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Special Events Intern
ORGANIZATION: National MS Society
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8 people are interested
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Special Events Intern
Non-Profit: National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Inland Empire Regional Office.
MS Society Information: The Chapter funds local programs and services for people with Multiple Sclerosis and their families, and supports the Society’s research mission to find a cure for this chronic and often disabling disease of the central nervous system.
Position Title: Special Events Intern
Location: Ontario (3110 E. Guasti Rd. Suite 320, Ontario, CA 91761)
Benefit: Course credit is available if student desires. We also will provide both written and verbal references. Past interns have secured jobs in special event planning, as well as non-profit jobs due to their internship at the MS Society.
Internship timeline: 13-15 weeks, depending on start date. (Jan-May)
Hours per week: Must commit to 10-15 hours per week.
Description: We are looking for an outgoing, passionate and persistent individual who is interested in Special Events planning and/or working for a non-profit. This is a fast-paced, fun job that is perfect for someone who has excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. We empower our interns by giving them a great deal of autonomy and real world experience. After this internship you will be ready for a position as a volunteer coordinator, special events coordinator, etc.
The Special Events Intern reports directly to the Development Manager/Director. She/he is responsible for assisting with the planning of three charity walks, the Inland Empire Walk, the Palm Desert Walk and the Big Bear Walk.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Event support leading up to and on the day of the event(s).
- Recruit volunteers and assist with the communication and coordination of all details for event volunteers.
- Maintain organized spreadsheet and calendar detailing what vendors/organizations have been contacted, their status, etc.
- Contact potential vendors for in-kind donations (free goods and services).
- Other administrative duties as assigned.
- Answer questions from fundraisers and clients regarding walks.
Requirements:
- Be able to work 10-15 hours a week.
- MUST be comfortable speaking on the phone with a wide variety of individuals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to navigate the internet as a communication and research tool.
- Must be reliable and committed to completing a 13-15 week internship.
- Good organizational skills and a strong attention to detail.
- Must have access to reliable transportation and ability to travel to events at different locations.
Please email or fax your resume and cover letter to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Inland Empire Field Office.
Email: janna.delapaz@nmss.org
Fax: 909-605-2737
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About National MS Society
Location:
3110 E. Guasti Rd., Suite 320, Ontario, CA 91761, US
Mission Statement
As an organization whose vision is to create a world free of multiple sclerosis, the Society strives to live by a set of core values which guide our work and our actions on a daily basis.
CommitmentWe are passionate in our commitment to people affected by MS. We strive to improve quality of life while searching for the cure.
LeadershipWe are leaders in the vision of a world free of MS. Through creativity and hard work, we accelerate the pace of scientific discovery, promote quality health care, stimulate community resources and services, advocate for favorable government policies, and are the world's best source of information about multiple sclerosis.
IntegrityWe are honest and straightforward in all that we do. We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We act responsibly with resources entrusted to us. We are accountable and act in accordance with these values.
ExcellenceWe set high standards of performance and service delivery, and work toward excellence in everything we do.
TeamworkWe advance the interests of people affected by multiple sclerosis through individual and team achievements. We recognize our volunteers and staff as our most valued resources. We encourage collaboration across organizational boundaries.
Description
The National MS Society helps each person affected by MS in our area address the challenges of living with MS. We help by raising funds for cutting-edge research, driving change through advocacy, facilitating professional education and providing programs and services that empower people with MS and their families to move their lives forward.
Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to achieving a world free of MS. Through our chapter’s support services and educational programs for people living with MS and their families and friends, we help connect people in our local communities who want to do something about MS now.
- We offer many programs -- including professional counseling and peer facilitated support groups, educational programs and seminars, referrals to neurologists and healthcare professionals, national teleconferences and internet programs, services for the homebound, and social and recreational programs to assist people with MS and their families in leading productive and fulfilling lives.
- Our community support helps to fund our local programs and accelerate worldwide research projects to ensure no opportunity is wasted. Generosity can come from anywhere. We are thankful to our members and their friends, corporate partners and the general public who help us raise the money to move us closer to a world free of MS.
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3110 E. Guasti Rd.Suite 320Ontario, CA 91761
DATE POSTED
September 19, 2014
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