We are offering unpaid internships year round. These internships can be designed to fit the student’s schedule within our regular work hours of Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5.30 PM.  We would like, but do not require, a minimum of 10 - 15 hours a week over a minimum period of 3 months. We are happy to work with students on the Federal Work Study Program.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Interns will assist staff with the day-to-day operations of the organization, while gaining experience in how a not-for-profit is managed.  Interns' duties will include, but may not be limited to:

·       Interviewing and writing Press Releases for community leaders of organizations that have donated money or goods to HSP.

·       Team work responsible for producing donations of non-perishable food, new toys and books by contacting school and church service groups for donations.

·       Contacting school, church and corporate groups to encourage fund raising for sponsorships.

·       Producing annual reports by interviewing seniors and writing profiles to be sent to sponsors.

·       Researching new sources of food and toy donations.

·       Researching and writing grants.

·       Interacting with volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS          

Computer proficiency and attention to detail is paramount.  Opportunity to enhance your goal achievement, creative writing, promotion of projects, experience the operation of a local $1m charity, increase skills in persuasiveness, articulation, information gathering and making a difference.  Ability to communicate HSP’s goals on the telephone, through personal contact, and in writing when connecting with community leaders.  Exercising the skill of expressing sympathy when calling seniors for annual reports.  Be prepared to work as part of a group networking with community leaders and groups.

BENEFITS OF AN INTERNSHIP WITH HSP

Exposure to community leaders learning the many challenges of running a not-for-profit, fundraising, requesting donations and coordinating volunteer tasks.  Experience networking with community groups and individuals, as well as being part of a team effort.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Call Karole Kettering, Founder/Executive Director, at 630-221-8340, or e-mail hsp@humanitarianservice.org.