May through December 2009

BASIC FUNCTION:  The Special Events and Public Relations Intern will work closely with the Special Events and Public Relations Coordinator as well as serve as a member on one of the Festival committees.  The goal of the internship is a real-world experience serving within a special event.

LEARNING GOALS:

Interns should expect to learn how to:  

• manage a sizeable event

• contribute as part of a committee within a sizeable event

• network within the community

• organize, train and manage volunteers and work with current and potential sponsors

• assist in updating and managing legacy documents to be used to duplicate the event in the future

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attend monthly and/or regular meetings as part of the committee.

• Take notes at meetings, create records for legacy document

• Serve as a liaison between committee and The Baby Fold staff.

• Duties as required by committee chair. 

• On-site work at The Baby Fold which may include computer entry, document creation, printing/copying, and other tasks as necessary.

• Regular reports to Events Coordinator on progress and project deadlines.

• Serving on-site at the Festival, November 18-22, 2009, or as necessary; to include set-up of Event and tear-down of Event

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Event Planning, or related field.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to multi-task, organize efficiently, establish priorities, and attend to details.

• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member with other agency staff and members of the community.

• Must pass drug screen and necessary background checks.

• Reliable transportation within Bloomington-Normal community required.  Valid driver's license preferred.

• Demonstrated competence in serving a culturally diverse population.  Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse workforce.

• Mission-oriented and willing to apply The Baby Fold’s standards and beliefs to the performance of job duties.

INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT:  15-20 hours per week (flexible) during the summer and fall semesters

LOCATION:  108 E. Willow St., Normal, IL 61761

To apply, print out an application and send to:

Human Resources

The Baby Fold

108 E. Willow St.

Normal, IL 61761

Fax: (309) 452-0115

Applications are also available at this address. 

The Baby Fold is an Equal Opportunity Employer.