Intern Opportunity - Development and Communications
Type: Internship
Scope
Skyland Trail is seeking an energetic and self-starting communications and events intern for summer 2010, and potentially for the 2010 and 2011 school year. The position is open to undergraduate students. The intern will be introduced to communications, public relations, event coordination and the non-profit sector by working closely with Skyland Trail's Communications Specialist and Events Coordinator. Specifically, the intern will assist in Skyland Trail's social media campaign and media relations, along with assisting the events staff in executing fundraisers. The intern will also support daily functions of the organization as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Help develop and maintain outreach in social media including Facebook, Twitter and blogs
- Assist in the Skyland Trail PR plan and drafting media materials
- Monitor media and assist in maintaining Skyland Trail's media coverage binders.
- Assist with blog/s.
- Assist Special Events Coordinator in executing selected fundraising activities; ie, coordinate mailings, create thank you gifts, assist with registration at events, and other organizational work as needed.
*Hours are flexible and may be mutually agreed upon by Skyland Trail and intern.
Proficiencies
- Basic computer skills necessary, including competency in Microsoft Word, Excel and internet research
- Excellent communication skills and a willingness to initiate contact
- Strong writing skills
- Experience with social media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter and blogs
- Organizational skills to maintain media lists, events lists, and organize projects
