Spring Community Engagement Intern

Summary

Join our Mid-Atlantic team as a remote Spring Intern! This 10–12-week program offers hands-on experience in nonprofit work, focusing on community engagement, fundraising, participant outreach, and corporate communication. Located in Maryland, Washington, D.C., or Virginia, interns will work remotely, collaborating closely with the Autism Speaks team. The internship requires academic credit and provides training in various areas. Interns will contribute to research, outreach, social media management, and customer service, while developing valuable skills in a nonprofit setting.

Requirements

Student interns must receive academic credit (i.e. graduate or under-graduate) sponsored by an accredited institution or require experience for a certification for a college degree

Responsibilities

• Research prospects for sponsorship and event corporate support
• Outreach to local community organizations, social media groups and influencers
• Create Social Media plans and execution
• Community outreach for potential event and campaign sponsors, volunteers, constituents
• Provide customer service to local event participants
• Outreach to lapsed past teams and follow up with current teams of our local events

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills, follow-up and attention to detail
• Curious and inquisitive, with a willingness to learn about fundraising, event management and donor outreach
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong interpersonal skills/customer service skills
• Proficient in MS office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook & Social Media
• Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills
• Building Collaborative Relationships
• Professional Behavior
• Results-Driven
• Customer Orientation
• Flexibility