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Events Internship

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Outreach & Communications Internship

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Research & Analysis Internship

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Events Internship Description

Job Summary

The Events Intern should be energetic, organized and possess the ability to multi-task, be a self-starter, and a problem-solver. Intern will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the planning and coordination of AzCA/AA's events; Theatre Night (exact date tbd Nov/Dec 2011), Legislative Night at ATC (Spring 2012), Arts Congress (Feb 8, 2012) & The Governor's Arts Awards (Spring 2012). The intern should be able to interact professionally with varying groups of people including staff, volunteers, contributors, elected officials, board members and vendors.

Essential Functions

1. Work alongside staff, committees and/or key volunteers to help move event tasks forward
   1. Will be expected to attend a few planning committee meetings.
   2. Assist in researching vendors for quality and pricing.
   3. Assist with record keeping details and general office needs related to the events. Use Word and Excel to manage lists and create merges. Make follow-up phone calls as needed.
   4. Help to establish logistics for the events
   5. Assist with online promotion including Facebook, Twitter and calendar submissions
   6. Assists in procuring and organizing materials and supplies needed for the event Assist in identifying volunteer needs for each event and recruiting volunteers
   7. Day of event(s): assist with set-up, train volunteers, registration, raffle/auction, tear-down, and jump in where needed. Transporting supplies to and from events.
   8. Post event – attend briefing meeting, returning borrowed items, event follow-up.

   Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

2. Excellent verbal and written communication.
3. Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet research
4. Must be detail oriented
5. Educational background in Communication, Non-Profit Management, Tourism Management
6. Interest in Event management, Event Administration or Arts Administration

Physical Requirements

While primarily office based, this position may require sitting for extended periods of time, lifting up to 20 pounds, and in cases of special events, the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Some bending and stretching may be required.

Application Process

Please submit the following by email to info@azcitizensforthearts.org

7. A one page letter of inquiry, speaking to coursework, experience or special interests related to the posted position, and what you hope to gain from this internship.
8. Resume
9. List of at least three professional/academic references.

*Students should specify which semester they are wishing to fulfill the internship: Fall 2011, Spring 2012, or the 9-Month Associate internship. Fall & Spring semester totals approximately 150-175 hours. The 9-month Associate Internship is approximately 350-400 hours.



Outreach & Communications Internship Description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Executive Director and Outreach Manager, the intern will be responsible for participating in the daily communications and outreach of Arizona Citizens/Action for the Arts. The intern will be responsible for participating in, digital and in person outreach, writing and editing ongoing social media and organizational communications and participating in the planning and execution of outreach events.

Essential Functions

1. Arts, Culture and Arts Education Outreach
2. Gather and recruit contacts through events, tabling and workshops to add to outreach database
3. Facilitate advocacy workshops
1. Communications
2. Participate in social media communications; help maintain Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Linkedin, and blogs
3. Participate in writing for newsletter, press releases adn website updates
1. Arts Congress 2010
2. Recruit advocates and community members for AC trainings
3. Coordinate day of trainings
4. Research logistical and policy information, facts including centennial materials in preparation for event

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Demonstrated knowledge or interest in Public Policy or Advocacy.
2. Volunteer or professional experience within a non-profit organization preferred, but not required.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication.
4. Demonstrated knowledge or interest in advocacy.
5. Educational background in public programs, education, political science.

Physical Requirements

While primarily office based, this position may require sitting for extended periods of time, lifting up to 20 pounds, and in cases of special events, the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Some bending and stretching may be required. Must be able to show proof of a valid driver's license

Application Process

If you are interested, please submit the following by via mail or email.

1. A one page letter of inquiry, speaking to coursework, experience or special interests related to the posted position.
2. Resume
3. List of at least three professional/academic references. (contact info only)

Email your materials to: artsed@azcitizenforthearts.org with subject line: Intern

Or mail your materials to: 514 W Roosevelt Phoenix, AZ 85003



Research & Analysis Internship Description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Executive Director and Outreach Manager, the intern will be responsible for conducting research on arts, culture and arts education in Arizona. Arizona Citizens/Action for the Arts has ongoing research needs for a number of initiatives, including, elections, Arts Congress, policy development, etc.

Essential Functions

1. Arts and Culture research and policy analysis
2. Arts Education research and policy analysis
3. Arizona centennial research
4. Contribute to policy documents, training materials, and grant writing

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Demonstrated knowledge or interest in public policy or advocacy.
2. Demonstrated understanding of a variety of research methods; policy analysis, survey research, case studies, statistical analysis, et.
3. Volunteer or professional experience within a non-profit organization preferred, but not required
4. Excellent verbal and written communication.
5. Demonstrated knowledge or interest in social networking, digital media.
6.  Educational background in journalism, public policy, public affairs, law, communications, arts administrations, non-profit management or related field.
7. Seniro level or graduate student coursework
8. Able to establish a consistent work schedule

Physical Requirements

 While primarily office based, this position may require sitting for extended periods of time, lifting up to 20 pounds, and in cases of special events, the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Some bending and stretching may be required. Must be able to show proof of valid driver's license.

Application Process

If you are interested, please submit the following by via mail or email.

1. A one page letter of inquiry, speaking to coursework, experience or special interests related to the posted position.
2. Resume
3. List of at least three professional/academic references. (contact info only)

Email your materials to: artsed@azcitizenforthearts.org with subject line: Intern

Or mail your materials to: 514 W Roosevelt Phoenix, AZ 85003

   

 

 

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