Childhood Cancer Society (CCS) is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting families battling pediatric cancer both financially and emotionally. Through fundraising events, wish-grant experiences, and strategic partnerships, CCS delivers meaningful, life-changing moments to children and families when they need it most, led by our official spokes-bear, Adventure Ted.

We are currently preparing for two major initiatives:

• A high-level charity golf outing at Trump National Golf Club

• An annual fundraising dinner event with the Mayor of Saddle River, NJ

Role Overview

We are assembling a select group of individuals to join the Adventure Ted Partnerships & Events Council, a performance-driven team responsible for driving outreach, partnerships, and community engagement tied to CCS’s flagship events.

Members of this council will work directly with the Founder and Chief Media Officer, contributing to real-time outreach efforts, sponsor development, and event execution.

This is not a traditional internship. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role centered on ownership, communication, and results.

Core Responsibilities

Outreach & Partnerships (Primary Focus)

• Lead outreach via phone, email, and in-person communication to:

• Local businesses and brands for sponsorships

• Restaurants, venues, and service providers for auction items and collaborations

• Build and maintain relationships through consistent follow-up

• Represent CCS professionally across all external communications

Event Execution (Golf Outing + Fundraising Dinner)

• Support outreach and coordination tied to CCS’s flagship events

• Assist in securing sponsor participation and partner involvement

• Help manage confirmations, communication, and relationship tracking

Coordination & Collaboration

• Work alongside Communications and Creative teams to align outreach with event strategy

• Contribute ideas for new partnerships and engagement opportunities

• Participate in structured team execution sessions and planning discussions

What Makes This Different

• Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership

• Exposure to high-level events, sponsors, and real-world partnerships

• Real responsibility and ownership, not task-based assignments

• A selective, performance-based environment focused on execution

• Opportunity to earn elevated roles based on results

Growth & Advancement Opportunities

Top-performing interns may be invited to continue beyond the initial term as Associates within the organization.

Select individuals may also be considered for the Adventure Ted Brand Ambassador program, a paid, performance-based opportunity tied to revenue-generating initiatives and partnerships.

Advancement is based on execution, consistency, and demonstrated ability to contribute meaningfully to the organization’s growth.

Internship Eligibility

This role is eligible for internship credit in Communications, Social Media, Marketing, and Media-related programs, depending on your school’s requirements. We are happy to work with accepted candidates to complete any necessary documentation.

Ideal Candidate

• Confident communicator, comfortable with outreach and relationship-building

• Self-starter who takes initiative and follows through

• Interested in partnerships, business development, social media, or event strategy

• Motivated by ownership and real-world experience

• Passionate about contributing to meaningful, mission-driven work

Structure & Expectations

• Approximately 15 to 20 hours per week

• Mandatory weekly meetings:

  • Mondays and Thursdays, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST

  • Includes:

    • C-suite alignment meeting (priorities and direction)

    • Execution session (live work and output)

• All team members are expected to submit structured updates in advance via Discord

• This is a performance-based role, continued participation is tied to consistency and execution

Selection Process

This is a selective opportunity designed to identify candidates who can think and communicate effectively.

We are looking for individuals who want to take ownership, build real relationships, and contribute directly to the growth of a mission-driven organization.

Qualified candidates will be asked to complete a short outreach exercise:

• Identify a business, brand, or partner you would target for CCS’s golf outing or fundraising event

• Briefly explain why you selected them

• Write a short outreach message you would send to initiate the partnership

This exercise is for evaluation purposes only and will not be used for live outreach.

At Childhood Cancer Society (CCS), a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit, we provide essential support to families facing the trials of pediatric cancer. Our origin traces back to a teenager's resolve to amplify family support after his own childhood health challenges. Today, CCS commits to delivering hope, emotional reinforcement, and financial aid to ensure no child endures the journey of cancer treatment alone.

Embodying our ethos of perseverance and optimism is Adventure Ted, our superhero teddy bear and official spokes-bear. He embodies the courage found in adventures, guiding children and families to maintain a positive outlook by embracing his motto: "See the adventure in all that you do." CCS not only strives to alleviate the burden of childhood cancer but also to infuse this challenging journey with a sense of adventure and possibility.