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The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases.
Purpose:
The purpose of the internship program at the Arthritis Foundation North Central Chapter is to provide students the opportunity to apply their academic education and skill in a profession work environment. Additionally, internship students help expand the chapter resources by contributing to program development and implementation at all levels of non-profit operations. This internship will also offer students real world experience in the area of nonprofit organizations.
Scope:
There are several intern positions within the Chapter and cover such topics as health promotions, special events, public relations/marketing, and graphic design. Depending upon the needs of the Chapter at any given time, one or all of the positions may need to be filled. There is a year-round need for interns. While there are unique intern positions already formed, a customized internship may be arranged depending upon the student’s academic and professional goals. Students who are at the Junior or Senior year of college are most appropriate for our program. In some instances, a graduate student may be an appropriate candidate for an internship. The internships do not provide a stipend but mileage reimbursement is provided for travel pertaining to Chapter business.
What are the supervision arrangements for interns?
Interns receive two levels of supervision. First, there is an Internship Supervisor who coordinates the training and overall activities involved in proper placement of the internship candidate. Once these arrangements are finalized, the intern will work within a Chapter department and receive daily supervision and assignments from the staff in that department. On a weekly basis the intern will meet with the Internship Supervisor to monitor progress towards goals and objectives, and overall satisfaction with his/her experience.
The Internship Supervisor also serves as the liaison between the University or College, the Chapter, the student, and the department head. If there is paperwork to be completed, such as evaluations or periodic reports, these materials should be forwarded to the Internship Supervisor.
How does a student apply for an internship position?
An application must be completed and sent to the Chapter. All supporting documents must be enclosed with the application. Qualified candidates will be asked to interview with the Internship Supervisors. This will provide the student with a “real-world” interview experience. Candidates who are selected for this program will be notified by telephone and in writing. Candidates who are not selected for a position will be sent a letter stating this.
Contact: Amanda Greene Guentzel
651-644-4108 ext:102
E-mail: aguentzel@arthritis.org
Special Events Internship
Health Promotion: Community Wellness Intern
State Fair Intern
Public Relations Internship
Responsibilities
Assist the development, management, implementation and evaluation of Chapter’s special events. Including team recruitment, sponsorship, inkind donations as well as marketing and promoting the programs, services and events of the Arthritis Foundation.
Assist in Coordinating Special Events
- Assist Chapter staff in organizing and planning fundraising events, including the Juvenile Arthritis March, the Arthritis Walk, etc. Intern assignments are based upon the time of year that the internship is scheduled.
- Solicit monetary or inkind sponsorship for special events under the guidance of the Development Director or Events Coordinators assigned to specific event.
- Solicit items for silent auctions if needed.
- Attend event and supervise areas assigned.
Assist in Facilitation of Post-Event Contact with Event Sponsors and Participants
- Develop, distribute, collect and summarize event evaluations.
- Document donations and maintain correspondence with sponsors.
- Coordinate the distribution of follow-up mailings to sponsors and others as needed.
Miscellaneous Tasks
- Make team recruitment and participant calls.
- Help with administrative work as needed.
- Coordinate the distribution of follow-up mailings to sponsors and others as needed.
Supervisor
Events Coordinator and Development Director
Skills Required
- Strong writing and public relations/marketing skills
- Intermediate computer skills: MS Office, Excel, Publisher or PageMaker, Internet
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with individual groups
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and function as part of a team
- Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills; detail oriented
- Flexible and able to maintain a sense of humor
- Enrolled in Junior or Senior in a program of study in public relations, marketing or a closely related field
Location
Arthritis Foundation North Central Chapter
1876 Minnehaha Ave. W.
St. Paul, MN 55104
Free parking on site.
Time Commitment
The Chapter office is open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Intern schedule to be determined on an individual basis. Periodic Saturdays may be required. Numbers of hours per week determined by academic requirements and through agreement of intern and supervisor. Minimum eight hours/week for at least a four week period.
Compensation
This is an unpaid internship. We will collaborate with procedures for receiving academic credit for the internship period. We will also consider arrangements for college work-study programs. We will supervise intern or work-study student with the implementation of a special project.
Position Scope
Coordinate, manage, and attend corporate & community sites promoting arthritis information including health fairs, Educational Seminars and Joint Efforts.
Primary Responsibilities
· Assist Arthritis Foundation staff in promoting & marketing the Life Improvement Series: Arthritis Foundation Aquatic, Exercise and Self-Help Programs.
· Coordinate all aspects of setting up an informal arthritis booth at corporate & community sites – including attending event, coordinating awareness material (flyers, brochures & handouts), marketing Arthritis Foundation, collecting & reporting data.
· Community speaking – become trained as a member of our Speaker’s Bureau and attend speaking engagements in the community to educate people about arthritis and the Arthritis Foundation.
Secondary Responsibilities
· Assist chapter staff in creating and maintaining relationships within the medical community.
· Other duties as assigned.
Skills Required
· Strong interpersonal communication skills with individuals and groups.
· Strong public relations, organizational and time management skills.
· Ability to work independently and function as part of a team.
· Intermediate computer skills: MS Office Suite, Word, Excel, Publisher.
· Flexible and able to maintain a sense of humor
· Enrolled in Junior or Senior year in a program of study in Health Education, Public Health, Communication, or a closely related field.
· Must be comfortable with public speaking.
· Must possess reliable transportation.
Time Commitment
The Chapter office is open Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Intern schedule to be determined on an individual basis. Evenings may be required for this program. Number of hours per week determined by academic requirements and through agreement between intern and supervisor. Minimum eight hours/week for at least a four week period.
Location
Arthritis Foundation North Central Chapter
1876 Minnehaha Ave. W.
St. Paul, MN 55104
Compensation
This is an unpaid internship. We will collaborate with procedures for receiving academic credit for the internship period.
All mileage incurred related to the internship program will be reimbursed.
Position Scope
Coordinate & Manage Arthritis Foundation Educational Booth at State Fair.
Primary Responsibilities
- Recruit & schedule volunteers to staff the booth.
- Coordinate awareness materials (flyers, brochures, & handouts).
- Develop training materials and provide orientation to the volunteers.
- Manage volunteers and handle problems accordingly.
- Maintain a positive working relationship with the State Fair management.
- Coordinate follow up and volunteer evaluations.
- Spearhead set-up and maintenance of booth.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Assist Communications Coordinator with scheduling, marketing and recording keeping for education programs.
- Assist in answering telephone inquiries for information or referral by providing accurate information about arthritis and related diseases as requested.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills Required
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with individuals and groups.
- Strong public relations, organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and function as part of a team.
- Intermediate computer skills: MS Office Suite, Word, Excel, Publisher.
- Enrolled in Junior or Senior year in a program of study in Health Education, Public Health, Communication, or a closely related field.
- Must be available beginning June 1 and during the days of the fair.
- Must possess reliable transportation.
Time Commitment
The Chapter office is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. State Fair Coordinator Intern schedule to be determined on an individual basis. Evenings may be required for this program. Number of hours per week determined by academic requirements and through agreement between intern and supervisor. Minimum eight hours/week for at least ten weeks.
Location
Arthritis Foundation North Central Chapter
1876 Minnehaha Ave. W.
St. Paul, MN 55104
Compensation
This is an unpaid internship. We will collaborate with procedures for receiving academic credit for the internship period. We will supervise intern with the implementation of the project. All mileage incurred related to the internship will be reimbursed.
Responsibilities
Assist the development, management, implementation and evaluation of Chapter’s overall communication plan. Including publications, public and media relations as well as marketing and promoting the programs, services and events of the Arthritis Foundation.
- Assist with identification of public relation/marketing partners; begin building relationships.
- Assist with coordination of communications and marketing for special events, programs and services.
- Assist in the development of PSA’s, new releases, invitations, programs, catalogs, posters, flyers and event specific newsletters.
- Assist with establishment and cultivation of working relationships with tri-state media personnel, including sponsorship for events and programs.
- Track all media exposure and provide timely and accurate reports as requested.
- Work with chapter team members to assure consistent message and image is being portrayed on all printed collateral.
Miscellaneous Tasks
- Writes articles and/or take photographs for targeted newsletters.
- Assist with development and production of chapter and annual report.
- Assist with development of a local angle regarding news releases received from the National PR department, Chapter office and staff.
- Assists with arrangement of speaker/spokesperson for media opportunities, events and programs as needed.
- Gather stories of members to be used in press releases and newsletters.
Special Assignments (determined when the intern is placed)
- Assist with awareness campaigns.
- Assist Chapter staff with overall management of Chapter quarterly newsletter (including production, theme and article development and editing).
- Assist with development and update of the Chapter Web site and video pieces in a timely manner.
Supervisor
Communications Coordinator
Skills Required
- Strong writing and public relations/marketing skills
- Intermediate computer skills: MS Office, Excel, Publisher or PageMaker, Internet
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with individual groups
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and function as part of a team
- Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills; detail oriented
- Flexible and able to maintain a sense of humor
- Enrolled in Junior or Senior in a program of study in public relations, marketing, journalism, or a closely related field
Location
Arthritis Foundation North Central Chapter
1876 Minnehaha Ave. W.
St. Paul, MN 55104
Free parking on site.
Time Commitment
The Chapter office is open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Intern schedule to be determined on an individual basis. Periodic Saturdays may be required. Numbers of hours per week determined by academic requirements and through agreement of intern and supervisor. Minimum eight hours/week for at least a four week period.
Compensation
This is an unpaid internship. We will collaborate with procedures for receiving academic credit for the internship period. We will also consider arrangements for college work-study programs. We will supervise intern or work-study student with the implementation of a special project.
