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3 people are interested
Social Media Intern
ORGANIZATION: Susan G Komen Chicago
Please visit the new page to apply.
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3 people are interested
Social Media Intern
Reports to:
Wendy Rutman - Public Relations & Marketing Consultant
Position Status:
Intern (unpaid)
Time Commitment:
15-20 hours per week (4 months minimum) Available ASAP
About Susan G. Komen
Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. In 1982 that promise became Susan G. Komen and launched the global breast cancer movement. Today, Komen is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. The Chicagoland Affiliate, established in 1997, is one of over 100 Affiliates in the U.S. In 2015, Komen Chicago invested over $1 million in grants to 14 local organizations funding lifesaving education, patient navigation, treatment and treatment support programs in our five county service area. Since 1997, Komen Chicago has invested nearly $16M in local programs, funding potentially lifesaving services for underserved and uninsured men and women.
Position Overview & Basic Function:
The Social Media Intern will assist the Affiliate with social media including e-newsletter campaigns, Facebook, Twitter, website and other digital media.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Research and create content for social media posts, including breast health/breast cancer awareness, education and news items
- Clarify objectives and track progress of social media growth
- Create social media calendar for upcoming months
- Research and report on new social media trends and services.
- Write new content for Komen Chicago Facebook, Twitter and other accounts to promote Komen’s programs and drive website traffic
- Work with staff and social media virtual volunteers on training and social media updates
Required Skills & Education:
- Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Strong time-management, organizational and research skills.
- Passionate about social media
- Have strong computer skills, including strong experience in Microsoft Offices (i.e. Word, Excel)
- Web and/or graphic design experience preferred
- Must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student or be a graduate of a college or university
Other:
- Ability to lift / carry 15 pounds; capable of standing for one hour or more.
- Position will need to use their personal computer
- Candidate may be subject to a criminal background check.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to gain insight into the not-for-profit sector.
- "Hands-on" environment with individuals who respond to critical community issues.
- Develop above-entry-level skills.
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Katherine Sobolewski - Development Coordinator, at volunteer@komenchicago.org. Please put the intern job title and your first and last name in the subject of the email.
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About Susan G Komen Chicago
Location:
213 W. Institute Place, Suite 302, Chicago, IL 60610, US
Mission Statement
To save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to fine the cure.
Description
The Chicagoland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure was established in 1997 and held the first Susan G. Komen Chicago Race for the Cure. With the support of our signature fundraiser, the Komen Chicago Race for the Cure, the Komen Chicagoland Affiliate has awarded over $17.4 million towards the fight against breast cancer by funding grassroots breast health education and breast cancer screening and treatment projects, as well as national research. Seventy-five percent of the net proceeds raised by the Affiliate are dedicated to fighting breast cancer locally in the Chicagoland metropolitan area. The remaining 25 percent of net proceeds raised are contributed to the Komen Grants Program which funds research and education programs. The generosity and spirit of our corporate sponsors and community partners enables the Affiliate to organize the Susan G. Komen Chicago Race for the Cure as well as other breast cancer awareness events and fundraisers throughout the year.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
8765 W. Higgins Rd. Suite 401Chicago, IL 60631
DATE POSTED
February 3, 2016
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- 15-20 hrs/week