PAID INTERN
Internship responsibilities depend on background, major, and interest of applicant. Tasks may include research, writing, and/or community outreach. This internship is helpful for students working towards journalism, English, and nutrition degrees. Business majors can obtain experience related to the business aspects of a non-profit. Activists can learn new skills and gain a broader knowledge, as well as share their expertise. There is one eight week needs based paid internship during the summer. Send resume and cover letter indicating vegan knowledge, financial need, skills, what you want to learn from the internship, and when you can intern.
http://www.vrg.org/student/eleanor_wolff_scholarship.php
Apr 14, 2018
Internship
PAID INTERN
Internship responsibilities depend on background, major, and interest of applicant. Tasks may include research, writing, and/or community outreach. This internship is helpful for students working towards journalism, English, and nutrition degrees. Business majors can obtain experience related to the business aspects of a non-profit. Activists can learn new skills and gain a broader knowledge, as well as share their expertise. There is one eight week needs based paid internship during the summer. Send resume and cover letter indicating vegan knowledge, financial need, skills, what you want to learn from the internship, and when you can intern.
http://www.vrg.org/student/eleanor_wolff_scholarship.php
Position Objectives:
To manage a variety of projects for several departments and to assist the executive vice president
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Independently coordinate various campaigns and projects
• Perform independent research and analysis related to a variety of PETA programs and campaigns
• Handle correspondence and other matters on the vice president's behalf while she is traveling or otherwise indisposed
• Draft and edit letters to corporations, public figures, government officials, and other decision makers
• Draft and update PETA reports, speeches, and web text covering a variety of issues
• Respond to various inquiries from PETA supporters and the public via e-mail and telephone
• Professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues to the public
• Exercise sound judgment and confidentiality at all times
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years of project management experience
• Extensive experience conducting and analyzing Internet research
• Extensive knowledge of online marketing and social media
• Demonstrated excellent decision-making skills and the proven ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proven exceptional verbal communication skills
• Proven excellent writing and editing abilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Proven thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Apr 09, 2018
Full time
Position Objectives:
To manage a variety of projects for several departments and to assist the executive vice president
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Independently coordinate various campaigns and projects
• Perform independent research and analysis related to a variety of PETA programs and campaigns
• Handle correspondence and other matters on the vice president's behalf while she is traveling or otherwise indisposed
• Draft and edit letters to corporations, public figures, government officials, and other decision makers
• Draft and update PETA reports, speeches, and web text covering a variety of issues
• Respond to various inquiries from PETA supporters and the public via e-mail and telephone
• Professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues to the public
• Exercise sound judgment and confidentiality at all times
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years of project management experience
• Extensive experience conducting and analyzing Internet research
• Extensive knowledge of online marketing and social media
• Demonstrated excellent decision-making skills and the proven ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proven exceptional verbal communication skills
• Proven excellent writing and editing abilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Proven thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
