Intern (Friendship Programming & Leadership Development)

Dates: September 4, 2018 – December 21, 2018

Hours: 10-12 hours per week (very flexible-we are willing to work with your schedule!)

Supervisor: Leslie Dess, Deputy Director, Programs & Operations (414) 271-1470

Intern Site: 10425 W North Avenue #340 Wauwatosa, WI 53226

Duties:

This internship will focus on the 2018-2019 Best Buddies Programs which may include, but is not limited to School Friendship, Adult Friendship, and Leadership Development. In addition, this internship will focus on supporting the Development team in the planning and execution of the Best Buddies WI Leadership Breakfast.

Communication:

• Execute mass communication (participants, parents, supporters, staff, community advocates, and board members) through a variety of channels. 
• Develop interpersonal skills needed to successfully manage a nonprofit organization

Donation/Sponsorship:

• Work with corporate partners/supporters to secure donations of resources, space, and funds as needed. 
• Manage donor information and communication

Logistics:

• Understand the organizational culture of a nonprofit organization including grants/funding, volunteer management, donations/sponsorships, administration, database management, and events. 
• Develop knowledge of the disability community, disability rights movements, etc.

Programs:

• Support programmatic initiatives/events

• Reliable transportation available 
• Adaptability to ambiguous situations 
• Ability to multi-task 
• Organized/detail oriented 
• Communication and problem solving skills

Valuable non-profit experience including fundraising, donor relations, event planning, research and development; credit hours (if applicable). Please note – there is no financial stipend for this internship.