This learning opportunity is intended to increase participation of minority groups who are underrepresented in the management of non-profit organizations.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the Special Olympics Illinois program with driving diversity and inclusion initiatives through the achievement of specified goals
- Follow Special Olympics Illinois established policies and procedures
- Recruit eligible individuals for participation in Special Olympics as athletes and volunteers
- Promote awareness of individuals with intellectual disabilities and their achievements through public forums
INTERNSHIP GOALS
(one – two selected by intern and intern supervisor)
- Research, secure meetings, and cultivate at least three minority volunteer groups for long-term participation
- Research and recommend curriculum around best advertising practices targeting diverse populations
- Research at least three potential speakers, three potential coaches, and at least three diverse athletes to lead a training on the subject of diversity and inclusion
- Manage a training with above-mentioned speaker(s) at the July 25 – 27, 2017 Organizational Meeting in Normal, IL
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have completed at least four semesters of college or community college courses
- Experience with Special Olympics and/or therapeutic recreation, parks and recreation, sports management, marketing, event management, publication relations or other closely related field(s)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Physical mobility required: must be able to climb stairs, assist in set-up and breakdown at events, stand and/or sit for long periods of time, lift items weighing up to 25 pounds, climb stairs to move equipment and load and unload vehicles
- Extensive computer knowledge with Microsoft operating system and Microsoft applications
- Ability to commute within Chicago city limits
WORK SCHEDULE
- Based in Chicago, IL
- Approximately 9 hours per week with evenings and weekends as the position demands; overnight and travel required for July meeting in Normal, IL
- Position may require intern to use school-issued materials, such as computers, library resources and copiers
- Reports to Assistant Director – Area 3
SALARY
- Internship must be taken for a course credit
- $11/hour
- Non-exempt, part-time, temporary position with a culminating project and presentation
HOW TO APPLY
- Send cover letter, resume, and references to careers@soill.org by February 15, 2017; subject line should include your last name followed by “Diversity and Inclusion Internship Application”
- Minority applicants are encouraged to apply