Materials (flyers, posters, e-mail correspondence, letters, etc.) as needed.Future Possible Roles
• In conjunction with Autism Speaks staff, implement the global campaigns of Autism Speaks such as Government Relations, Family Services, Community Outreach and Science Initiatives.
• Make presentations about Autism Speaks and Walk Now for Autism Speaks to businesses, organizations and community groups to recruit teams of walkers.
Qualifications:
Related Skills and Knowledge
• Superb organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outgoing and friendly personality, along with creativity and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work independently and with volunteers, staff, donors, media and the general public.
• Computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher.
Paid Internship Info:
Unpaid
Hours:
Flexible; 16-25 hours per week
Length/Availability:
3 months
Tags:
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