Organization Description:
The Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. The mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. The Alzheimer's Association has been recognized as a top large nonprofit to work for by The Non-Profit Times, the leading information provider for the nonprofit sector.
Program and Services Student Internship Description:
The internship program is designed to give participants firsthand experience in community engagement and relationship building, and special event development, implementation, and evaluation. The Special Events Intern is responsible for assisting the Development department in tasks related to the planning, organization and execution of the several Fundraising/awareness special events. This is an excellent opportunity to improve your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, strengthen oral and written communication skills, and improve marketing abilities, including highlighting the benefits to the organization/group through the partnership with the events.
Essential Position Functions:
• Make calls to solicit auction items/donations
• Distribute information on events
• Track participants and responses
• Attend and assist in the execution of special events.
• Collecting, sorting and organizing data and ability to compile into presentation format 4 hours / week
• Update and maintain both paper and electronic files related to event participants, corporate sponsorships, and in-kind donations
• Assist in general office administration for the Special Events
• Participate in in-office training, and community activities (e.g. health fairs, lunch and learns) to improve understanding of Chapter programs/services and the communities served.
Compensation:
This is a rewarding internship position in a great working environment with wonderful opportunities for professional growth. The Alzheimer’s Association will work with the college or university to provide proper credit and oversight. Financial compensation is not provided.
Workdays:
The internship is 15-20 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Includes occasional weekends. The Alzheimer’s Association will work with the student to accommodate their schedule. School holidays and vacations will be respected.
Core Characteristics and Competencies Required:
• Demonstrated success in communicating effectively, oral and written, in both large and small groups
• Proven initiative to research potential leads and make initial contact independently
• Demonstrated ability to self-start and problem-solve
• Highly motivated and creative
• Strong organizational skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects at once
• High level of integrity, diplomacy and initiative
• Outgoing and personable
Minimum Requirements:
• Education: Progress toward Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Public Health, Business (e.g. Marketing, Administration, Finance), Non-Profit Management, Marketing
• Experience: History of event planning and execution
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (especially Word & Excel) and Google
• One or more semester commitment
• Some travel is required
We strongly encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Students with backgrounds in Business, Marketing or Nonprofit Management should consider applying.
Application Process and Contact:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to:
Megan Myers
Special Events Coordinator
Alzheimer’s Association Nebraska Chapter
E-mail: mmyers@alz.org
Phone: 402.420.2540 ext. 8266
Fax: 844.699.3670
If selected as a strong candidate for this internship, a formal application and necessary Association agreements is required.