Special Events Intern (Western Mass) Job Listing at Alzheimer's Association, MA/NH Chapter in Springfield, MA

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Special Events Intern, 12-15 hours/week, Unpaid

Position Description
Alzheimers Association, Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter

OVERVIEW

Founded in 1980, the mission of the Alzheimers Association, Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter is to eliminate Alzheimers disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. The Association operates out of its main office in Watertown, with regional offices in Springfield, Worcester, and Raynham, MA, and Bedford, NH.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Working with the Development team, the Special Events Intern would be responsible for the following:
Assisting staff with coordinating annual special events, including the Walk to End Alzheimers
Calls to past teams and current team captains
Outreach to community groups
Working vendor fairs
Help secure logistics for walk day, permits, police detail, entertainment, food, etc.
Help to develop additional tools for walkers, signage, forms, etc.
Attend walk committee meetings if possible
Assisting with developing, creating, and editing PR materials used to promote special events
Conducting resource information research, database management, mailings, and outreach to ensure that our target audience is notified of our upcoming events
Contacting donors and thanking them for their support of our programs, services and research grants program

Desired Skills:
Must have initiative and be a self-starter, with the ability to function as a member of a team Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Flexible and willing to step in and provide hands-on assistance as needed.

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to Jason Lynch at volunteersmanh@alz.org.