Ronald McDonald House Southwest Virginia provides a “home away from home” for families of seriously ill children and their families. Our two programs include the Ronald McDonald House in Roanoke and our Ronald McDonald House Family Room located in Carilion Children’s Hospital, Roanoke. An internship with Ronald McDonald House Southwest Virginia offers an exciting opportunity to gain professional experience and earn college credit by working with employees of a worldwide non-profit organization.
The Marketing and Special Events Internship is designed to provide professional experience in the areas of Nonprofit Management, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Relations, and Fundraising/Event Planning. This internship position is ideal for a university undergraduate student using the internship for university credit.
One semester minimum.
12-20 hours per week, the specifics are negotiable and flexible to work around class schedules. Exact start and end dates and will be determined by the organization and the student.
Unpaid (eligible for university credit – will work with interns)
Development Staff
The Marketing and Special Events Intern plays a supportive role to the development and special events team. This position assists with planning, development, and execution of the marketing strategy. The intern will assist with the organization, marketing and execution of various fundraising events, researching of grants and major donors, generate promotional and informational materials, and manage online communications and social media presence.
The Intern will have the opportunity to interact with various parts of the organization including program operations, facilities management, and charity programs (i.e., House, Family Room, Comforts of Home program, volunteer program). An average day will consist of a variety of tasks.
Ronald McDonald House Southwest Virginia
Attn: Job Opportunities
2224 South Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA 24014
or
by email to jobs@ronaldmcdonaldhouseswva.org
No phone calls please.
