Marketing/Communication/Fundraising Internship with WALK MS

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Under the general supervision of the Walk Coordinator, the intern will be a key member of the WALK MS staff team. Will work on a variety of projects that will help develop customer service, fundraising, marketing and event planning skills

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Work alongside WALK MS Committees as a staff liaison to specified walk sites
• Logistical preparation: various projects including but not limited to material acquisition, warehouse organization, and packing lists
• Assist with marketing and promotion of event
• Monitor Walk MS emails and phone calls - respond to constituent inquires, assist participants with registration questions and needs.
• Assist staff with organization of event and administrative projects (take initiative by asking what else can be done to help the project go smoothly)

Qualifications:

• Current undergraduate or graduate student pursing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Planning, or other related fields. (Recent graduates can also apply)
• Excellent customer service skills; friendly demeanor on the phone and in person
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Good organizational skills; be detail-oriented; and be able to follow through on projects on time
• Results oriented

• Ability to sit in front of computer for a length of time
• Ability to use phone equipment for a length of time
• Ability to lift 20-30 pounds

• Orientation about NMSS handled by the Volunteer Development Manager
• On the job training about specific project will be handled by the supervisor
• Training on society’s database systems and software

Time Commitment:

• 10-20 hours /week
• January - May
• Available weekend of event Saturday, May 6 & Sunday, May 7

Benefits/rewards:

• Gain marketable skills in development, marketing, event planning, and customer service
• Hands on experience in organizing large-scale fundraising events.
• Obtain knowledge about working in a nonprofit organization
• Opportunity to network in your community.
• Opportunity to develop your leadership/management skills.
• Sense of accomplishment and achievement that comes from knowing you’ve made a significant contribution to the fight against multiple sclerosis.
• Obtain service learning hours credit and recommendation letter, pending satisfactory performance

Compensation:

• UNPAID INTERNSHIP