American Diabetes Association Washington, Dc

Internship, Special Events

Take Your Education On A Mission!

 

Our employees like working at the American Diabetes Association because of our opportunities, inclusive environment, benefits and culture. They remain employees because they are passionate about our cause. Experience the gratification of knowing your work impacts, the well-being of millions of people both directly and indirectly affected by Diabetes.

 

 

 

DESCRIPTION

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) seeks a highly motivated, self-starting student who is passionate about public health/diabetes. The Step Out Intern will provide support to ADA staff and gain valuable skills and insights on event planning, fundraising, programmatic activities, and volunteer coordination. This position is unpaid.

 

THE POSITION IS IN OUR DOWNTOWN WASHINGTON, DC OFFICE.

 

The internship will begin 9/08/2009

 

This internship will enable a skilled student to assist the ADA by working on the premier fund-raising event entitled Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes. The selected intern will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in event management, fundraising, sponsorship development, and community outreach. Under the supervision of the Step Out staff, the intern will be responsible for various duties including:

 

 

 

FUNDRAISING & EVENT PLANNING

* Assist with planning & implementation of a special event

* Assist with donor tracking and follow-up

* Draft letters to prospective sponsors and special guests

* Design and prepare event materials

* Set up meetings and make fundraising asks

* Attend professional and community meetings to recruit interested parties to participate in Step Out

* Assist with special programs and other ADA events

* Follow up with constituent requests

* Organize day-of-event volunteer responsibilities

* Assist in managing volunteer database

 

 

 

 

REQUIREMENTS

* Passion for public health issues and the Mission of ADA

*Experience in fundraising and event planning

*Some work experience

*Ability to see the "big picture"

* Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Ability to prioritize and handle a variety of assignments simultaneously

* Must be a currently enrolled, full-time, undergraduate student enrolled in a U.S. college/university who will be returning to college as a full-time. Full-time is defined as at least 12 credit hours.

* Time commitment of at least 10 hours per week (M-F and hours are flexible).

 

 

 

 

When you join us, you can expect a true focus on work-life balance. You can find all of this in an environment that promotes inclusion. Are you ready to take your career on a mission?

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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