Washington, DC Community Engagement Intern (Remote)

Job Description

Our Mid-Atlantic team is looking for a remote Summer Intern! We will provide a hands-on opportunity to a student located in the Maryland, Washington, DC or Virginia areas, interested in exploring a career in nonprofits. Individuals will learn about community engagement, fundraising, participant outreach, event development and logistics, and corporate communication, working closely with the Autism Speaks Mid-Atlantic Chapter development team. This is a 10–12-week program and students must be eligible for academic credit. Currently, our interns will work remotely but, will be in constant communication with the team and volunteers.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The intern will receive training in all areas and responsibilities will include:

• Providing support to the Mid-Atlantic Chapter’s two major fundraising walks, and community outreach programs

• Researching prospects for sponsorship and teams

• Outreach to local community organizations

• Integral part in successful Autism Awareness Month visibility throughout the Mid-Atlantic territory

• Community outreach for potential event and campaign sponsors, volunteers, constituents

• Updating chapter records and spreadsheets

• Assisting with donor letters

• Providing customer service to event participants and supporters

QUALIFICATIONS:

Student interns must receive academic credit (i.e. graduate or under-graduate) sponsored by an accredited institution or require experience for a certification for a college degree.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong organizational skills, follow-up and attention to detail

• Curious and inquisitive, with a willingness to learn about fundraising, event management and donor outreach

• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team

• Good communication skills, both oral and written

• Strong interpersonal skills/customer service skills

• Proficient in MS office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Building Collaborative Relationships

• Professional Behavior

• Results-Driven

• Customer Orientation

• Flexibility

You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access.

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