Greater Illinois Chapter seeks spring semester interns
The Alzheimer’s Association® Greater Illinois Chapter is looking for motivated and capable college students to apply for three internship opportunities, two in our Joliet office and one in Springfield.
Learn more about the job responsibilities, requirements and schedule for these exciting internships openings.
The Alzheimer’s Association® Greater Illinois Chapter is looking for motivated and capable college students to apply for three internship opportunities, two in our Joliet office and one in Springfield.
Learn more about the job responsibilities, requirements and schedule for these exciting internships openings.
Position Title: Special Events, Intern
Location: 2309 W. White Oaks Drive, Suite E, Springfield, IL 62704 AND 850 Essington Rd. Suite 200 Joliet, IL 60435
Type: Internship – Unpaid
Length: Spring Semester (January to May)
Hours: Schedule is flexible – Monday through Friday. Student should expect to volunteer a minimum of 10 hours per week.
Job Description:
– Coordinate the Forget Me Not tag days fundraiser for the Springfield office. This will include, but not be limited to: secure tagging locations (storefronts, intersections, etc.) in and around Springfield, secure and communicate with volunteers, and support staff
– Assist staff person with tasks on days of the event – Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17
Applicants must have a car and driver’s license. This position requires an individual to be self-motivated and committed to seeing a project from start to finish. Training will be provided on the job by supervisor.
To Apply: Those applying for the position in Springfield can email a resume and cover letter to Tina Arnold, Manager, Special Events, tarnold@alz.org.
Those applying for the position in Joliet can email a resume and cover letter to Paige Knebel, Manager, Special Events, pknebel@alz.org.
Position Title: Education and Outreach Intern
Location: 850 Essington Rd. Suite 200 Joliet, IL 60435
Type: Internship – Unpaid
Length: Spring Semester (January to May)
Hours: To be determined by student schedule, Up to 40 hours/week
Job Description:
– Focus on community education and outreach in the office territory
– Teaching the Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Loss to community members, caregivers and possibly persons with Alzheimer’s disease
– Attend networking opportunities in the community to represent the Alzheimer’s Association as needed
– Attend planning meetings for upcoming events as needed
– Work with program staff to promote programs throughout chapter territory
– Responsible for cold calling, potential community partners
– Research and attend Health Fairs and Volunteer Fairs in the Joliet territory
– Work to increase general concern and awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association
– Assist staff members with other outreach and clerical projects as needed
– Other duties as assigned
Applicants will need to have previously obtained computer skills in google, email and office suite, as well as the ability to speak to large and small groups, and exceptional organizational skills. Knowledge or experience with Alzheimer’s disease is preferred but not required.
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