Intern, Special Events and Development

Job overview

The Intern, Special Events and Development role is onsite in Waterford, NY, for 10–15 hours per week as schedule allows, over 10–12 weeks. The position is unpaid. The intern supports State Operations and Programs and reports to the Director of Mission Advancement. Best Buddies International works to create opportunities and inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The intern assists with spring fundraising events and Friendship Walks, helping with sponsorship outreach, event planning, communications, marketing content, and event-day logistics. The work supports fundraising and the organization’s mission through coordination with local businesses, staff, vendors, and event participants.

What you'll do

• Assist with Friendship Walk event logistics, publicity, communications, and preparation
• help secure in-kind donations and sponsorships
• research potential sponsors
• assist with event planning and local fundraisers
• send thank-you letters
• attend the local Friendship Walk
• assist with website and social media content and event photography, including short-form social content as assigned.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special events intern

development

waterford ny

best buddies international

friendship walk

fundraising events

sponsor outreach

event logistics

social media content

nonprofit

unpaid internship

10–15 hours/week

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting mentions a comprehensive benefits program but does not specify benefits for this unpaid internship.

Why this role

The internship is unpaid, 10–15 hours weekly as schedule allows, and lasts 10–12 weeks; attendance at the local Friendship Walk is required.

About the employer

Best Buddies Int. Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Human Rights Organizations. Sector: 81.