Job Opportunities
Summer 2012 Internship Opportunities
Marketing/Development Internship
The NMLC is seeking a qualified individual interested in pursuing a career in non-profit marketing, development, or management.
Responsibilities
- Promoting NMLC’s mission through appropriate publications and venues.
- Assisting with donor outreach and communications, including donor tracking, follow-up, and upkeep of the donor database.
- Updating community and website calendars with upcoming events and educational programs.
- Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising events including our annual Mermaid Ball, Feet Fins & Flippers 5K, Douglas J Fletcher Memorial Golf Tournament, and The Spectacle of the Trees.
- Creating event marketing materials
- Writing press releases
- Managing the 5K t-shirt design competition
- Recruiting event sponsors
- Recruiting donations for auction and raffle prizes
- Helping with event registration and day of preparations
- Upkeep of social media outlets including Facebook, Twitter, and our WordPress platform website.
- Research potential funding sources and apply for funding through grants and sponsorship programs.
- Update and edit current marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, direct mailings, and educational materials.
- Create & update NMLC’s marketing plan, social media policy, media policy, & other relevant communication policies
Qualifications
- The internship is open to students who are currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from an accredited college or university.
- Preference will be given to students or recent graduates in marketing, communications, or other related fields.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills & attention to detail
- Must be outgoing and personable with good social and conversational skills.
- Have knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and social media outlets, including Facebook, Twitter, Youtube & blogging
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Intern must be able to commit to at least three months; start and end dates are flexible due to school schedules.
- Intern must work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
This position is unpaid, the intern must have their own transportation, and housing is not provided, but NMLC will offer suggestions.
To Apply- Send your resume, cover letter, and one letter of reference to Sarah Trudel at strudel@NMLC.org or PO Box 269, Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts 02532. Applications must be received by February 24th 2012.








The National Marine Life Center is an independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) marine animal hospital and science and education center dedicated to rehabilitating for release stranded sea turtles, seals, dolphins, porpoises, and small whales, and to advancing scientific knowledge and education in marine wildlife health and conservation.

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