Parkinson Canada
Toronto, ON, Canada
Summer Employment Opportunity
Events and Partnerships Intern
Contract: May 13 – August 30, 2019 Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday Salary: $14 per hour Location: Toronto, ON
Parkinson Canada is the definitive voice for Parkinson’s disease in Canada. Our purpose is to transform the lives of people living with Parkinson’s. We do this through research leading to better treatments and the end of Parkinson’s, advocacy bringing the voices of Parkinson’s to the forefront and support that helps people live well with Parkinson’s through education and services. Our work is made possible through the generosity of donors.
As a Parkinson Canada Employee, we believe in being: • Bold by embracing new ideas and confidently taking action. • Compassionate by striving always to walk in the shoes of those we serve. • Collaborative by working cooperatively with all stakeholders so that together we can achieve more. • Trustworthy by keeping our word and always doing what we promise.
What we need As part of a Canada-wide team of staff and volunteers, the Events and Partnerships Intern is responsible for supporting the successful delivery of Parkinson SuperWalk in Ontario and the coordination of other special events and fundraising activities as directed. Specifically, the position is responsible for working with the Events and Partnerships team to ensure that key Parkinson SuperWalk locations and volunteers are well supported throughout the summer, while building strong relationships with associated walkers and volunteers. A grass roots, volunteer driven, event Parkinson SuperWalk relies on a network of volunteers to coordinate its events throughout the country. The focus of this role is to support volunteers and staff in execution of their events, including support with marketing, promotion, materials development and event logistics.
Your contribution As the successful candidate, you will bring your “can do” attitude, high professionalism, and superior customer service or organizational skills to fulfill the following responsibilities:
Support of Toronto SuperWalks and Toronto SuperWalk Committee • Work with Events and Partnerships Associate to implement the Toronto walk strategy to support walk growth. • Participate as an active member of the Toronto SuperWalk committee, filling vacant roles and supporting volunteer members in executing their tasks. • Ensure that the SuperWalk web-site and the on-line registrations are updated for Toronto; manage walker requests related to the web site, data management; update website as required. • Ensure Manager and committees are kept up to date on the Toronto walk(s) activities. • Identify key constituents requiring recognition i.e. walkers who raise $1000+ and maintain strong relationships with all Toronto Walkers. • Support the execution of all planning and logistical concerns for the Toronto events. • Work with Events and Partnerships Associate to order, prepare and develop all requisite Toronto walk sites promotional and logistical materials. • With support from Parkinson Canada’s events team, implement key strategies to be focused on throughout each year for Parkinson SuperWalk to grow. • Support Ontario volunteers and committees as required. • Participate in Monthly Parkinson SuperWalk conference calls and other development opportunities. • Support all planning and logistical concerns for walks as needed, in accordance with supplied event character, criteria and critical path. • Prepare and develop all requisite walk promotional and logistical materials with support from Parkinson Canada’s events team. • Work with other staff to ensure efficient and timely distribution of necessary materials. • Update walk information on website as required.
Support of Marketing Initiatives across Canada • Manage online event posting and promotions campaign. • Develop and distribute promotional materials as required. • As part of a media support team across the country, conduct interviews with participants in local markets and integrate content into media release template. • Pitch approved story drafts to local media as assigned. • Track pickup of pitched media stories.
What is needed to succeed in this role • Completed or pursuing post-secondary education in a related field. • Fundraising experience, with a proven track record in event management. • Experience in not for profit sector an asset. • Experience in volunteer management is required. • Familiarity with key event management concepts (maintenance of critical path, etc.). • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. • Excellent research, analytical and written skills. • Computer literacy, including MS Word and Excel. • Demonstrated ability to be flexible. • Outgoing, enthusiastic and positive. • Ability to travel within Ontario. • Bilingual (French and English) an asset.
Eligibility : • Youth between the ages 15 to 30 who legally entitled to work in Canada.
Candidates must apply by 4:00 p.m. on April 24, 2019 in order to be considered.
Human Resources Parkinson Canada 4211 Yonge Street, Suite 316 Toronto, Ontario M2P 2A9 E-mail: human.resources@parkinson.ca Please quote Reference #EPI-0419
Parkinson Canada will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please indicate accommodations as required if contacted.
Summer Employment Opportunity
Events and Partnerships Intern
Contract: May 13 – August 30, 2019 Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday Salary: $14 per hour Location: Toronto, ON
Parkinson Canada is the definitive voice for Parkinson’s disease in Canada. Our purpose is to transform the lives of people living with Parkinson’s. We do this through research leading to better treatments and the end of Parkinson’s, advocacy bringing the voices of Parkinson’s to the forefront and support that helps people live well with Parkinson’s through education and services. Our work is made possible through the generosity of donors.
As a Parkinson Canada Employee, we believe in being: • Bold by embracing new ideas and confidently taking action. • Compassionate by striving always to walk in the shoes of those we serve. • Collaborative by working cooperatively with all stakeholders so that together we can achieve more. • Trustworthy by keeping our word and always doing what we promise.
What we need As part of a Canada-wide team of staff and volunteers, the Events and Partnerships Intern is responsible for supporting the successful delivery of Parkinson SuperWalk in Ontario and the coordination of other special events and fundraising activities as directed. Specifically, the position is responsible for working with the Events and Partnerships team to ensure that key Parkinson SuperWalk locations and volunteers are well supported throughout the summer, while building strong relationships with associated walkers and volunteers. A grass roots, volunteer driven, event Parkinson SuperWalk relies on a network of volunteers to coordinate its events throughout the country. The focus of this role is to support volunteers and staff in execution of their events, including support with marketing, promotion, materials development and event logistics.
Your contribution As the successful candidate, you will bring your “can do” attitude, high professionalism, and superior customer service or organizational skills to fulfill the following responsibilities:
Support of Toronto SuperWalks and Toronto SuperWalk Committee • Work with Events and Partnerships Associate to implement the Toronto walk strategy to support walk growth. • Participate as an active member of the Toronto SuperWalk committee, filling vacant roles and supporting volunteer members in executing their tasks. • Ensure that the SuperWalk web-site and the on-line registrations are updated for Toronto; manage walker requests related to the web site, data management; update website as required. • Ensure Manager and committees are kept up to date on the Toronto walk(s) activities. • Identify key constituents requiring recognition i.e. walkers who raise $1000+ and maintain strong relationships with all Toronto Walkers. • Support the execution of all planning and logistical concerns for the Toronto events. • Work with Events and Partnerships Associate to order, prepare and develop all requisite Toronto walk sites promotional and logistical materials. • With support from Parkinson Canada’s events team, implement key strategies to be focused on throughout each year for Parkinson SuperWalk to grow. • Support Ontario volunteers and committees as required. • Participate in Monthly Parkinson SuperWalk conference calls and other development opportunities. • Support all planning and logistical concerns for walks as needed, in accordance with supplied event character, criteria and critical path. • Prepare and develop all requisite walk promotional and logistical materials with support from Parkinson Canada’s events team. • Work with other staff to ensure efficient and timely distribution of necessary materials. • Update walk information on website as required.
Support of Marketing Initiatives across Canada • Manage online event posting and promotions campaign. • Develop and distribute promotional materials as required. • As part of a media support team across the country, conduct interviews with participants in local markets and integrate content into media release template. • Pitch approved story drafts to local media as assigned. • Track pickup of pitched media stories.
What is needed to succeed in this role • Completed or pursuing post-secondary education in a related field. • Fundraising experience, with a proven track record in event management. • Experience in not for profit sector an asset. • Experience in volunteer management is required. • Familiarity with key event management concepts (maintenance of critical path, etc.). • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. • Excellent research, analytical and written skills. • Computer literacy, including MS Word and Excel. • Demonstrated ability to be flexible. • Outgoing, enthusiastic and positive. • Ability to travel within Ontario. • Bilingual (French and English) an asset.
Eligibility : • Youth between the ages 15 to 30 who legally entitled to work in Canada.
Candidates must apply by 4:00 p.m. on April 24, 2019 in order to be considered.
Human Resources Parkinson Canada 4211 Yonge Street, Suite 316 Toronto, Ontario M2P 2A9 E-mail: human.resources@parkinson.ca Please quote Reference #EPI-0419
Parkinson Canada will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please indicate accommodations as required if contacted.
Navy Pier
Chicago, IL, USA
Summer Intern, Arts, Culture & Engagement
Chicago, IL
It takes a special kind of person to work at Navy Pier. An individual who knows how to be part of a team. Someone with a sense of fun who’s serious about their work. Whether you’re scanning tickets, managing a team, working in an office or operating a ride, you won’t just be “doing a job.” You’ll be creating memories for our guests that will last a lifetime. Are YOU that kind of person?
Mission
Navy Pier is the People’s Pier, Chicago’s lakefront treasure, welcoming all and offering dynamic and eclectic experiences through partnerships and programs that inspire discovery and wonder.
Job Summary
The ACE Intern will provide assistance with production of ACE programs for the summer season (Memorial Day-Labor Day). Duties include but are not limited to, creation and placement of directional/informational signs, coordination of trade labor, artist coordination and on site assistance, and stage management of performances.
Projects, Duties, and Responsibilities:
This position works on projects including, but not limited to:
General assistance with the planning and production of performances
Special events, fireworks, rehearsals, meetings, and workshops
Stage management
Interfacing with performers and vendors
Communicating technical/logistical needs to appropriate parties.
This position will research audience development, create and maintain schedules for performances, media calls and special events, as well as receive, maintain, and advance information regarding contracted performers. Interns will also prepare event promotional information, write and edit departmental correspondence, maintain entertainment calendars, handle signage requests, phone and e-mail inquiries, mailings and general administrative duties as assigned.
This position will require flexible availability on nights, weekends and holidays .
Education:
Current or recent enrollment in a graduate or undergraduate degree program.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the individual is required to;
Regularly sit, stand, walk, kneel, or crouch.
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Occasionally reach with hands and arms
Regularly talk or hear.
Regularly use a computer and telephone equipment.
Use specific vision abilities including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally move and lift up to 10 pounds.
The preceding job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities of the role and Navy Pier Inc. reserves the right to modify this role at its discretion.
Navy Pier Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Summer Intern, Arts, Culture & Engagement
Chicago, IL
It takes a special kind of person to work at Navy Pier. An individual who knows how to be part of a team. Someone with a sense of fun who’s serious about their work. Whether you’re scanning tickets, managing a team, working in an office or operating a ride, you won’t just be “doing a job.” You’ll be creating memories for our guests that will last a lifetime. Are YOU that kind of person?
Mission
Navy Pier is the People’s Pier, Chicago’s lakefront treasure, welcoming all and offering dynamic and eclectic experiences through partnerships and programs that inspire discovery and wonder.
Job Summary
The ACE Intern will provide assistance with production of ACE programs for the summer season (Memorial Day-Labor Day). Duties include but are not limited to, creation and placement of directional/informational signs, coordination of trade labor, artist coordination and on site assistance, and stage management of performances.
Projects, Duties, and Responsibilities:
This position works on projects including, but not limited to:
General assistance with the planning and production of performances
Special events, fireworks, rehearsals, meetings, and workshops
Stage management
Interfacing with performers and vendors
Communicating technical/logistical needs to appropriate parties.
This position will research audience development, create and maintain schedules for performances, media calls and special events, as well as receive, maintain, and advance information regarding contracted performers. Interns will also prepare event promotional information, write and edit departmental correspondence, maintain entertainment calendars, handle signage requests, phone and e-mail inquiries, mailings and general administrative duties as assigned.
This position will require flexible availability on nights, weekends and holidays .
Education:
Current or recent enrollment in a graduate or undergraduate degree program.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the individual is required to;
Regularly sit, stand, walk, kneel, or crouch.
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Occasionally reach with hands and arms
Regularly talk or hear.
Regularly use a computer and telephone equipment.
Use specific vision abilities including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally move and lift up to 10 pounds.
The preceding job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities of the role and Navy Pier Inc. reserves the right to modify this role at its discretion.
Navy Pier Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
