Special Events Intern

SPECIAL EVENTS INTERNSHIP

Ron Jaworski’s Foundation - Jaws Youth Playbook

Location: West Deptford, NJ (in person)

Job Title: Special Events Intern

Hours: Minimum of 20 Hours / Week

Supervisor: Executive Director & Special Events Coordinator

When: Nov 2024 – Feb 2025

INTERNSHIP – $15hr

PRIMARY PURPOSE

·       Provide assistance to Executive Director and Special Events Coordinator in managing the complex initiatives of events including sponsor events, golf tournaments, auctions, meetings, conferences and more. 

·       Work one-on-one with the Executive Director and Special Events Coordinator for each event. They will learn how to plan and execute logistics, fundraising, networking and community engagement.  

·       Roles Include: sponsorship fulfillment; event implementation oversight; database management, auction liaison, marketing/collateral development (In canva) and management; volunteer coordination; registration and on-site implementation.

DUTIES

·       Support the daily operations of the Special Events Department

·       Provide leadership & serve as liaison to vendors, volunteers, contributors and other key stakeholders that participate in various events.

·       Provide accurate recordkeeping and database management.

·       Active role with foundation’s social media platforms: planning future posts, presenting ideas for engaging content, increasing followers, and understanding current trends

·       Assist in the development of all promotional collateral materials related to the event, such as designing artwork in Canva and creating email blasts

·       Assist in the planning, development & execution of all aspects of the events. 

·       On-Site Event duties would consist of, but not be limited to the following: printing materials, interacting with guests at events, running errands, working with vendors, room setup and take down, preparing supplies for events, being present for last minute needs at events etc.

·       Perform other duties as assigned. This description does not reflect all duties of the position. Every day will vary as we are a small non-profit office.

REQUIRED DATES other dates to follow

·       Jaws Turkey Drive- Nov 25 & 26

·       Jaws Bike Drive- Dec 4-7

QUALIFICATIONS

·       College: Must be a Junior or Senior College student

·       Skills: Good written communications and public presentation skills.  Must demonstrate competency in interpersonal skills, prioritizing, time management, planning, social media and Microsoft Office. Strong customer service and organization skills. Knowledge and experience using Canva is a plus.

·       Abilities: Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work independently and/or as a team member. Must demonstrate initiative, self-confidence, persuasiveness, a positive attitude and a drive to achieve.

·       Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.

·       Reliable method of transportation is required.

HOURS

·       Schedule: Minimum of 20 hours per week

TO APPLY:

·       E-mail resume to:  Trish@RonJaworski.com  Subject: JYP Intern*NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE