Volunteer Services Intern

Description

The Human Resources and Organizational Development (HROD) division assists the staff who serve the children and families that visit the museum. Volunteer Services functions as a department of HROD and is responsible for three primary areas – Volunteers, Interns and the Power of Children Awards.  We train and provide development opportunities for all volunteers and interns. POCA celebrates youth in grades 6 – 11 who are making a difference in their communities through service and philanthropy.  Interns may have the opportunity to work with all primary areas in Volunteer Services or may select a specific group served by the Volunteer Services department.

Responsibilities

Possible internship projects include:

• Assist with the update and/or maintenance of web-based recruitment program
• Work on benchmark project
• Research fundraising possibilities for the programs (foundations, donors…)

• Help to get materials ready for upcoming groups of volunteers and interns
• Participate in planning some of the events sponsored by Volunteer Services
• Assist with expansion of POCA events, research and promotion
• Research and compile training materials for museum mentors
• Explore and contribute ideas for the continuous improvement of all programs
• Participate in research and evaluations of programs
• Conduct an assessment of future needs.

Qualifications

• Major in Art Administration, Liberal Arts, Organizational Leadership or Human Resources 
• Attend college or university or recently graduated
• Demonstrate interest and/or experience working with volunteers of different generations
• Have an academic background or experience in similar or related topics
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
• Be self-motivated and willing to work independently or as part of a team
• Be willing to give presentations or assist during events
• Be knowledgeable of and be comfortable working with internet research
• Have the ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel

• Scholarships available