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Intern - Street Team Coordination & Event Promotion

Pacific Science Center

Intern - Street Team Coordination & Event Promotion

Kenmore, WA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Intern - Street Team Coordination & Events Promotion Location: Seattle - Pacific Science Center Job Code: 757 # of Openings: 1 Description Street Team Coordination & Events Promotion Intern (18+, Unpaid) Pacific Science Centers award-winning, interactive programs reach more than 1.3 million people around the state each year in their communities, classrooms and on our campus. Summer is particularly busy as our guest numbers rise and our presence at local events increase. The promotional demands within our Marketing department also rise in the summer. Our Marketing department has an exciting internship opportunity for a student interested in developing their promotions and marketing experience. The Marketing & Promotions Intern will help strategize promotional event attendance, support Street Team event volunteers and market the Science Center at off-site events. At the internships conclusion, the intern will have gained valuable promotions and marketing skills while strengthening their resume. This is a great opportunity for students who want to positively impact a non-profit while exploring a career in Promotions and Marketing. Reports To: Education Marketing Coordinator Position Start Date: June 2018 Position End Date : September 5, 2018 Time Commitment: 10 - 15 hours a week, split between weekend work at community events and weekday work in the office. Job Duties Effectively orient, schedule and oversee Street Team event volunteers that help staff off-site events Manage communication among event volunteers throughout the summer Manage the planning associated with Pacific Science Centers presence at off-site fairs, parades and events (past events include Bumbershoot, Seafair Milk Carton Derby, Seafair-sanctioned parades and more) Serve as point of contact for external fair, festival and event organizers Research off-site community event opportunities to attend during the summer Positively represent the Science Center at off-site events Manage set-up and tear-down at off-site events Create calendar listings and contribute to Pacific Science Centers weekly e-newsletter (100,000+ recipients) Brainstorm cost-effective guerilla marketing tactics to implement throughout the summer · Assist as needed with departments administrative tasks · Other duties as assigned Learning Opportunities Demonstrate promotions planning and leadership skills while working in a team environment · Strengthen communication and customer service skills through diverse interactions with Science Center staff, event volunteers, and the general public Develop administrative and creativity skills associated with working in a busy Marketing department Gain insight into the inner-workings of a large non-profit educational institution Position Requirements Flexible and willing to take on a variety of tasks High level of energy, enthusiasm and initiative Works well independently and as part of a team and can react accordingly to the Science Centers fast-paced nature Strong customer service skills and excellent written and oral communication skills Pass a criminal background check Provide 3 references Candidates working towards a degree in Marketing, Public Relations or Communications strongly preferred Experience in promotional events a plus Must be willing to work for 4 - 6 hours most weekends in July and August Pacific Science Center We are an independent, nonprofit educational institution that ignites curiosity in every child and fuels a passion for discovery, experimentation, and critical thinking in all of us. Pacific Science Center is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and it is expressed in all aspects, from the people and communities we serve to our organizational culture and our employees. Pacific Science Center does not discriminate on the basis of any trait as protected by law such as age, race, gender, veteran status, or disability in admission or access to, or employment in, its programs or other activities.

  • Industry
    Hospitality