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Development Department Internship

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
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An internship with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. 

  

The National MS Society is offering an exciting internship opportunity within the Development department. This paid internship can provide school credit and offers valuable experience in the nonprofit, fundraising, and event planning industries. This position is ideal for someone seeking a career in nonprofit, marketing, fundraising, event production, and/or communications. Candidates must be self-motivated, a team player, result-oriented, and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people living with and affected by MS. This position will work directly with the Bike MS Ohio team on the recruitment and cultivation of Bike MS participants, volunteers, sponsors, and vendors with the end result of reaching the Bike MS campaign fundraising and recruitment goals.  

 

This is a remote paid internship available for Summer 2024.

 

What You Will Do:

 

Fundraising & Campaign Support 65% 

  • Ensure enhanced participant experience through customer service, and engaging event participants with phone calls and emails to assist with fundraising and event recruitment 
  • Contribute to event campaign goals through engagement of a small portfolio of dedicated fundraisers. Additionally, work one on one with fundraisers to build and execute strategies designed to increase participant fundraising & recruitment. 
  • Assist with planning and execution of Bike MS Ohio rides, attending event planning meetings regularly  
  • Presence as Society staff at Bike MS Ohio rides (Toledo/June 8-9th; Oxford/July 20-21st  Cleveland/August 10 -12th)  
  • Weekly check-in with Bike MS Ohio team to discuss tasks/project status  

 

Marketing & Recruitment 20% 

  • Increase recruitment numbers through distribution of promotional materials. 
  • Research local promotional opportunities and potential community partnerships.  
  • Assist with ongoing mail campaigns throughout the season. 

 

Administrative 15% 

  • Assistance with packet pickup process; assembly, mailings, participant outreach and waiver completion for riders 
  • Manage post-event collateral inventory and assist with the mail campaign 

 

Learning Objectives 

The Bike MS Intern will: 

  • Gain experience in campaign management, community engagement, and event logistics. 
  • Acquire skills essential to strategic relationship management such as research, acquisition, cultivation, stewardship, retention. 
  • Learn an array of transferable online databases and platforms including relationship management tools and Excel.  
  • Network and build relationships cross functionally with national NMSS colleagues and Ohio-area professionals for ongoing opportunities. 

 

 

What You Will Bring:

  • Currently pursuing a degree as a Junior or Senior in College or any year in graduate school 
  • Open to all majors with a preference for the following: Hospitality Management, Event Management, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Non-Profit Management, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Public Health, or related field. 
  • Ability to work 12 weeks, 15 hours/week.
  • Preferred availability to work one or more Bike MS Ohio events to see all their hard work come to fruition for all three Bike MS Ohio rides (Toledo/June 8-9th; Oxford/July 20-21st  Cleveland/August 10 -12th) 
  • Strong knowledge of computer and data entry. Must possess a pleasant manner, be dependable, people-oriented, comfortable with public speaking, savvy in marketing and public relations, multitasking expert.  
  • Access to reliable internet (required for remote or hybrid positions) 
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software for e-mail, document, and spreadsheet creation/management – specific training will be provided. 

 

What We Will Offer: 

We are dedicated to your personal and professional growth while you work with us and beyond.  Here are some of the things you can expect as an intern with our organization. 

Networking and professional development sessions with other interns across the organization 

Mentoring from Society staff dedicated to the internship program. 

The opportunity to uncover and leverage your strengths through Clifton Strengths assessment & evaluation. 

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that brings the power of diversity to life through our Employee Resource Groups “ERGs”, Inclusive Voices, Society Pride and Workability. Our ERGs are dedicated to supporting the continued development of your professional and leadership skills. 

Continued networking and engagement opportunities via our LinkedIn group for Past and Present interns 

Opportunity to learn about multiple sclerosis and work with the leading national organization supporting people impacted by MS. 

 

The hourly rate for internships is $15, except when noted differently above OR where local minimum wage exceeds that figure, in which case the hourly rate will be the higher of the two. If you are unable to be paid for this internship due to outside funding or other directives from your educational institution – please let your hiring manager know AFTER you have been identified as the final candidate.  

 

About the National MS Society 

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a national Non-Profit that exists because there are people with MS. Our vision is a world free of MS. Everything we do is focused so that people affected by MS can live their best lives as we stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end MS forever. 

 

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS. 

 

Welcome

Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you!  

 

Thanks for your interest in working on our team!!

About Us

We are more than an organization. We are a movement.

 

We are a movement by and for people affected by MS. Until we end this disease forever, we will do whatever it takes to accelerate breakthroughs.


We are a movement united in our collective power to do something about MS now – to move together towards a world free of multiple sclerosis.


We're so glad you've taken the time to explore career opportunities with us. By joining our network, we hope you will learn more about how we fulfill our mission and find your place in this movement.
 

Thank you for your consideration and interest in bringing your talents to the National MS Society!