The program/administrative intern will help build a dynamic, start-up volunteer organization that is an affiliate of the leading national volunteer network. They will work to advance the mission of Hands On Northeast Ohio by assisting with the coordination and implementation of community programs and special projects, development, supporting the launch of the Cuyahoga County Volunteer Center and expanding corporate volunteerism. Hands On Northeast Ohio will strive to provide the intern with a well-rounded experience and work with the intern to set individual goals for an optimal experience at Hands On. This is a HUGE opportunity for an extremely organized individual to possibly grow an internship into the 2nd staff position at Hands On Northeast Ohio.

Specific Responsibilities:
•Assist with program development, agency outreach, gaining experience in the process of building and executing a volunteer project
•Assist with the development and coordination of the monthly project calendar newsletter and e-newsletter
•Help maintain the volunteer database and volunteer files by entering new data, filing volunteer forms, and updating volunteer hours
•Potential technology support with training on Dreamweaver and on Hands On Technology
•Assist with site visits and writing up work scopes with task descriptions and tools and material allocations
•Provide general information about Hands On Northeast Ohio to volunteers, potential volunteers, and partners through phone, mail, and email inquiries
•Work with Hands On Network and partner affiliates to research best practices for program management, program development, fundraising, marketing, and strategic partnerships
•Attend a Hands On new volunteer orientation
•Research potential corporate project partners
•Contribute to volunteer recruitment and retention planning
•Help develop the foundation for 1st annual day of service
•Help support the development and pilot of national service programs focused on teams, youth and families
•Assistance with development/fundraising (grant writing, strategic partnership, corporate volunteerism)
•Assistance with organizational marketing locally and regionally
•Training regarding volunteerism locally and nationally
•Take part in Hands On’s evening and weekend volunteer projects and leadership development opportunities, if interested
•Attend board meeting and meetings with business, nonprofits, and community leaders to better understand the development community relationships and dynamics, if interested
•Support and lead volunteer programs if interested

Contact Jeff Griffiths at 440-339-2268 or send your resume to jeff@handsonneo.org.