INTERNSHIP Opening - Marketing & Communications

Job Description:               
Obtain work experience with a non-profit organization by assisting in the marketing and communications efforts directly related to the annual gala on February 8, 2025 – a 700-person event. Gain working knowledge of the execution of a large-scale fundraising event. This position is unpaid.
 
Time Commitment:          
Weekly commitment – minimum of 10 hours per week
October - February
                                                                             
Responsibilities:

• Write compelling and emotional wish stories for various mediums
• Design and create wish posters with visual graphics and persuasive verbiage
• Edit and create videos & slideshows
• Write and post social media videos, photos, stories
• Design creative elements for inclusion in videos or printed recognitions
• Effectively communicate with a large group of volunteers
• Assist in event planning and execution of major fundraising events for Wishes & More
• Must be available to work all day of Winter Gala on February 8, 2025
• Other duties as assigned.

• Marketing, Public Relations or Communications areas of study preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Experience or coursework in Canva or similar graphic design program
• Experience or coursework in iMovie and/or Powerpoint in editing and creating video content
• Strong organizational, listening, oral and written communication skills
• Resourcefulness, problem-solving skills, ability to take initiative and to work both independently and as a team
• Willingness to accept a variety of tasks

• Professional communications
• Creative writing & editing
• Collaboration
• Organization
• Multi-tasking
• Direct experience in BidPal, Canva, Salesforce and Microsoft Office Applications
• Event planning
• Professional business etiquette