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E-COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP
Minnesota Council on Foundations
Posted April 10, 2008

The Minnesota Council on Foundations (MCF), a statewide membership association of private and community foundations and corporate giving programs, is seeking a volunteer intern to assist in maintaining the organization’s website, www.mcf.org, and supporting other e-communications activities. This opportunity is at the MCF office, located in the Mill District of downtown Minneapolis. MCF seeks an individual who can devote 15 hours a week for two to three months, 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. weekdays. (Hours and schedule are flexible.)

Benefits/specific learning opportunities for the volunteer intern include:

Honing and building e-communications skills, including website maintenance and design, e-newsletter planning and execution, e-postcard development and distribution, blogging and/or social networking activities
Building awareness and understanding of integrated communications strategies and tactics
Increasing understanding about Minnesota’s philanthropic and nonprofit communities
Gaining experience working in a service-oriented membership association
Enhancing organizational and other skills utilized in professional work settings

Position description:
Under the direction of the Vice President of Communications and the Web Communications Associate, the intern will source and update content for the organization’s current website, assist with tasks related to development of a new website, and support other e-communications tactics as requested. The organization seeks someone with a strong work ethic, enthusiasm for the profession of communications, and a commitment to service in the nonprofit sector.

Skills needed:

Proficiency with HTML
Exceptional writing, copyediting and proofreading skills
Interest in design, photography and electronic media
Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to listen, ask clarifying questions and follow directions
Ability to analyze and make decisions

To apply:
Send a cover e-mail and resume to Wendy Wehr, Vice President of Communications and Information Services, by May 1, 2008 at wwehr@mcf.org. No phone calls, please.

The Minnesota Council on Foundations is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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