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Intern at ClassWish.org to make a real difference
ORGANIZATION: ClassWish.org
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
Do you want to make a Difference? Intern at ClassWish.org!
Work in NYC or Virtually
We are recruiting outstanding high school, undergraduate and graduate students as interns for the 2011-2012 school year to collaborate on the boldest nonprofit initiative we know.
We are looking for passionate, energetic students with exceptional skills to take initiative on a range of projects. This is an outstanding leadership opportunity in an innovative start-up nonprofit organization.
Here is the problem we are tackling: K-12 schools in this country do not have enough resources to let children explore their potential and excel. Books, computers, art supplies, musical instruments, science equipment, sports equipment, and even paper for computers and printers are all in desperately short supply.
Our Approach: ClassWish.org , an exciting new nonprofit, uses modern business practices and the latest marketing techniques to help 125,000 schools serving 56 million kids, inform, inspire and engage supporters. Teachers visit the site to create Wish Lists of the resources they need. People in the community can see exactly what is needed and contribute to help.
About Us: The people behind ClassWish.org include such prominent education and business leaders as Adam Hirsch, COO, Mashable; Laurie Coots, CMO, TBWA; Scott Cutler, EVP, New York Stock Exchange; Chris Graves, Global CEO, Ogilvy PR; Betsy Morgan, former CEO, Huffington Post; Nancy Pelz-Paget, Director, Education and Society Program, Aspen Institute; Sharon Robinson, CEO, American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education. Forbes Magazine liked our approach so much that they donated a full page to help raise awareness. Yo-Yo Ma, Tony Hawk and Dwight Howard are among the celebrities who have offered to help promote ClassWish.org.
The work: Teachers and students are already getting supplies from ClassWish.org. Now, we need to raise greater awareness and encourage more participation so we can help more kids. Interns will work in small teams focused on such things as:
marketing to particular audiences, such as businesses, bloggers, press, educators, moms, religious organizations, civic organizations, unions, nonprofits, authors, soap operas, magazine readers, teens and celebrities
marketing around particular school subjects, such as science, music, art, reading and sports
marketing around particular promotions (such as http://ClassWish.org/days and http://ClassWish.org/books/124 )
creating and implementing social media campaigns
building and managing relationships with strategic partners such as http://EdRover.com
building and leading a national network of volunteers
enhancing the website
creating graphics and promotional materials
You will take leadership on projects and work with other highly motivated interns, established professionals, and directly with our co-founder.
What do we offer? You will enhance your resume with a solid record of professional achievement and community service, and you will have the satisfaction of knowing that you have helped children get the tools they need to perform at their best.
If you want a great experience doing something you will always be proud of, send a cover letter and a resume to interns@ClassWish.org . Impress us. This is competitive.
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About ClassWish.org
Location:
401 7th Avenue, level B, New York, NY 10001, US
Mission Statement
ClassWish.org helps schools and teachers get the supplies and equipment children need to explore their potential and excel.
Description
The Problem
Few schools have enough money for the supplies and equipment children need to explore their potential and excel. Art supplies, musical instruments, science equipment, books, computers, sports gear, even paper for the printers and copiers are in short supply, and budget cuts are making it much worse.
Our Approach
ClassWish.org helps teachers and schools inspire and tap support in their communities:
· Teachers and school leaders create wish lists of the resources they need
· Parents, alumni, businesses and others in the community can see exactly what is needed and how they can help
· They contribute online and may match their donation with one to a low-income school that needs more support
· Donors receive a receipt for their tax-deductible donation
· ClassWish ships the items directly to the schools, at no cost
The result? Teachers get the support they need. Parents and communities are engaged in supporting classrooms and funding the things they care about. And everyone is united in helping our children learn, grow and perform at their best.CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
401 Seventh Avenuesuite B-1New York, NY 10001
DATE POSTED
August 22, 2011
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
N/A