Pursuing a bachelor's degree and able to receive academic credit
Flexible 20-hour per week schedule during standard business hours
Superior organizational and communication skills with strong attention to detail and initiative
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and social media technology
Requirements:
Assist with planning logistics and outreach for Columbus-area events, including kickoff events
Assist with donor, sponsor, and volunteer outreach and stewardship
Assist with area marketing and communications, including drafting email and social media content
Provide administrative support and assist with silent auction donation and in-kind partnership outreach, as well as other assigned tasks
Job description
Autism Speaks is seeking an Events Intern in Columbus, Ohio for the Summer semester! This is a 10-week remote program, and students must be eligible for academic credit. This is an opportunity for an individual to gain valuable event planning experience. As a member of the development team, the intern will have the opportunity to assist in the planning and execution of Columbus, Ohio area events. Area Events include Walk, 5k Run, Summit, Third Party event support and other miscellaneous events. At the end of this internship, the Events Intern will have working knowledge of key event skills, including developing event timelines, planning processes, and community outreach which they will be able to translate into future career opportunities. The Events Intern will report to the Senior Manager, Community Engagement – Western PA/Ohio. The ideal candidate should be looking to gain experience in Non-Profit Special Events for future work. The intern will receive necessary training and staff supervision.
This is a remote position, but applicant must live in Central Ohio area and have access to transportation to attend events or meetings if needed.
DUTIES:
Assist with planning logistics across Columbus, Ohio
Assist with planning and outreach of kickoff events
Assist with donor, sponsor, and volunteer outreach and stewardship
Assist with area marketing and communications, including but not limited to email and social media content drafting
Assist with silent auction donation and in-kind partnership outreach
Provide administrative support and perform job-related tasks as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
Able to receive academic credit
Commitment to a flexible work schedule of 20 hours per week during standard business hours
Superior organizational and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to take initiative
Excellent customer service skills in dealing with internal and external constituents
Must have the ability to work with a team
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Social Media Technology
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.
