Non-Profit Management Internship - Fall

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Overview:

Interns will explore a wide range of management techniques in a non-profit environment. Interns may have projects in the areas of recruitment, training, education, data entry, strategic planning, program operation and elements associated with equine assisted services. Work directly with the Executive Director to learn about fundraising, development, grant writing and media outreach. Assist the Volunteer Manager with recruiting, training and retaining volunteers. Opportunities to work directly with staff to develop lesson planning, program implementation, and equine and barn management skills can also be arranged.

Responsibilities May Include:

• Attend staff meetings & assist with volunteer trainings.
• Leading and side-walking during lessons as needed.
• Develop relationships with riders, volunteers & instructors to ensure all needs are met.
• Create recruitment materials, schedule volunteers, maintain records, implement recognition strategies.
• Maintain office, arena, tack room and stall organization and cleaning practices.
• Understand the whys behind risk management procedures, PATH Intl. standards, and precautions and contraindications.
• Help plan and implement annual camps and special events.
• Enhance social media, advertising, and public relations through publications and website management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED
• College and/or previous job experience preferred
• Must be available to complete internship hours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 9am-6pm, more availability on an as-needed basis
• Must pass a criminal background check
• Interest in equine-assisted services
• Strong technology/computer skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in working with a collaborative team

Compensation:

This is an unpaid internship. Ride for Joy is happy to collaborate with university institutions to provide academic credit to students upon their completion of an internship with us.