• Special Events Intern (Remote CA)

    Autism Speaks (Los Angeles, CA)


    Autism Speaks is seeking an Events Intern for the Fall semester! This is a 10–12-week remote program and students must be eligible for academic credit.  This is an opportunity for an individual to gain valuable event planning experience. As a member of the development team, the intern will have the opportunity to play a role in assisting with the planning and execution of the Southern CA Area Events. Area events include two Empower Walk & 5K Run’s and additional special events. At the end of this internship, the Events Intern will have working knowledge of key event skills, including developing event timelines, planning processes, and community outreach which they will be able to translate into future career opportunities.

     

    The Events Intern will report to the Area Executive Director. The ideal candidate should be looking to gain experience in non-profit special events for future work. The intern will receive necessary training and staff supervision.

     

    This is a remote position, but applicants must live in California.

    DUTIES:

    + Assist with event logistics for events across California

    + Assist in donor, sponsor, prospect, and volunteer outreach and stewardship

    + Assist with school outreach

    + Assist with Area marketing and communications, including email and social media content

    + Perform other job-related duties as assigned

    + Assist with managing outreach for in-kind donations of gift cards and experiences

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    + Pursuing a bachelor’s degree

    + Able to receive class credit

    + Commitment to a flexible work schedule of 20 hours per week during standard business hours

    + Superior organizational and communication skills

    + Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to take initiative

    + Excellent customer service skills in dealing with internal and external constituents

    + Must have the ability to work with a team

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and social media technology

    + This is a remote position, but applicant must live in California

    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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