Community Engagement Intern (2 openings)
Supervisor: Executive Director
Objective: Assist the Executive Director in daily activities and communication with the Chicago Cultural Alliance community, the general public, and the media.
Responsibilities: The Community Engagement Intern will deal directly with Chicago Cultural Alliance members and partners by handling member requests, registration for and publication of events & workshops, assisting with meeting development, and invoicing. In addition to these internal community responsibilities, the Community Engagement Intern will lead the effort to build an online presence for the Chicago Cultural Alliance through Web 2.0 technologies. The intern may also assist in the development of a media contact database.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have excellent writing and communication skills and the ability to multitask. He or she should be creative, personable, feel comfortable working with a diverse group of people and have excellent computer skills. We prefer applicants with solid knowledge of social networking sites and a social science or public relations background.
Dates of Project: Spring Semester 2009; start and end dates of internship are flexible.
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours per week for a period of at least 16 weeks
Application Deadline: We are currently accepting applications for this position.
How to Apply
A completed application consists of the following:
• One page personal statement describing your reasons for seeking an internship with the Chicago Cultural Alliance and what you hope to gain from the experience
• A resume outlining your educational, professional, and volunteer experiences
• Two references from current or former professors or employers
Applications can be emailed to info@chicagoculturalalliance.org with Community Engagement Intern noted in the subject line.
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