Marketing & Special Events Intern at Easterseals Iowa

Des Moines, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Planning Skills, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Problem-Solving, Teamwork, Microsoft Office Suite, Event Planning, Graphic Design, Research, Relationship Building, Attention To Detail, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Visual Design, Self-Motivated

Industry

Philanthropic Fundraising Services

Description

Description Easterseals Iowa is currently seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to join our team in a Marketing & Special Events role! This particular position will assist with our Fall Festival & 100th Anniversary Events! This paid internship will involve a variety of responsibilities, including planning and executing our annual Fall Festival, as well as spearheading the research and planning efforts for our organization's 100th Anniversary in 2026. 100th Anniversary Event Planning: Conduct extensive research to identify and compile a list of individuals to be invited to the 100th Anniversary celebration in 2026. Reach out to former team members, clients, campers, and families to gather information and build relationships. Assist in planning and organizing anniversary events throughout 2026. Photo Archive Organization: Organize and categorize a large collection of historical photographs. Create a system for accessing and preserving the photo archive. Qualifications: Strong organizational and planning skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Creative problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Interest in community events and engagement. Prior experience with event planning (preferred but not required). Former or current respite team members are strongly encouraged to apply. Compensation: $15- $18 per hour, depending on experience level Schedule: Approximately 10-15 hours per week, preferably in the office with some flexibility. Commitment: Ideal candidate will commit to the internship through the end of 2026 to assist with yearly planning. At minimum, commitment through mid-June 2026 is required. Applicants who currently work for our respite department are urged to apply to this position. Requirements Current college student studying marketing, graphic design, public relations, journalism, advertising or related field – special event experience or project management experience is a plus. • Skills in graphic design software, specifically, Adobe Suite is desired. • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint • Ability to work under pressure of deadlines, manage multiple priorities and attention to detail. • Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal formats. Strong written and oral communication skills. • Ability to write compelling, client-focused impact stories. • High energy and self-motivated • Ability to work with a variety of persons • Strong visual design sense and creativity • Demonstrated success working independently • Ability to work “non-traditional” hours as required, including weekends, evenings and holidays. • Possession of valid Iowa Driver’s License and maintenance of good driving record. • Insurable under Easterseals vehicle insurance policy • Access to reliable transportation for work-related travel. • Access to telephone for on-call system. • Ability to lift 15 pounds. I

Responsibilities

This role involves assisting with the planning and execution of the annual Fall Festival and spearheading research and planning for the organization's 100th Anniversary in 2026. Responsibilities also include organizing and categorizing a large collection of historical photographs.