Social Media/Marketing Intern

Terese Zache Designs (TZD) of Madison, WI, a Best of Madison women’s apparel and accessories specialty store located in Hilldale Mall, is seeking a Social Media Student Intern.

Duties include:

• Creation, monitoring and growth of social media platform including Facebook, Pinterest and email campaigns.
• Involvement in TZD website upgrades, see www.teresezache.com
• Other marketing assistance including advertising, events, direct mail, PR, store merchandising, etc. as needed

Attributes:

• Creative, fun, motivated, independent, mature responsible self starter to set things up and get them done
• Should have a high interest in women’s fashion business & marketing (Fashionista’s Welcome!)

Immediate opening, part time for spring, summer & fall 2014 (and beyond…?)

Hours per week variable and flexible vs. school; TBD as needed to accomplish set goals

Compensation based on market and qualifications

Please send resume and supporting information by email to: Terese Zache, tzache@teresezache.com

Social Media Intern

TITLE: Radio and
 Social Media Intern, Wisconsin Public Radio

LOCATION: UW-Madison
 Campus, Vilas Hall

POSITION SUMMARY:
 Serve as Production Assistant at
 Wisconsin Public Radio for The Midday, University of the Air, and Old-Time
 Radio Drama. This position is under the supervision of Norman Gilliland.

HOURS: 5 to 10 hours per week.

This position
 offers a somewhat flexible schedule.

REPRESENTATIVE
 DUTIES:

1. From
    12:25-1:00 p.m. up to three days a week, answer the FM studio quiz line for The
   Midday.
2. Assist
    with live performances and interviews.
3. Update
    web pages and Facebook pages as needed for Midday, University of the Air, and
    Old-Time Radio Drama.
4. Assist
   in production of live drama broadcasts.
5. Other
   duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Work independently to complete
   assignments with little or no assistance on individual tasks.
2. Update websites and social
   media sites with engaging content two or three times a week.

CONTACT: Submit one-page CV, a statement of interest, and three references by May 15, 2014, to: Norman Gilliland, Wisconsin Public Radio, gilliland@wpr.org

Digital Marketing Intern – Summer 2014

CBMint is a fast growing e-commerce startup looking for creative and motivated self-starters to join our team for the Summer of 2014. Founded by UW-Madison grads, CBMint is re-inventing precious metals retail for the internet and mobile age. We’re looking for someone with an entrepreneurial attitude who can bring fresh, creative ideas to help support our growth.

This opportunity is based in Madison, WI, or remote.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning overall marketing strategy for the CBMint brand and e-commerce site
• Create, improve, and evaluate social media, search engine, display, and email marketing campaigns
• Work with content creation team to hone marketing message and effectively reach our customer base
• Manage marketing budget efficiently and effectively while reaching aggressive growth targets

Minimum Qualifications:

• An interest in marketing
• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment
• An intuitive eye for design

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelors/masters program for marketing or business
• Previous marketing internship/work experience preferred
• Familiarity with social media and PPC advertising
• Design skills, Photoshop experience a plus
• Working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets a plus
• Precious metals industry domain knowledge a plus

To Apply:

Please submit resume to chris@cbmint by April 30. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so submitting early will greatly increase your chance of being interviewed.

Digital Marketing Internship

EM Search Consulting is a Chicago based digital marketing agency specializing in search engine optimization, pay per click advertising, display advertising, web development, social media development and much more. EM Search Consulting works with over 50 businesses that range from local to national companies. Each client has a unique program as prescribed by EM Search Consulting and our interns will get an opportunity to explore their strengths through many different capacities ranging from web design to social media to branding and more. Furthermore, each intern will get an opportunity to work in a growing organization that has more than tripled in size in the past year. Well preforming interns will have a great chance of being hired and get an opportunity to do work that directly impacts our clients.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The digital marketing internship is an unpaid position with the potential of becoming full time. He or she will be responsible for the following:

• Creating content for different clients’ social pages such as Facebook, Twitter and Google+
• Creating blog content for clients
• Email campaigns
• Submitting clients into online directories
• Generating client reports each month
• Analytics diagnostics
• Google Adwords/ Google Adsense
• Other tasks as needed

REQUIREMENTS

• College student or graduate with relevant major (Marketing, Communications, Journalism)
• Knowledgeable and active in all kinds of social media
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Interest in digital marketing
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to multitask
• Organized and creative

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in the position, please contact Olin Erickson Erickson@emsearchconsulting.com

Resource Development Leadership Giving – Summer Intern

United Way of Dane County is creating measurable results for health and human service issues in Dane County.  We are ending family homelessness, ensuring academic achievement among youth, helping seniors remain independent in homes of their choosing, and so much more. We seek a motivated, detail-oriented self-starter with an interest in non-profit fundraising who can fill an integral role in our Resource Development department. This is an unpaid position. We are located at 2059 Atwood Avenue on the near east side of Madison on the bus line.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on current and potential leadership donors by reviewing local and national news and business publications.
• Contact local businesses to get a sense of their charitable plans.
• Provide support for volunteer training sessions and leadership giving events as needed, including materials assembly.
• Update donor information in the organizational database.
• Develop content for electronic, departmental and donor communications.
• Assist in the production of large-scale mailing projects.
• Safeguard the confidentiality of donor information at all times.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Commitment:

This summer internship has a time commitment of approximately 8-16 hours per week during regular business hours, June-August. A specific schedule will be confirmed upon selection. Some flexibility in scheduling may be offered to selected candidate.

Qualifications:

• Interest in fundraising and the non-profit sector.
• Extensive computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft office software, searching on-line databases and the Internet. Must have experience with spreadsheets and databases.
• Detail-oriented and organized with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to professional ethics and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability to work individually and in a team environment and meet goals in a timely manner.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Experience in sales, marketing or a fundraising environment is helpful.

Benefits:

• Hands-on training and close collaboration with a leading non-profit in a positive work environment.
• Opportunity to learn business skills, make contacts in the community and acquire valuable professional experience.
• The chance to further develop your talents.
• A progressive management style that allows interns to take on a great deal of responsibility and provides a supportive, stimulating work experience.
• Inclusion in RD team meetings, campaign activities and everyday workplace fun.
• Reference letter will be provided upon request and successful completion of internship.

How to Apply:

Please submit a current resume and cover letter including an overview of qualifications to Haley Shilts, Director of Leadership Giving, at hshilts@uwdc.org

Organization: United Way of Dane County - http://www.unitedwaydanecounty.org

Summer Internship with JRM Advisers

JRM Advisers

The team at JRM Advisers knows Wisconsin. We’ve been involved in campaigns, media, government outreach and economic development efforts in all 72 Wisconsin counties with a history spanning nearly two decades. We have extensive experience working with business, developers, non-profits, state and local elected officials, and educational entities. From school referendums to grassroots campaigns, we’ve given a voice to important issues and developments around the state and throughout the country.

 Internship Location

758 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, WI
(Much of the work can be done offsite)

 Internship Summary

An internship with JRM Advisers will give you an entry-level view of public relations and government relations tactics and strategies. You’ll assist the JRM team on projects in public relations, public affairs, basic social media, and business development to clients that include bioenergy facilities, trade associations, research institutions, construction firms and developers, and alternative energy companies. This internship is unpaid.

 Public Relations Responsibilities

— Assist with writing and distributing approved press releases
— Update and maintain media distribution lists
— Assist with media relations, following-up with members of the media to track and ensure placement
— Assist with building press kits
— Assist with planning and executing events

Government Affairs Responsibilities

— Assist with research projects

General Office Responsibilities

— Handle office mailings and other daily operations
— Run errands as needed. Compensation for mileage applicable

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

— Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
— Be a dependable team player able to work independently in a fast-paced environment;
— Have strong writing and editing skills;
— Be able to manage several projects simultaneously and be highly organized;
— Hold interest in government, politics, public relations, communications, nonprofit management;
— Ability to adhere to deadlines;
— Additionally, skills in graphic and/or design are an asset, but not required.

Essential Requirements

— Microsoft Office Suite

Intern must be available to work 20 hours a week during regular office hours, Monday through Friday. Most work can be done offsite.

Application Process

Applicants should submit the required materials by April 18th.  Applicants need to submit a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample (1 to 2 pages in length) to guslopez@jrmadvisers.com

Have questions? Please contact Gus Lopez:
(920) 254-0657  or  Email guslopez@jrmadvisers.com

Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center Semester Internship

General Responsibilities:

Assist with tasks in Community Relations Department at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center.  This department houses community events (approximately 100 per year), tours/educational outreach programs, and all public relations and social media activities for the facility.

Public Relations/Social Media:

·       Take and upload pictures and video to social media sites

·       Suggest posts on Facebook and Twitter, and post to Pinterest, Instagram, Google+, You Tube and LinkedIn

·       Create content and post to Monona Terrace blog (Wordpress) 

·       Update social media calendar and schedule posts in Hootsuite

·       Writing and distribution of press releases

·       Media list updates

·       Cataloguing of print media and photographs

·       Assistance with the design of digital newsletters and flyers using Patron Mail

·       Data entry for calendar listings

·       Assist with writing of editorial articles and articles for the Monona Terrace blog

·       Attend media interviews if desired

Community Events:

·       Planning, logistical preparation, and attendance at community events, as well as post event follow up.

·       Design of brochures, ads and flyers using Photoshop, Publisher or other design software

·       Mailing list updates/Data entry – USI, Microsoft Access and Patron Mail software

·       Survey distribution and compilation

·       Assist with mailings

·       Poster/Flyer and sign distribution

Tourism:

·       Assist with the implementation of youth events on and off site

·       Gather and report attendance data

·       Support marketing efforts to increase visitor attendance at the facility

·       Grant and corporate sponsorship research and proposals

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Basic knowledge of event planning and ability to work effectively with clients, fellow employees, sponsors, entertainers and the general public in a courteous and professional manner.  The ability to perform duties effectively and efficiently, and be reliable with regard to office hours and attendance.  Attention to detail is also necessary.  Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both orally and in written word, and work independently, yet in a team environment. Ability to lift 25-50 lbs. occasionally, stand or walk for long periods of time and maintain adequate attendance. 

Unpaid - Fall 2014/Spring 2015

Full time (38.75 hours per week) is preferred, but we may hire two part time interns depending on response.  Send resume and cover letter to Fran Puleo at fpuleo@mononaterrace.com by April 21, 2014 Questions, call 608.261.4011.

Public Relations / Social Media Intern

Description:

Galin Education, a Madison-based boutique tutoring and college counseling firm, is looking for interns for the spring, summer, and fall, 2014.

We are currently seeking up to three interns to help with a variety of marketing and office management duties. While we hope to find an intern who can do many of the jobs described below, we may hire a few interns to do specific duties. All interns are responsible for the office management responsibilities below.

Job Description(s)

Social Media

• Manage Facebook and LinkedIn presence by finding and posting links to relevant articles;
• Develop strategies for enhancing social media presence on these platforms;
• Coordinate the weekly e-newsletter;
• Manage Wordpress website/blog.

Marketing / Communications

• Coordinate information sessions, community events,  and other activities for the our company to meet parents and students to talk about our work;
• Find opportunities for us to sponsor and/or have a presence at an event where the audience is in our clients' demographics;
• Develop and execute marketing plans to reach UW students for resume review, cover letter editing, and other job or graduate school application support;
• Write blog posts and other articles on the topics of college admissions, standardized tests, and high school.

Graphic Design

• Create collateral using our brand guidelines for coupons, certificates, web postings, etc.
• Coordinate graphic design needs with printing companies.

Event Management

• Coordinate regular practice tests by securing a location, advertising the event, and proctoring/scoring the tests;
• Manage materials for events and practice tests;
• Communicate with families regarding logistics of events and outcomes.

Office Operations

• Assist in coordinating mailings or other direct marketing campaigns;
• Edit / format / print / organize student and tutor materials;
• Build student binders;
• Send out individual letters (referral cards, thank you notes, etc);
• Answer phone and email inquiries.

Required and Preferred Skills

• Extreme attention to details;
• Exceptional writing skills;
• Exceptional communication skills;
• Previous experience managing social media accounts for organizations or businesses;
• Experience using Wordpress and Constant Contact;
• Graphic design experience, including use of Adobe InDesign and/or Photoshop (or similar software);
• Ability to work weekends, if needed;
• Desire to work 10+ hours per week;
• Access to a car.

Qualified applications should email a cover letter and resume to jobs@galined.com with the subject INTERN. We will only contact applicants who move onto an interview. Please, no calls or extra emails.

Contact Information

Name: Galin Education

Email Address: jobs@galined.com

Address: 6702 Stonefield Road Ste 101 Middleton, Wisconsin 53562
Primary Phone: 6088411053

Website: www.galined.com

Social Media Intern

Description:

Start Date: April 28, 2014

Weekly Hours: 10 - 20 hours

Hours: Flexible between 8:00 - 5:30 pm

Days: Flexible between  Monday - Friday

The Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) department at the Wisconsin School of Business (WSB)  is seeking a Social Media Intern to assist with social media posts, content planning, metrics tracking and account management of WSB Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and other accounts.  Additional responsibilities include writing news stories for the WSB web site as needed.

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable of social media, has exceptional writing and editing skills, able to work with minimal supervision, has a great attention to detail and exercises good judgment on posts. 

Candidate must be a current UW student. The candidate should be able to work 10-15 hours a week during the school year, and up to 20 hours/week during the summer.  Must have 2014 summer availability.

Please send cover letter, resume and two writing samples.

Contact Information

Name: Alyson Kim

Email Address: akim@bus.wisc.edu

Address: 5151 Grainger Hall 975 University Ave Madison, Wisconsin 53706
Primary Phone: 608-262-9213

Website: http://bus.wisc.edu/about-us/integrated-marketing-communicat

Marketing Copywriting Intern

Description:

Start Date: April 28, 2014

Weekly Hours: 10 - 20 hours

Hours: Flexible between 8:00 - 5:30 pm

Days: Flexible between  Monday - Friday

The Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) department at the Wisconsin School of Business (WSB)  is seeking a Marketing Copywriting Intern to assist with copywriting for marketing collateral, such as ads, brochures, flyers, programs and email communications.  Additional responsibilities include writing news stories for the WSB web site as needed.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to convey concepts into accessible information for target audiences, and the ability to write persuasive and compelling copy appropriate for the vehicle. Candidates must be strong in grammar, punctuation and be fluent in AP style for news writing. Additionally, candidates should be able to work with minimal supervision, have a great attention to detail and conduct themselves in a professional manner.

Candidate must be a current UW student. The candidate should be able to work 10-15 hours a week during the school year, and up to 20 hours/week during the summer.  Must have 2014 summer availability.

Please send cover letter, resume and two writing samples.

Contact Information

Name: Alyson Kim

Email Address: akim@bus.wisc.edu

Address: 5151 Grainger Hall 975 University Ave Madison, Wisconsin 53706

Primary Phone: 608-262-9213

Marketing Assistant

Description:

The Wisconsin Small Business Development Center, part of the UW-Extension Division of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development, is seeking a Marketing Assistant to support the communications manager with social media and copywriting for marketing collateral, such as brochures, flyers, websites, social media and email communications.  Additional responsibilities may include writing news stories and editing blog posts for the Wisconsin SBDC website.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional writing and editing skills the ability to write persuasive and compelling copy appropriate for the context and appropriate to the target market. Candidates must be strong in grammar and punctuation and be fluent in AP style for news writing. Additionally, candidates should be able to work with minimal supervision, have great attention to detail and demonstrate professionalism within a business culture.

The candidate should be available to work 10-12 hours a week.  There is the potential for more hours during the summer. Must have 2014 summer availability. This is a year-round position.

Start Date: April 21, 2014 or sooner

Weekly Hours: 10 - 12 hours

Hours: Flexible between 7:30am - 3:30 pm

Days: Flexible between Monday – Friday

To Apply:  Please submit your cover letter and resume via email to Kaia Fowler, contact information below.

kristina.fowler@uwex.edu

608-263-7805

Website: www.wisconsinsbdc.orgTT

Social Media Intern

Description:

The Social Media Intern plays an important role in the Morgridge Center for Public Service of facilitating our social media accounts.  The intern will work to market our services to three audiences:  students, faculty/staff, and community agencies.

The Social Media Intern will work closely with the Communications Specialist and Marketing Intern to maintain a consistent brand identity. The successful candidate will develop and implement strategies to reach different audiences and learn about UW-Madison and local nonprofits. Qualifications include strong writing skills, creative and critical thinking, sense of humor, and experience working with social media. This is an academic year position. Interns receive $10/hr and work 8-10 hours per week on a self-made schedule.

To view application instructions and a full position description, visit: http://www.morgridge.wisc.edu/aboutus/employment.html

Contact Information

Name: Megan Miller
Email Address: mmiller5@wisc.edu
Address: 716 Langdon Street Red Gym, Room 154 Madison, Wisconsin 53706
Primary Phone: 6082632432
Secondary Phone: 6082628446

Website: http://morgridge.wisc.edu

Badger Volunteers External Relations Intern

Description:

The BV External Relations Intern will collaborate with all relevant Morgridge Center Interns (Social Media, Marketing, 

Campus Outreach, Community Outreach etc.) while being responsible for all BV-specific program promotion. This is an academic year position. Interns receive $10/hr and work 8-10 hours per week on a self-made schedule. 

For more information and instructions on how to apply, visit: 

http://www.morgridge.wisc.edu/aboutus/employment.html

Contact Information

Name: Megan Miller

Email Address: mmiller5@wisc.edu

Address: 716 Langdon Street Red Gym, Room 154 Madison, Wisconsin 53706

Primary Phone: 6082632432

Secondary Phone: 6082628446

Website: http://morgridge.wisc.edu

Marketing & Copywriting Assistant

The Wisconsin Small Business Development Center, part of the UW-Extension Division of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development, is seeking a Marketing & Copywriting Assistant to support the communications manager with social media and copywriting for marketing collateral, such as brochures, flyers, websites and email communications.  Additional responsibilities may include writing news stories and editing blog posts for the Wisconsin SBDC website.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional writing and editing skills the ability to write persuasive and compelling copy appropriate for the context and appropriate to the target market. Candidates must be strong in grammar and punctuation and be fluent in AP style for news writing. Additionally, candidates should be able to work with minimal supervision, have great attention to detail and demonstrate professionalism within a business culture.

The candidate should be available to work 10-12 hours a week. There is the potential for more hours during the summer. Must have 2014 summer availability. This is a year-round position.

Start Date: April 28 – flexible if giving notice

End date: This is a permanent part-time student position

Job Type: Part-time, will discuss internship possibility

Pay: $10.00-$12.00/hr

Weekly Hours: 10 – 12 hours

Hours: Flexible between 7:30am – 3:30 pm

Days: Flexible between Monday – Friday

Apply by submitting cover letter and resume to: Kaia Fowler, Communications Manager, Wisconsin SBDC

Email Address: kristina.fowler@uwex.edu

Address: 432 N Lake St Rm 423 Madison, Wisconsin 53706

Phone: 608-263-7805

Website: www.wisconsinsbdc.org

Social Media Intern

Wisconsin Historical Museum: Marketing Social Media Job Description

We are seeking a Social Media intern. The job requires 10-12 hours weekly.

We are looking for an intern to assist primarily with our social media marketing efforts. You may occasionally be asked to assist with other marketing duties. You will learn the ins and outs of social media marketing and will be a productive part of our overall marketing efforts.

Interns are expected to have experience with social media on (at least) a personal level (use on a business, non-profit or organizational level preferred). You must be able to think strategically and work within our marketing calendar, strategy and brand, not just “promoting” to our customers, but engaging with our visitors and building long-lasting relationships by providing value to them. You must be able to measure and document the impact of social media, and then suggest action-steps to increase impact.

This internship is unpaid.

Assistant will perform the following tasks:

• Write, design, schedule posts and post to our social channels: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterst, YouTube.
• Upload videos, photo albums, etc.
• Reply to comments, messages, etc.
• Communicate using tone and style consistent with WHM branding
• Find users to follow/friend/like us
• Track and report the growth and the impact of social media on attendance
• Maintain and update our social media engagement plans and lists.
• Assist on other marketing tasks when needed

Desired skills and attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong editing skills
• Be creative with an eye for design.
• Ability to work within marketing schedules and plans.
• Knowledge of digital media software and tools – Photoshop and Hootsuite preferred
• Minor video editing skills are a plus.
• Ability to explore and recommend web channels for future development: Knowledge of LinkedIn, blogs, Trip advisor, Yelp etc.helpful
• Thoughtfulness, with a desire to come up with fresh ideas on how to increase our online presence.
• Ability to identify with our target markets and “speak” to that audience.
• Ability to work independently and under supervision.
• Love for history.
• Flexibility and sense of humor appreciated.

Please send resume and cover letter to: Ellen.Pincus@WisconsinHistory.org by Friday, April 25th.

About the Wisconsin Historical Museum

The Wisconsin Historical Museum is located at 30 N. Carroll St. on Madison’s Capitol Square and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Museum features four floors of exhibition space, programs and events for all ages, and a unique museum store.

www.WisconsinHistoricalMusuem.org

Monona Terrace Fall 2014/Spring 2015 Community Programs & Social Media Intern

DESCRIPTION

Monona Terrace Internship - Unpaid
Community Relations Department
20 Hours per week minimum
Fall 2014/Spring 2015

Interviews will take place in April 29 and May 1

General Responsibilities:
Assist with tasks in Community Relations Department at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. This department houses community events (approximately 70 per year), tours/educational outreach programs, and all public relations and social media activities for the facility.

Public Relations/Social Media:
•Take and upload pictures and video to social media sites
•Suggest posts on Facebook and Twitter, and post to Pinterest, Instagram, Google+, You Tube and LinkedIn
•Create content and post to Monona Terrace blog (Wordpress)
•Update social media calendar and schedule posts in Hootsuite
•Writing and distribution of press releases
•Media list updates
•Cataloguing of print media and photographs
•Assistance with the design of digital newsletters and flyers using Patron Mail
•Data entry for calendar listings
•Assist with writing of editorial articles and articles for the Monona Terrace blog
•Attend media interviews if desired

Community Events:
•Planning, logistical preparation, and attendance at community events, as well as post event follow up.
•Design of brochures, ads and flyers using Photoshop, Publisher or other design software
•Mailing list updates/Data entry – USI, Microsoft Access and Patron Mail software
•Survey distribution and compilation
•Assist with mailings
•Poster/Flyer and sign distribution

Tourism:
•Assist with the implementation of youth events on and off site
•Gather and report attendance data
•Support marketing efforts to increase visitor attendance at the facility
•Grant and corporate sponsorship research and proposals

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Working knowledge of most common social media applications, including Wordpress, and experience with ipods or ipads a plus. Experience working in Windows and Microsoft environments. Basic knowledge of event planning and ability to work effectively with clients, fellow employees, sponsors, entertainers and the general public in a courteous and professional manner. The ability to perform duties effectively and efficiently, and be reliable with regard to office hours and attendance. Attention to detail is also necessary. Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both orally and in written word, and work independently, yet in a team environment. Ability to lift 25-50 lbs. occasionally, stand or walk for long periods of time and maintain adequate attendance.

Approximately 20 hours/week.
Send resume and cover letter to Fran Puleo at fpuleo@mononaterrace.com

Summer/Fall Internship Make-A-Wish Foundation

DESCRIPTION

Make-A-Wish Wisconsin
Madison Regional Office Internship • Summer/Fall 2014

POSITION SUMMARY: Supports the Regional Director and Coordinator with planning, promoting and executing a variety of fundraising events. Assists with volunteer coordination and wish planning activities. Performs general office duties.

PRIMARY GOALS:
• Develops a broad understanding of nonprofit operations.
• Gains real-life experience in special event administration, development and communications.
• Creates a lasting connection between the Make-A-Wish® mission and future experiences.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supports Kids for Wish Kids® program and assists with external fundraising events.
• Fosters volunteerism and fundraising by UW-Madison student groups.
• Performs a variety of general office tasks and assists with the wish coordination process.
• Represents Make-A-Wish® Wisconsin at events, promotions and speaking engagements as appropriate.
• Conducts internet research and other inquiries to help identify new fundraising opportunities.
• Gains familiarity with Raiser's Edge donor database; performs occasional data entry and search functions.
• Assists with writing, editing and distributing press releases, website postings and newsletter articles.
• Contacts wish families about various wish enhancements and speaking opportunities.
• Schedules volunteers for events, promotions and presentations.
• Aids in the recognition and stewardship of sponsors and donors.
• Assists with planning of Walk & Run for Wishes held September 14, 2014:
• Solicits and secures in-kind donations; requests/compares bids and schedules vendors.
• Creates and administers various aspects of communication strategy.
• Contacts and schedules volunteers for various duties.
•Promotes growth in team participation and encourages team fundraising initiatives.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Sophomore standing or higher; currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing a degree in Marketing, Nonprofit Management/Leadership, Public Relations, Communications or related field with a minimum GPA of 3.00/4.00.
2. Organized, detailed-oriented, capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
4. Outgoing and able to build rapport with diverse populations.
5. Previous experience with special events and history of volunteerism preferred.
6. Solid experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
7. Access to an automobile essential.
8. Familiarity with the greater Madison area beneficial.

TIME REQUIREMENTS:
1. Student must be able to work a consistent schedule during normal office hours (9:00am to 5:30pm). A minimum of 10-15 hours per week for a duration of 10 weeks (or more) is required. Student and Regional Director will work together to determine hours.
2. The number of hours per week will vary due to event requirements and the amount of responsibility assumed.
3. The duration of the internship is negotiable. Ideal candidates will be available May 27 to September 26; extension through late December is desirable.
4. Attendance at evening and weekend meetings and events may be necessary.

COMPENSATION:
1. This is a volunteer position. To enable the receipt of college credits, Make-A-Wish Wisconsin will work with you to meet your school’s requirements.
2. A stipend will be paid upon the satisfactory completion of the internship and will be based on the number of hours completed. A minimum of 100 hours is required to earn a $500 stipend.
3. All work-related expenses incurred will be reimbursed.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, three references and dates of availability via mail, fax or email to:

Make-A-Wish Wisconsin
Attn: Nicole Williams/Intern Search
One South Pinckney Street, Suite LL40
Madison, WI 53703
Fax: 608.252.4320 • Email: nwilliams@wisconsin.wish.org

Submission deadline is April 6, 2014. No phone calls please. In-person interviews will take place at the Madison Regional Office the weeks of April 7 & April 14, and a final decision will be made by April 23. The chosen candidate will undergo a background check, complete a volunteer application and sign a conflict of interest and ethics statement.