Intern - Marketing, Communications & Sales

Temporary Intern (Undergraduate Student) to work within Monday thru Friday 8a-4:30p, Part-Time Available

Marketing, Communications & Sales Department

Learning Objectives:

This internship will have the opportunity to gain insight into a not-for-profit senior living community while acquiring valuable knowledge of implementing marketing strategies, developing collaborative relationships with team members and analyzing data. Upon completion of the internship, it is our expectation that the knowledge learned is one that will provide great value and expertise towards future career endeavors in the marketing industry.

Work Project Examples:

Social media, copywriting, basic graphic design. Assisting the Marketing, Communications & Sales departments with various projects. A working knowledge of QuarkXPress and Adobe Creative Suite will be preferred.

*Will be required to give a final presentation at the conclusion of the internship.

General Intern Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The office Intern assists with general office, HR, IT, Accounting and Marketing activities as determined and directed by the Office Manager.  Additionally, the Administrative Intern shall assist and work with internal associates as well as outside vendors as required.  The Office Intern will be responsible for assisting the staff with general office duties including, but not limited to, research, data entry, filing and general coordination. Supportive of the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations.  Completes training as required by policy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Answer phone inquiries, direct calls, and provide basic company information
• Perform clerical duties, take memos, maintain files, and organize documents; photocopy, fax, etc. as needed
• Assist in preparing information and research materials
• Sort and manage files
• Type documents, drafts and reports
• Manage databases and input information, data, and records
• Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements.
• Handles stress well and gets along with others within the workplace and with customers outside the department.
• Maintains acceptable standards of workplace conduct.

The responsibilities described above represent the primary responsibilities of the job.  Other responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as warranted by business needs.  The incumbent is expected to perform all assigned responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High school degree or equivalent; must be enrolled in an accredited university/college program to receive credit

Licenses/Certifications:

• None

Knowledge and Skills (required unless otherwise noted):

• Excellent written and communication skills
• Self-directed and able to work without supervision
• Ability to type with basic keyboarding skills.
• Basic level computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet Explorer).
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills and problem solving ability; specifically the ability to work as self-starter.
• Respect for details; ability to execute accurately at a high level without excess supervision.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks and procedure manuals.
• Able to write simple sentences, paragraphs and correspondence.
• Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to residents, family members, and other associates of the organization.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Experience:

• Previous experience working/volunteering with the elderly is preferred.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be exposed to infectious diseases if working in a licensed area.

• The associate is required to function around individuals with challenged mental capacities.
• All associates may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Light Work – Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position frequently.  
• Frequently required to move about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Must be able to exchange information and express oneself.

Supervision Received

Receives direction from Manager in charge.

Supervision Given

None.

EOE/D/V

Nicotine-Free Workplace

Post-offer background check and drug screen required

Questions can be directed to careers@jkv.org