United Way Internhip

VeritageMiami is looking for a driven intern to join the United Way Direct Team. The ideal applicant is seeking a business and/or marketing-based degree at the junior or senior level or a recent graduate to assist with administration level work as well as superior customer engagement via all social media outlets. Must be a strong writer and possess knowledge of business strategies, including various sales and marketing tactics. This is a unique opportunity for a student or recent graduate to develop a portfolio while gaining insight into business strategies, sales and business tactics to growing in a corporate environment.

Responsibilities:

 Assist United Way Direct with the execution of VeritageMiami events: Interactive Dinner, Craft Beer Tasting, Associate Legal Mingle and new events

 Set up meetings, direct incoming calls and update outgoing materials

 Communicate regularly with various departments to obtain information (written and oral)

 Assist social media Senior Manager with optimization and sustainability plan

 Facilitate outreach efforts and online conversations with customers, breweries, restaurants and other lifestyle brands and respond to queries in a timely manner

 Report on online reviews, analytical data and feedback from customers and fans

 Research audience preferences and discover current trends

 Suggest new ways to attract prospective customers, like promotions and competitions

 Renew past restaurants and secure new restaurants for Craft Beer Tasting in February

 Support events team preparing and setting up for events, such as silent auction items

 Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Internship Objectives

 Learn the inner workings of the nonprofit field and how to promote the United Way brand

 Develop research skills needed to pitch media

 Gain experience working across departments on collective goals

 Learn how to interpret and develop business strategies

Requirements:

 Basic knowledge of traditional and digital channels

 Excellent oral and written communication skills

 Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Google, LinkedIn