Autism Speaks

Summer Events Intern (Remote NJ or PA)

Princeton, NJ
Internship
Community Engagement
Student (College)
Autism Speaks is seeking an Events Intern for the Summer 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 community engagement team, the intern will have the opportunity to play a role in planning and execution of the New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania Area Events. Area Events include Walks and a Golf Outing, along with a possible new event.  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 he/she will be able to translate into future career opportunities.

The Events Intern will report to the Area Executive Director and Manager of Community Engagement.  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 applicant must live in the New Jersey or Eastern Pennsylvania area and have access to transportation to attend events or meetings if needed.

DUTIES:
  • Assist with event logistics for events across New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania
  • Assist with planning of events
  • Assist in donor, sponsor and volunteer outreach and stewardship
  • Assist with School Outreach
  • Assist with Area marketing and communications, including email and social media content
  • Provide administrative support and perform other job-related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
  • Able to receive academic 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, Social Media Technology 
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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