Offer summary

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled as a college student or in graduate school, eligible for academic credit., Strong organizational and communication skills, both oral and written., Proficient in MS Office and social media platforms., Eager to learn about fundraising, event management, and community outreach..

Key responsibilities:

Support community outreach programs and fundraising events.

Research prospects for sponsorships and team recruitment.

Engage with local organizations, colleges, and universities to promote events.

Manage social media recognition for supporters.

Job description

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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