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The Mayor Sly James - He's for Change Internship
Former Kansas City Mayor Sly James was a champion for gender equity and women’s empowerment. In 2017, United WE created the Mayor Sly James - He's For Change Internship in recognition of his contributions to closing the leadership gap. See the job description below.
The Mayor Sly James – He’s for Change Intern will provide assistance to the programs of United WE including the Appointments Project, as well as other aspects of non-profit administration. This position provides students with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in non-profit operations with a focus on promoting leadership and philanthropic education for women of all ages. Interns may be required to work after hours to staff special events or activities.
Compensation:
Internships with United WE are not paid, but offer valuable hands-on experience. This experience allows students to explore areas of interest and decide if this is an area for a potential career.
Program Internship Duties:
Specific duties include the following, but are not limited to interacting with United WE constituents, assisting with database management for the Appointments Project™, assisting with event logistics for philanthropic education programs, and assistance with fund raising initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Assist with planning and organizing special events and projects
Attend special events and meetings as needed
General office support including data entry, filing, etc.
Maintain professional appearance when interacting with the public and partner organizations; dress appropriately for duties assigned
Qualifications:
Detail oriented, able to follow directions, able to take initiative when needed
Outgoing and friendly personality, professional demeanor
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task and work well under time constraints
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Application Process:
This is an unpaid internship. Credit is available upon request.
All internships are based out of our office in Kansas City, Missouri.
Resumes and cover letter must be in Microsoft Word (.doc) or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format
For any other questions or to submit a resume, e-mail Melinda Ward at ec@united-we.org.
No phone calls, please.