Applicant must be a current Carroll College student enrolled in at least 6 credits to be eligible to apply.
Department: United Way of the Lewis and Clark Area (UWLCA)
Purpose of Job: United Way of the Lewis and Clark Area is seeking an enthusiastic and organized intern to support the planning and execution of our annual Spirit of Service Day. This hands-on internship provides a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in nonprofit project management, event planning, and volunteer coordination while contributing to a meaningful community-wide day of service.
Duties and Responsibilities: Depending on the skills and interests of the successful applicant, the Development and Marketing position will assist our full-time team members with a range of tasks including:
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Assist with planning and logistics leading up to the Spirit of Service event.
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Communicate with community members, local businesses, volunteer teams, and site leads.
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Help coordinate volunteer registration and track assignments.
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Support the development of promotional materials (flyers, social media posts, etc.).
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Solicit sponsorships and donations for events and individual projects.
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Assist with ordering, organizing, and distributing supplies for project sites.
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Visit project sites pre-event to help assess readiness and logistics.
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Provide on-site support for the day of the event, including setup, volunteer check-in, and troubleshooting (if still in community).
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Assist with post-event wrap-up, data collection, thank-you communication, and reporting.
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Work collaboratively with the United Way team and community partners.
Qualifications:
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Interest in nonprofit work, community service, or event planning.
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Strong communication and organizational skills.
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Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changes.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace; Canva or social media skills a plus.
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Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about community engagement.
Employment Specifications: Work-Study Only. Before applying, please contact Financial Aid if you are not positive you are eligible for work-study.
Approximate Hours/Week: 8 to 10 hours per week
Special Time/Schedule Requirements: Flexible - between 8 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday with some weekend events.
Length of Employment: Academic Year
Wage Rate: $13/hour
To Apply Please Contact: Emily McVey - [email protected] or 406-442-4360
