American Lung Association Internship American Lung Association 101 reviews - Los Angeles, CA 90010 Internship

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INTERNSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease, through research, education and advocacy. Join our team of dedicated and diverse professionals in making a difference in the lives of people living with lung disease. Lung Cancer is the number 1 cancer killer. Your help can make a difference. POSITION: Development Intern LOCATION: Multiple locations available CONTACT: Chelsea Burke, Development Director START DATE: Flexible. Minimum of 2 month commitment from start date. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The primary responsibility will be to assist the Development Team with strategic outreach, recruitment and event logistics. The primary responsibility is to support the administrative, logistical, and planning functions of our special events. The intern will join the special events team in producing the Fight For Air Climb in Downtown Los Angeles, CA (April 2019), the LUNG FORCE Gala (June 2019), and the LUNG FORCE Walks (OC and LA, November 2018) and other events as created. Responsibilities include: recruitment and outreach, research, volunteer management, data management, coordinate mail campaigns, and health fairs/community event participation. Other projects supporting different functions may be assigned. This position is unpaid. School internship requirements of hour can be provided. \WHY INTERN WITH US * Build leadership skills * Network among like-minded student leaders nationwide * Give back to communities and make a difference locally * Participate in meaningful civic engagement * learn about healthy lifestyles today and for the future * Earn community service credits and resume enhancements * Develop public speaking skills while building character and confidence WORK SCHEDULE: Mostly weekdays, occasional weekend opportunities, hours are flexible, minimum of 12 hours per week for duration of internship. Must be committed to coming into the office. QUALIFICATIONS: * Must be a non-smoker * Bachelors degree preferred, but exceptional undergraduate students encouraged to apply * Interest in non-profit event planning, volunteer management, and donor solicitation preferred * Excellent customer service; friendly, outgoing and not afraid to make cold calls * Attention to detail and great communication skills * Experience with Microsoft Office Suite * Able to communicate clearly in English (bilingual skills useful) Job Type: Internship 18 hours ago - save job