OREGON MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Position Title: Volunteer Services Intern
Reports To: Volunteer Coordinators
Department: Volunteer Services
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Volunteer Services Intern assists with the full range of volunteer coordination duties at
OMSI.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Assist paid staff with new volunteer intake, including processing applications, scheduling
interviews, and performing reference checks.
 Assist paid staff with applicant data entry and tracking using a volunteer management
database.
 Assist staff with administrative procedures associated with interviewing and orienting
new volunteers.
 Assist with absent volunteer follow up and resignation procedures.
 Assist with recruitment and scheduling of volunteers for special events.
 Assist with planning and implementation of volunteer recognition and appreciation
activities.
 Assist with other general administrative duties associated with the volunteer program as
assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
 Strong written and oral communication skills.
 Able to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
 Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
 Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with a positive customer service attitude.
 Strong computer skills, particularly using Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
 Must be dependable, punctual, and willing to commit to a schedule.
TIME COMMITMENT:
8 – 16 hours per week for 3 - 6 months.
For more information, contact Volunteer Services at 503.797.4693 or
VolunteerServices@omsi.edu.
Visit our website at www.omsi.edu/volunteer.