BICYCLE TOUR SPECIAL EVENTS INTERNSHIP
ORGANIZATION: Make-A-Wish Michigan
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The Wish-A-Mile (WAM) Bicycle Tour is the largest Make-A-Wish Michigan fundraiser with a goal to raise $2.5 million dollars to grant wishes for Michigan wish kids. There are 4 route options, the WAM 300, WAM 100, WAM 50, and WAM Jr. The WAM intern will help execute ride logistics to create a premier cycling event.
Responsibilities:
· Communicate with local law enforcement and communities regarding traffic control and awareness of the tour
· Create/update signage for tour
· Research various products and services that are needed for the tour
· Make in-kind asks for donated items
· Effectively lead a school crew team on tour - this team will move from location to location ahead of the participants ensuring that the location is prepared for arrival
· Lead kids activity tent at the Heroes Hurrah Finish Line Celebration - includes all pre-planning of vendors and supplies
· Ability to proofread varies documents that are distributed to WAM participants and uploaded on the WAM website
· Attend expos, information sessions, and kick-offs to promote the tour
· Learn event logistics from making an ask to sending a thank you
· Take lead on securing event enhancements
· Stuff packets, binders, gift bags, totes
· Support the WAM team as needed
· Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· Currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Graduate degree program and able to receive college credit
· Must possess the ability to work part-time (2-3 days) January through August
· Must be available July 12 - 28, 2019
Must be able to lift 25 poundsMore opportunities with Make-A-Wish Michigan
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Make-A-Wish Michigan
Location:
7600 Grand River Avenue, Ste. 175, BRIGHTON, MI 48114, US
Mission Statement
Make-A-Wish Michigan grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.
Description
Make-A-Wish Michigan began in 1984 when Joshua, and 11-year-old from Tecumseh wished to go to the Walt Disney World Resort. Fifteen courageous children experienced a joy of a wish that first year. Since thenm the Foundation and its supporters have made wishes become reality for more than 7,000 children in our Michigan community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
648 Monroe Ave NWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
DATE POSTED
August 14, 2019
SKILLS
- Event Design & Planning
- Administrative Support
- Customer Service
- Program Management
- Event Planning / Management
- Fundraising
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- · Must possess the ability to work part-time (2-3 days) January through August · Must be available July 12 – 28, 2019
- HOW TO APPLY To apply for an internship position, send your resume and cover letter to intern@michigan.wish.org with "DEPARTMENT Internship - Last Name, First Name" as the subject line (Example: VOLUNTEER SERVICES Internship - Last Name, First Name)