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2 people are interested
Volunteer Management Intern
ORGANIZATION: The Virginia Zoo
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2 people are interested
Overview
The Volunteer Management intern will work with staff implementing the Zoo’s volunteer programs. The intern will gain a greater knowledge and understanding of the needs required for managing and maintaining an efficient volunteer program. Duties will include assisting with the management of 150+ regular volunteers and 700+ episodic volunteers. The intern will lead group volunteer projects, assist with coordinating volunteers during special events, and participate in volunteer recruitment, screening, orientation, training, and retention. The intern will also learn to use volunteer management software and develop organizational skills. The internship is unpaid, but there are many other benefits that will afford interns a valuable experience in conservation and volunteer management.
Duties
- Coordinate and work with groups for large one-time projects
- Assist with recruitment, orientation, training and onboarding of new volunteers
- Help coordinate volunteers for special events
- Research new marketing mediums for volunteer recruitment
- Assist with the daily administrative management of the volunteer program
- Complete and present an internship project
- Be a current undergraduate or graduate student
- Be available for at least a three month commitment
- Be able to make at least a 160 hour commitment
- Occasional evenings and weekends required
- Have reliable transportation to and from the Virginia Zoo in Norfolk, VA
Email your resume, cover letter, and transcript (unofficial is acceptable) to Kristine.Kastenbaum@norfolk.gov or fax to 747-441-5408.
Applications for winter/spring are due December 1st, 2017.
More opportunities with The Virginia Zoo
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About The Virginia Zoo
Location:
3500 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23504, US
Mission Statement
The Virginia Zoological Park is committed to saving and protecting the world’s wildlife by inspiring a passion for nature and taking conservation action at home and around the world.
Description
Zoo volunteers are a creative group of dedicated community members, each possessing a unique passion and desire to share the natural world with our visitors. The volunteer program provides professional development opportunities, fun social events, regular recognition of service and many opportunities to learn about and get inside knowledge of the Zoo and conservation activities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Virginia Zoo3500 Granby StreetNorfolk, VA 23504
DATE POSTED
November 7, 2017
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Organization
- People Skills
- Multi-Tasking
- Environmental Education
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- At least 160 hours and a three month commitment.
- Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student.