YSU Center for Nonprofit Leadership Spring 2012 - Internship Descriptions 1.) 91.3 The Summit – NEW! Website: www.913thesummit.com Organization Description: 91.3 The Summit is Akron-Canton's home for true music diversity now serving the Youngstown area at 90.7! We are locally owned and operated, member supported public radio. The Summit plays a wide variety of music, including Rock, Pop, Folk, Acoustic, Local, Reggae, and much more. Position: Radio Intern Compensation: Unpaid Job Description: The internship position will consist of the following five parts: Part 1: Public Service and Community - learn to write Public Service Announcements for the radio station; help with general office duties (stuffing envelopes, organization, etc.; assist with station and member events Part 2: Membership and Underwriting - help with/observe monthly membership mailings; help with/observe monthly underwriter billing; observe building and editing of daily program logs; help with member premium mailings Part 3: Marketing and Events - assist in implementing new media marketing strategies through improving web design, using e-mail promotion, direct mail, billboard, and nontraditional public relations categories; follow-up on the advertising and marketing effectiveness using tools for measuring and ensuring the station’s return on investment; work with area non-profit organizations to explore potential collaborations, and track onair public service announcements; assist in passing out marketing materials at area events Part 4: Programming and Production - observe recording of weather breaks and Public Service Announcements; observe merging of station logs; prep and decommission station vehicle and gear for remote events; observe DJs in the studio as they record their shows Part 5: Music - help monitor music charts for song research; sort new music CDs · Help prepare weekly playlist reports for email; compile information on new artists for the DJs Interns will also take a one-day field trip to our transmitter site with our engineer, and will be expected to assist with station events and studio performances that happen during the course of the internship. 2.) Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley – Positions Filled 6505 Market Street, Building C Youngstown, OH 44512 Website: www.akronchildrens.org/mv Organization Description: Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley provides pediatric healthcare services to children and young adults in the five-county area, including operating the area’s only freestanding in-patient pediatric hospital. Akron Children’s Hospital’s philosophy of providing family-centered care is focused on three key promises; to treat every child as we would our own; to treat every family as we would want to be treated; and to turn no child away for their family’s inability to pay. 1 Position: Fundraising/Special Events Intern Compensation: Stipend plus Daily Food Allowance Job Description: The intern will develop fundraising, event planning, marketing, public relations, sales, and administrative skills through hands-on work experience in a non-profit healthcare environment including the responsibilities of: Assist with planning, organizing, publicizing and implementing special events. Work with local businesses to plan, coordinate and implement Children’s Miracle Network campaigns. Assist with plans for Children’s Miracle Network Radiothon. Assist with plans for school-based fundraising campaigns. Prepare and organize mailings. Write and edit patient success stories. Help with securing sponsors for special events. Assist with developing fundraising-related promotional materials and publicity including writing press releases and contacting local media. Qualifications: Junior or senior Marketing, Advertising/PR, or Communications major 3.) Animal Charity Humane Society 4140 Market Street Boardman, Ohio 44512 Website: www.animalcharity of ohio.org Organization Description: The mission of Animal Charity is to bring about a world, a time, and a state of mind where humane societies are no longer necessary. The goal of Animal Charity is to provide quality medical, surgical and other wellness needs for our clients and their pets at affordable prices. Animal Charity also serves to protect animals from abuse and neglect, adopt out our rescued animals, and educate the public about the importance of spaying and neutering and other animal welfare measures. Position: Marketing and Public Relations Intern Compensation: Unpaid Job Description: A marketing and public relations intern would play a significant role in moving forward both our mission and goals by designing and implementing ways to promote to the public in all that we have to offer them, their pets and animals in need. Responsibilities will include: Redesign and update the Animal Charity website Be the main facilitator of the Animal Charity Facebook page Take photos and develop creative ways to showcase adoptable animals at Animal Charity Use marketing skills to further promote the mission of Animal Charity The intern will receive: Hands-on experience in marketing research and presentation development through social media– objective will be measured by tracking traffic on the website and Facebook page A realistic look at targeted marketing and communications for a nonprofit agency – objective will be measured on how effectively intern presents needs of agency to the public and how the needs are met or addressed through marketing/public relation techniques 2 Learn to be a part of a team for a humane society where the motivation for all staff members and volunteers is the welfare of animals. – objective will be measured based on monthly feedback by office manager/board members Qualifications: Minimum 2.5 overall GPA Proficient with designing and updating websites Proficient with social media Excellent written, creative and communications skills Must be team oriented as well as self-motivated to be able to work with little supervision Creative, dependable and detail-oriented with great follow-through skills 4.) Eastern Ohio P-16 Partnership for Education 108 Main Avenue SW, Suite 1000 Warren, OH 44481 Website: http://www.easternohiop16.org/ Organization Description: In Spring 2009, a group of educators, businesspersons, and civic and nonprofit leaders came together to consider a new effort to foster significantly better outcomes for students at each educational level in Ashtabula, Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties, a pre-kindergarten through college or P-16 initiative was formed. Such initiatives have gained national attention and have shown promise for connecting pre-school, elementary, middle, high school, and postsecondary education to create a comprehensive, integrated system of student learning. Position: On-Site Facilitator Intern Compensation: Stipend plus mileage reimbursement Job Description: The role of the on-site facilitator is to work closely with the Executive Director and the Mentoring Program Manager to oversee the LEADING forward mentoring program. Responsibilities include room set up, securing and facilitating student transportation, some curricula delivery and evaluation, communicating with students, families and school districts about student progress. Facilitator will also be responsible for collecting student’s grades. This position requires a high level of confidentiality. The position is part-time (15-20 hours per week). The student will work two part or one full week day (based on student schedule) and up to five hours each Saturday. Qualifications: Must have mentored or volunteered to help high school students, have good understanding of program/event management requirements and process, strong interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication and presentation skills. Preference for, and experience in, working collaboratively, organized and efficient work practices, ability to manage time. Education or Business major preferred. Word, Excel, PowerPoint required; Word Press & ACCESS knowledge preferred. 5.) Humility of Mary Health Partners Foundation – Position Filled 250 DeBartolo Place, Suite 2560 Boardman, OH 44512 Website: www.hmpartners.org 3 Organization Description: The Humility of Mary Health Partners Foundation coordinates and administers charitable gifts, trusts and bequests used to underwrite a variety of projects, programs and services that enhance health care in the Mahoning Valley. Position: Foundation Intern Compensation: Stipend Job Description: The intern will be responsible for supporting the mission of the HMHP Development Foundation by assisting with various projects throughout the Foundation including but not limited to: Work with Events Administrator on special events and meeting planning, which may include a golf outing, a run event, cocktail parties, wine tasting, and recognition events. Assist Database Administrator with input and report generating in DonorPerfect. Assist with the publishing and distribution of Foundation Newsletter. Help to coordinate and track Annual Appeal efforts. Qualifications: Hold or in the process of obtaining a degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or like field. Basic knowledge of MS Office (word, excel, etc.). Strong written and oral communication skills. Must be honest and reliable worker. Reasonably flexible schedule within work week (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm), some evening and weekends. 6.) Mahoning Valley College Access Program (MVCAP) Kent State University Trumbull Technology Building - 4314 Mahoning Ave. Warren , Ohio 44483 Website: http://www.ohiocan.org/GovInit/Preview/index.aspx?ProjectKey=13 Organization Description: The Mahoning Valley College Access Program (MVCAP) provides FREE advising to students throughout Columbiana, Mahoning, and Trumbull Counties on college admissions and financial aid with a mission to increase the number of students in the Mahoning Valley who pursue education after high school graduation. Position: Financial Aid Advisor Intern Compensation: $12 per hour Job Description: The Mahoning Valley College Access Program is seeking a Financial-Aid Advisor Intern to advise students in area high schools. This person will report to the MVCAP Executive Director. Under direct and indirect supervision, the employee is responsible for advising students and/or parents on filing college applications (online and paper); securing available financial assistance through completion of the online Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); and assisting eligible seniors to complete the MVCAP Last-Dollar Scholarship Application. The employee may be required to speak at informational workshops regarding college admissions and financial opportunities available to program advisees. By implementing the MVCAP 16-point advising program, he or she will have the opportunity to change the trajectory of students’ lives. Qualifications: Preference will be given to holders of a Bachelor’s degree; undergraduates with junior or senior status and at least a 3.2 cumulative GPA. College admissions and/or financial-aid experience is recommended, but not mandatory; graduation from Youngstown City or Warren City Schools is a plus. Must possess strong computer skills, specifically with MS Word and Internet research. The candidate must establish relationships with students and parents, demonstrate strong organizational skills, display excellent interpersonal and communications 4 skills, and show the ability to work effectively with diverse groups. Relevant training may be required. 7.) Mill Creek Metroparks Mill Creek Metroparks Administrative Office 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road Canfield, OH 44406 Website: www.MillCreekMetroParks.org Organization Description: Mill Creek MetroParks provides park, recreational and open space facilities of regional significance in Mahoning County. It was established in 1891 by Volney Rogers, and was the first park district in Ohio. Mill Creek MetroParks currently encompasses nearly 4,500 acres of park and natural areas in seven townships and three cities. Position: Development & Marketing Intern Compensation: Stipend Job Description: The internship will include the following responsibilities: Assist with planning, organizing, and coordinating the annual Famer & Chef fundraising event. Assist with publicizing MetroParks events and programs, including writing press releases and contacting local media Help coordinate MetroParks fundraising campaigns Assist in maintaining & coordinating MetroParks social media efforts Develop a marketing plan for MetroMutts and Friends of Ford Nature Center membership programs Process gifts and record gift information in Raiser’s Edge database Disseminate MetroParks brochures and publications to select locations inside and outside of the MetroParks Qualifications: The following are qualifications for this internship position: Junior or Senior Marketing, Advertising/Public Relations or Business major or Nonprofit Leadership Minor or Certificate student with an interest in fundraising or marketing as a career. Proficient in basic computer skills such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Knowledgeable in social media applications Strong written and oral communication skills Able to interact with the public at all levels Able to work a flexible schedule that occasionally includes nights and weekends Knowledge of Mill Creek MetroParks helpful 8.) Neighborhood Ministries – NEW! Rockford Village Community Center 1402 B Dogwood Lane Youngtown, OH 44505 330-744-1446 fax:330-744-1456 Website: http://www.ohionm.org 5 Organization Description: Neighborhood Ministries provides high impact after-school programs, family assistance services, and job training for residents living in low income neighborhoods in Mahoning County, Ohio. These programs and services include Bible studies, food distributions, clothing banks, emergency assistance, transportation, summer parks programs for youth, and so much more. We provide our services free of charge to those that need them and are able to do so because of the faithful support and commitment of hundreds of volunteers, churches and families. Position: Program Intern Compensation: Stipend Job Description: The responsibilities of the intern will be as follows: Afterschool Programming Homework help, make up folders for reading and math grade level appropriate, keep track of work completed, check work, make and keep contact with students’ teachers to help keep them on task. Assist with planning activities i.e. devotions, games, crafts, supervise gameroom, serve meals. Develop lesson plans. Leading weekly groups to be determined i.e. teen girls, teen boys, K-2 group, 3-6 grade girls, 3-6 grade boys, supervise adult group led by outside agencies. Possible transportation from schools. Computer work- making weekly attendance forms, weekly name tags with places to mark for rewards. Possible entering statistical data and producing reports on a monthly, quarterly and as needed basis. Coordinate the already established reading program that test children for their reading abilities and to keep track of testing, progress etc. Establish a similar program for math. Supervise and proctor the computer lab for both children and adults at separate times. Assist with or plan a Christmas celebration for families. Assist with Thanksgiving (food) and Christmas (food, clothing, toys, household items) distributions. Assist with Family assistance activities i.e. food boxes, monthly food distributions, emergency food boxes, paperwork, other assistance (diapers, toilet paper etc.), resume writing. 9.) OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology 11 West Federal Street Youngstown, Ohio 44501 Website: www.OHWOWkids.org Organization Description: OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization located in downtown Youngstown. Our mission is to foster independent thinking and enrich the lives of all children by creating a welcoming environment where they can develop learning skills and knowledge through the 6 exploration of HANDS-ON exhibits and educational programs which are rooted in STEM. Position: Recycling Intern Compensation: Hourly Wage/Stipend Job Description: OH WOW!’s Recycling Coordinator will take the lead in helping OH WOW! to implement cost-effective and environmentally-sound solid waste reduction and litter prevention programs, the outcomes of which would be: The development and implementation of a standard operating procedure on site that will help OH WOW! effectively recycle commonly recycled items such as newspaper, magazines, brochures, metal food and beverage cans, and glass bottles and plastic containers either through Mahoning County’s recycling program, or on site in STEMrelated activities and programming. The development and implementation of outreach programs that will help OH WOW! communicate with visitors the need for and use of commonly recycled items such as newspaper, magazines, brochures, metal food and beverage cans, and glass bottles and plastic containers on-site at OH WOW!. The establishment of a formal relationship with Mahoning County’s Green Team, Youngstown State University recycling and its re:CREATE programs, which include a popular Materials Exchange. The use of a wide variety of media marketing tools to extend our message regarding the STEM components of all of these initiatives. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will demonstrate that he/she has excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills; ability and interest in working with a broad spectrum of people; will be energetic, self-motivated, enthusiastic and willing to learn. The ideal candidate must be organized and able to work independently while still being a team player. 10.) Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership 108 Main Avenue SW #1005 Warren, OH 44481 Website: www.tnpwarren.org Organization Description: Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership is a community development corporation with a mission that seeks to improve the quality of life for the residents of Warren. TNP collaborates with a variety of stakeholders and welcomes students interested in gaining experience in non-profit, community development and urban planning. Position: Program Intern Compensation: Stipend with fuel and mileage reimbursement Job Description: Intern will assist and perform a variety of duties associated with community development programs, as well as basic administrative tasks, working closely with and taking directives from the Program Director and/or Operations Manager. Duties: Can include, but are not limited to: canvassing, performing various errands, administrative work, tasks associated with board-up/clean-up efforts in Warren city neighborhoods, as well as research and/or perform data entry and will be expected to positively and professionally represent TNP throughout the community. 7 Qualifications: Strong oral communication and organizational skills and ability to work with people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Ability to perform manual labor. Possess a flexible temperament with a desire to perform a variety of tasks as directed. Possess motivation, commitment and have the ability to complete tasks unsupervised. Preferred/Not Required: Proficiency using the Internet and Microsoft Office programs, valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle and an interest in working in and improving the various neighborhoods in Warren. 11.) Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation 201 E. Commerce Street, Suite 140 Youngstown, OH 44503 Website: www.yndc.org Organization Description: In February 2009, the Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation (YNDC), a multifaceted neighborhood development organization, was launched in partnership with the City of Youngstown and The Raymond John Wean Foundation to catalyze strategic neighborhood reinvestment throughout the City of Youngstown. The YNDC will transform neighborhoods into meaningful places where people invest time, money, and energy into their homes and neighborhoods; where neighbors have the capacity to manage day to day issues; and where neighbors feel confident about the future of their neighborhood. The mission is to improve the quality of life in Youngstown by building and encouraging neighborhoods of choice for all. Position: Program Intern Compensation: Stipend for 15 to 30 hours per week, evening and weekend work required. Job Description: Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director, the Intern will conduct neighborhood development and administrative activities related to communications, neighborhood event and meeting coordination, programming and quality of life issues in focus neighborhoods. The primary objective of this internship is to motivate residents to view themselves as vital stakeholders in the transformation of their neighborhood. Responsibilities: Programming: Assist Program Coordinators with program logistics and outreach. Assist with preparation of marketing materials. Resident Engagement and Relationship Building: Conduct extensive on the ground outreach in YNDC focus neighborhoods (eg: door to door, mailings, flyers, phone calls, newsletters) Work with existing neighborhood groups and other neighborhood stakeholders to address issues related to neighborhood transformation. Design and implement ongoing outreach efforts to ensure broad based and neighborhood resident participation in planning and development. Build trusting relationships with a diverse group of neighborhood residents and stakeholders. Maintain a consistent and visible presence in the focus neighborhoods. Develop and maintain a database of resident leadership and volunteers for each focus neighborhood. Community Building: 8 Coordinate and produce neighborhood events and small block projects such as neighborhood picnics, clean up/paint up events, educational events, and community dialogue. Serve as a central information and referral resource for all things related to neighborhood development. Develop, maintain, publish and distribute a neighborhood newsletter with a calendar of events. Assist neighborhood groups with addressing quality of life issues. Work with YNDC partners (city departments, MVOC, MYCAP, social service agencies, etc.) to increase the likelihood that all eligible and qualified residents in focus neighborhoods are accessing all services available to them. Neighborhood Planning: Identify, quantify, and maintain a database of neighborhood resources. Facilitate resident involvement in neighborhood development and planning efforts. Identify opportunities for grant funding related to neighborhood development. Administrative: Maintain records that document outreach activities, resident input/involvement, and neighborhood events. Assist staff with activities as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration, marketing, nonprofit management, urban planning, social studies, or related field from an accredited college or university. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Publisher. High level of professional ethics. Ability to effectively communicate the organization’s mission and vision. Ability to work effectively with key partners and manage relationships with program clients and neighborhood residents. Ability to manage/coordinate/prioritize multiple outreach efforts, project and events simultaneously. Ability to work independently of and in collaboration with other staff of the organization. Demonstrated commitment to neighborhood based collaborative processes. Proven experience working with neighborhood constituencies in urban neighborhoods. Understanding of nonprofit organizational structure and related material. 9