What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Responsibility Communications Intern position at Desert Financial Credit Union?
The Social Responsibility Communications Intern is a dynamic team member who supports high-impact statewide community programs led by the Social Responsibility and Foundation Team, with a focus on marketing and communications. This role should expect to learn the field of Corporate Social Responsibility and Community Impact through the support of departmental project work related to our community focused events, fundraisers, marketing and communications, and impact programs including volunteer and community events, Random Acts of Kindness, Teacher Appreciation, scholarship programs, and financial wellness education. This role will work in a fast-paced environment and will finish the internship experience having gained broad experience in various aspects of Corporate Social Responsibility while making an impact within the organization.
What you will do here:
Assist in the planning, coordination and implementation of marketing and communication efforts of the Social Responsibility Team.
Support with planning and execution of fundraisers and special events such as donor recognition events, fundraisers, and award ceremonies.
Provide general administrative support to the Social Responsibility team including, but not limited to, materials assembly, note taking, email, phone calls, supply replenishment and organization, and other functions.
Participate in ongoing workforce and professional self-development including, but not limited to: observation/shadowing of various programs and initiatives, virtual and live trainings, attending meetings, coaching/mentoring, and other functions.
Assist with various research projects to further initiatives on the Social Responsibility Team.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
What you will need:
High School Diploma or GED required.
Currently earning an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college. Preferred programs of study include nonprofit management, public administration, business, marketing, sustainability, or other similar degree offerings required.
2 years of experience with standard office software and devices such as MS Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Printers/Scanners, etc. required.
1 years of experience where event planning, project management, nonprofit management, business, or corporate social responsibility experience were gained or other educational opportunities where similar skills may have been developed preferred.
1 years of experience with organizing/leading community-focused projects, including volunteer event coordination and recruitment preferred.
Ideal candidates should have experience and be comfortable drafting mass communications and accompanying flyer's in support of recruitment efforts for engagement in Social Responsibility initiatives preferred.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
For additional information about our organization, careers, and benefits visit: http://www.desertfinancial.com/careers.