Greater Twin Cities United Way: Improving Lives, Strengthening Communities

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Employment

Market Segments Internships

Internships are available during fall, spring, summer and J-terms.

For more information, please contact the marketing department by phone: 612-340-7408 or by e-mail.

Available Internships

Department	Marketing

Summary	This position works directly with marketing segment managers to assist in providing donor engagement activities and communications. The focus of this position is event and communications. The right candidate will assist in organizing and promoting special events. Communications responsibilities may include writing newsletters and maintaining communications with donor inquiries. This is an unpaid position but academic credit will be granted if the intern's institution permits it.

Location	United Way Office, 404 South Eighth Street, downtown Minneapolis

Reports to	Marketing segment manager(s)

Responsibilities	Assist with execution of plans for marketing segment events. Participate in organization and execution plans, which may include attending meetings, meeting preparation assistance and meeting presentation. Assist with the research and development of donor data management for internal use. Assist in planning and organizing training for event staff, workplace staff and campaign volunteers as needed. Assist in data tracking and reporting for event specific activities and communication. Event related duties may include: Assist with volunteer management Develop internal and external communications Aiding in event day logistics Attending promotional fairs at companies Conducting post-event communication and evaluation

Qualifications	College graduate or student in a degree program in marketing/communications, public relations, nonprofit administration or liberal arts Excellent written and verbal communication skills required Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to work on multiple projects simultaneously Event planning and management experience preferred

Time Commitment	Ideally one or two semesters Approximately 12-25 hours per week Hours and dates are flexible (within an 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. workday) Hours may include some nights and weekends for special events

Benefits	Gain valuable marketing experience Strengthen communication, marketing and event management skills Broaden knowledge of United Way, health and human service organizations and the nonprofit community Network with corporate communicators and marketing and social service professionals Have an impact in public education and opinion regarding United Way and its role in the community Receive parking reimbursement

How to Apply	Please e-mail/send cover letter and resume to: Sophia Thornton, Greater Twin Cities United Way 404 South Eighth Street Minneapolis, MN 55404 thorntons@unitedwaytwincities.org