Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins

GOALS Foundation Intern

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins - Intern
Wilkes-Barre · PA
Communications/Community Relations: Community Relations
Key Responsibilities:

Game Day Fundraising Support:
  • Assist with game day fundraising activities, including 50/50 raffles, jersey raffles, tire toss, and merchandise drops. 
  • Prepare items for fundraiser sales, ensuring all materials are organized and ready for use.

Event Fundraiser Preparation:
  • Support the planning and execution of event fundraisers such as the Penguins 5K, the Santa Brunch, and Pens and Pins events.
  • Assist with logistics, registration, and participant coordination.

Donation Requests:
  • Fulfill donation request bags, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
  • Maintain records of donation requests and follow up with recipients as needed.

Fundraiser Group Outings:
  • Follow up on fundraiser group outings, ensuring a positive experience for all participants.
  • Assist with the coordination and communication for group outings.

Social Media Content Creation:
  • Create engaging content for the foundation's social media platforms to promote events, highlight successes, and engage with the community.
  • Monitor social media channels and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.

Learning and Development:
  • Gain exposure to other departments, including ticket sales, sponsorship sales, and creative services.
  • Participate in department meetings and training sessions.

Project Work:
  • Complete a project encompassing the entire fundraiser sale cycle from concept to creation.
  • Present the project to the foundation team, showcasing the skills and knowledge acquired during the internship.

Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a bachelor’s degree program in Nonprofit Management, Sports Management, Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
  • Internship must be for credit
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and social media platforms.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Passion for community engagement and the foundation’s mission.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous experience in event planning, fundraising, or nonprofit work.
  • Creative skills for content creation and social media engagement.

Benefits:
  • Practical experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and event planning.
  • Exposure to various departments within the organization.
  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community initiatives.

Job Questions:

  1. Are you able to receive college credit for this internship?