Networking Interns

Internships Available: Two – 1 in Weber County and 1 in Utah County

Organization: Utah Nonprofits Association

Location: Weber County or Utah County

Job Type: Internship

Time Frame/Hours: 10 hours/week during Fall 2016 semester. Once selected, a schedule will be established to fit candidate’s and UNA’s needs.

Work Site: Remotely in either Utah or Weber County. Bimonthly travel to UNA offices in SLC during regular working hours M-F, 9:00-5:00. 

Deadline:  Sun. 06/19/16 11:59 PM Mountain Time

Description:

UNA is working to increase exposure and membership in Utah and Weber Counties and is in search of an intern who can play an integral role in making that happen. Key functions of this internship include:

•       Act as the local champion for UNA, distributing printed material and information about UNA, referring nonprofits to the resources UNA provides and promoting the value of membership in UNA.
•        Take the pulse of local nonprofits to provide UNA with information on how UNA can best serve the nonprofits in the region, and what training and resources will be best received in the area.
•        Promote UNA’s networking and training events in Weber and Utah County (respectively). Help build UNA’s mailing list with nonprofit professionals.
•        Because this position operates remotely from the Salt Lake office, communicating with other UNA personnel via telephone, and email on a regular basis will be of particular importance to keep all staff aware of regional activities, relate member and nonmember feedback and to remain abreast of statewide activities and initiative. 
•        Organize 2 social events in the area
•        Attend periodic virtual meetings with UNA staff and other networking interns around the state.

Standards of Professionalism:

·       Willing to learn about the nonprofit sector

·       Energetic and imaginative

·       Able to remain calm under pressure

·       Uphold appropriate professional dress and grooming standards while representing UNA

·       Abide by UNA policies and procedures

Skills needed:

·       Strong, professional interpersonal skills

·       Strong organizational skills

·       Excellent computer skills

·       Excellent written and oral communication skills

·       Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

·       Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team

·       Willingness to gain extensive knowledge of the nonprofit sector

Compensation:

A $500 stipend will be offered for this internship and split into two $250 payments.

Application Process:

Please send resume and cover letter to Patty Shreve pshreve@utahnonprofits.org  and reference “Networking Intern” in subject line.

Utah Nonprofits Association

231 East 400 South, Suite 345

Salt Lake City, Utah 84111

801-596-1800

www.utahnonprofits.org