Fall Semester Internship

POSITION TITLE: Fall Semester Internship

LOCATION: Special Olympics New York, New York City Region

REPORTS TO: Caitlin Anderson, Associate Director of Development

CONTACT INFORMATION: [email protected] or (212) 661-5217

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum High School or its equivalent or any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITES:

• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in MS Work, Excel, Access, Power Point and the Internet.
• Operate a variety of office machines, including, copier, fax machine, calculator and computer using standard work processing, spreadsheet and data inquiry software.
• Ability to work independently.
• Reliable transportation.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Assist the New York City team with functional support to include event management, volunteer management, and outreach to potential volunteers and supporters.
• Assist with signature events: Westchester Polar Plunge and Staten Island Polar Plunge.
• Learn organization software in order to support.
• Assist in the management of records for the department.
• Prepare event documents identifying all steps taken during the planning process, along with timelines and copies of materials created. 
• In addition to the responsibilities identified, intern may be requested to perform other duties and/or responsibilities, not included above.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Position requires working both standing and sitting. Must be able to lift and carry light loads (5-30 pounds for short distances, approximately one block)

FLEXIBLE HOURS: Occasional travel and weekend/evening duties are available. Must be able to attend Westchester Polar Plunge (November 9, 2024) and Staten Island Polar Plunge (December 8, 2024).