Special Events and Development Internship

Job Description
DATES: Summer (May/June-early August)
Must be available June 27-30, July 18-22, July 25-29

REPORTS TO: Special Events Coordinator

Development team members

HOURS: PT, 15 20 hrs/wk (may require evening/weekends)

credit Schedule determined by intern and supervisor

SALARY: Unpaid, available for college

ORGANIZATION MISSION
The mission of Anchor Center for Blind Children is to teach visually impaired infants, young children and their
families, providing hope and a nurturing environment where children reach their highest potential.
www.anchorcenter.org
POSITION INFORMATION
The Special Events and Development Internship will offer experience in nonprofit special events, public relations,
fund development, and marketing. This position provides direct support to the Development team in all aspects of
executing special events and fundraising initiatives in support of Anchor Centers mission.
Through hands-on fundraising and day-of-event support, the Special Events and Development Intern assists with
successful execution of two major fundraising events: Energy Corporation of America ForeSight Golf Classic (June
29) and Sunset in the Country (July 29). In addition, they will provide additional administrative support to the
Development team as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Generates leads for in-kind donations and event items through research and network contacts
Solicits in-kind donations in person and manages follow-up calls to business contacts
Assists with multiple complex mailings ensuring timeliness, accuracy and attention to detail
Assist with on-site event execution including set up and tear down for both the ForeSight Golf Classic in
June and Sunset in the Country in July as needed under direction of Special Events Coordinator and
Development team members
Provide essential day-of-event volunteer support for both the ForeSight Golf Classic in June and Sunset in
the Country in July

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May create event collateral materials, signage, and other printed pieces as required
May assist in writing event-related auction descriptions for signage as required
May provide event assistance for Silent Auction including assembling and photographing items as needed
Assist with data entry as needed
Additional duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Minimum 1 year college experience (rising Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, or recent college graduate)
Experience, coursework or strong interest in event planning, fundraising, marketing, public relations, or
communications
Previous volunteer work in nonprofit environment preferred
Previous work history preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Outgoing, confident people person
Ability to represent Anchor Center professionally with families, donors and in the business community
Demonstrated leadership skills
Team player, responsible, dependable
Flexible self starter, ready to learn no task too big or too small
High level of attention to detail, motivation, organizational and interpersonal skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer literacy: Microsoft Word and Excel mandatory, Publisher is helpful; Graphic Design
experience/Adobe Creative Suite/Illustrator/Photoshop are a plus
Email marketing software knowledge (Constant Contact) a plus
Data entry/database experience a plus (Raisers Edge fundraising software)
Photography skills including videography a plus

Working Environment
Educational/classroom and office environment including children with limited or no vision and parent visits
Some travel required (must be able to provide reliable transportation; Anchor Center will reimburse intern
for mileage)
Off-site event venues as appropriate

Physical Activities
Able to lift up to 40 pounds

TO APPLY
Email cover letter addressing internship requirements, resume and references to Dawn Schipper, Special
Events Coordinator at dschipper@anchorcenter.org
o Please use the subject Special Events Intern when submitting application materials via email.
Review of applications will continue until the opportunity has been filled for the current year with qualified candidates being notified for
interviews. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with
the internship.