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Loaned Executive Internship

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Seattle, WA, USA
Internship

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to intern for a great non-profit organization doing important work in our community, apply for our paid Loaned Executive Internship at United Way of King County (UWKC). Each year, UWKC hires Loaned Executive Interns, enrolled in a graduate program, to work as a fundraiser and community representative for United Way’s annual campaign.

This internship provides an opportunity to grow personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to develop and hone skills in sales, customer service, project management, public speaking, and team building. As an intern, you will gain a unique perspective about community relations and development as you interface with businesses, government agencies, and other nonprofits. You will also gain valuable community knowledge and contacts, be a part of a positive team environment, and help raise funds to support your community.

Educational Background: 
The successful candidate must currently be enrolled in a graduate study program; having fundraising, sales, or marketing experience is preferred but not required.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Team player
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Public speaking and presentation skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
  • Enthusiastic and creative energy

Daily use of an insured vehicle is required, as a big part of this work will be conducted offsite.

Compensation/Benefits: 
  • Duration of position: This is a 14-week commitment from September 9 to December 13, 2019
  • Hours: Part-time/20 hours per week
  • Schedule: Must be able to work a flexible schedule as companies often have campaign events outside of typical business hours
  • You will have Thanksgiving Day and the day after off (November 28 & 29). Requests for time off will rarely be authorized during the 14-week period. However, we will work around your academic needs.  
  • Salary: $4200 total stipend (paid incrementally, bi-monthly)

Here are some reasons you should consider an internship with United Way of King County:

  • Chance to work with smart, passionate and enthusiastic team members
  • Exciting and challenging work
  • Opportunity to play an active role in creating awareness and raising funds for programs that help families be more financially stable, end homelessness, and help kids of all ages succeed. Learn about the Seattle non-profit landscape.
  • Network with community leaders and come out of the program with new connections, which may help facilitate a stronger career path.

Organization Info

United Way Worldwide

Overview
Headquarters: 
Alexandria, VA, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1934
About Us
Mission: 

United Way improves lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good.

United Way fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community. We win by living United. By forging unlikely partnerships. By finding new solutions to old problems. By mobilizing the best resources. And by inspiring individuals to join the fight against their community's most daunting social crises.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Jun 25 2019
Active Until: 
Jul 25 2019
Hiring Organization: 
United Way Worldwide
industry: 
Nonprofit