Marketing & Events Internship

ORGANIZATION
Downtown Colorado, Inc. (DCI), is a nonprofit 501(c)3 nonprofit membership organization established in 1982 to build better
communities by providing assistance to downtowns, commercial districts and town centers in Colorado. DCI works closely with local
governments, downtown development authorities, urban renewal authorities, business improvement districts and local Main Street
programs in education, technical assistance, advocacy, information distribution and other collaborative efforts. DCI utilizes an
approach that advocates a return to community self-reliance, local empowerment, and the rebuilding of central business districts
based on their traditional assets of unique architecture, personal service, local ownership, and a sense of community.
DCI is seeking an organized and detail-oriented self-starter with exceptional communications skills who shares our passion for
community-building and is eager to gain hands-on experience in marketing, event planning, community development, and nonprofit
work. This position starts September 21, 2015 through January 25, 2016, will be 16-18 hours per week and is located as 1420 Ogden
St. Suite G-1, Denver, CO. Upon successful completion of four month internship the intern will receive a stipend of $2000.
PRIMARY DUTIES
Assist in marketing membership services and events
Writing of marketing collateral as needed; this may include brochures, press releases, event and job announcements,
newsletters, and web content
Managing social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and blogging
Assisting with the planning of educational events, including a 3-day annual conference with coordination of 30+ speakers
Providing general project and event support
Administrative support including: filing, mailings, invoicing, and answering of phone
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must know all Microsoft Office applications well
Excellent writing, editing and communications skills required
Excellent attention to detail required
Website content and social media network management experience helpful
Must maintain professionalism at all times
Graphic design (InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp and GIS) experience helpful
BENEFITS
Complimentary registration to DCIs 16-20 annual educational events
1-year complimentary Emerging Leaders membership worth $100 (see website for full list of member benefits)
Engage and network with local governments, small business owners, state agencies, and consultants working throughout
Colorado
Opportunity to network with downtown revitalization professionals that possess a variety of expertise and a wealth of
experience
Opportunity to use your professional skills and gain valuable experience in the field through participation in DCIs Technical
Assistance visits
$2000 stipend upon successful completion of four month internship.
TO APPLY
Please submit your cover letter, resume, writing sample and three references (a minimum of one should be from current or past
employer) by Monday, September 14, 2015. Address all applications or inquiries to Caitlin Hale at
coordinator@downtowncoloradoinc.org. Include DCI Marketing Internship in the subject line. Email preferred.

Downtown Colorado, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. DCI employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or
mental handicap, veteran status and marital status.