Location

2025 E Street, NW Washington DC 20006

Position Title

125^th Anniversary Volunteer Intern

Purpose

Support the efforts of the American Red Cross in celebrating

its’ 125^th Anniversary during 2006.

Key Responsibilities

The Communication and Marketing department is responsible for developing and executing many high profile anniversary events being planned to recognize and celebrate the 125^th anniversary of the inception of the American Red Cross, including a young professionals party, an art show featuring 24 of today’s most recognized artists, an exhibit on advertising at a nationally recognized museum, to name but a few.  Many other exciting events are being planned to be held throughout the country in 2006. 

Internship duties in support of the 125^th anniversary will include:

§ Extensive research into companies and individuals

§         Writing letters and requests for donations

§         Dealing directly with individuals in the art and entertainment world

§         Working with the Public Relations team to increase visibility

§         Communicating with local chapters about involvement in 125^th events

Willingness to support Red Cross Mission

Relationships

Work with Red Cross Communication and Marketing department staff, staff from Red Cross chapters throughout the U.S.A., professionals in the art and entertainment world. 

Qualifications

Degree-seeking student majoring in a Communication or Marketing discipline. 

• The ideal intern is organized and detail-oriented, a good written and verbal communicator who is able to work effectively in a team environment.

Training

• Orientation to American Red Cross

Appointed by

Darren Irby, Vice President and Mary Etta Boesl, Senior Associate

Reports to or Partners with

Mary Etta Boesl, Senior Associate

Darren Irby, Vice President

Charity Moretti, Department Volunteer Coordinator

Length of Appointment

To be decided/determined by volunteer intern and department vice president

Time Commitment

Flexible:  3-8 hours per day, 1-4 days per week