Development & Special Events Intern - Jacksonville

Duties and Responsibilities

• Aiding with all aspects of special events and third-party events
• Data entry using Salesforce, Bidpal, and TeamRaiser
• Soliciting auction items
• Aiding with the logistics for all events
• Editing and updating marketing collateral for all events
• Maintaining event websites
• Researching potential donors
• Cultivating current donor relationships
• Prospecting and cold calling local organizations
• Marketing events through social media
• Donor recognition
• Maintaining files
• Updating calendar of events

Desired Qualifications

• Strong communication, organization, and writing skills
• A high energy level, professional appearance, and a "go-getter" attitude
• The ability to speak on the phone, make cold calls to local organizations, and maintain a personable and friendly demeanor
• An attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• A self-starter with drive and motivation, capable of working independently with little supervision
• Experience in sales and banquet-style events a plus

Location of Opportunity

This is an internal internship position. The location is at the Jacksonville Office: 10151 Deerwood Park Blvd Building 300, Suite 120, Jacksonville, Florida 32256.

Intern Commitment

Part-time internship (2 days in the office), Unpaid position. A $400 gift card is offered.

Join Our Team of Inspired People

Transforming Lives. We are an inclusive and diverse group of people who, through a mosaic of backgrounds, thoughts, and experiences, are united in purposeful work. We are fueled and guided by our values - values that are represented in the inspired people we work with and the transformational work we do every day.