13087 Special Event/PR Intern

CLOSING DATE:

11/5/13

PERCENT OF TIME:

8-12 hours per week

PERSONNEL CODE:

13087

PROGRAM

Organizational Resources

JOB INFORMATION

Job Summary:

This position is under the direction and supervision of the Director of Marketing and Development.  The Special Events/PR Intern will assist in event planning and execution, theme creation, communicating with sponsors, and publicity.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Excellent communication skills
• High degree of accuracy in grammar, punctuation and spelling
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to principles of cultural diversity/cultural competence
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Advertising/PR education

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Macintosh computer and word processing programs.

 Responsibilities:

1. Theme development for annual fundraising event.
2. Contact previous and potential sponsors for participation.
3. Event planning and execution.
4. Transport silent auction items and supplies as needed.
5. Coordinate organization and community volunteer activities.
6. Research and develop event planning website solutions.
7. Other advertising and PR duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applications are available:

• at www.journeymhc.org/careers
• or pickup at Journey Mental Health Center, 625 W Washington Ave., Madison, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday
• or by phone at (608) 280-2677

Resumes are NOT accepted in place of completed application forms, but can be attached. Employment is contingent upon a receipt of favorable results of background history and driver’s record check.

Journey Mental Health Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the agency’s belief that staff diversity and cultural competence are the foundation for services, which are accessible, effective, and relevant to the diverse needs of Dane County children, youth, families, and adults. Women, disabled, and culturally diverse applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.