Potter Park Zoo Special Projects Intern

Potter Park Zoo - Lansing , Michigan

Description

The Potter Park Zoo Special Projects Internship provides knowledge and education on the process of event planning in several events including Ice Safari, Zoo Nights, Zoo Days, Members Night, Boo at the Zoo, Wonderland of Lights and a variety of private events. The intern will work on projects and in areas including but not limited to sales, sponsorships, marketing, logistics, volunteer management, catering, diversity, inclusion and equity and more under the close supervision of Potter Park Zoo staff. Potter Park Zoo will work closely with the student's university in order to meet their respective requirements for students looking to receive credit for their internship. The 30-week Special Projects Internship is held May through November or January through August. We also offer a 15-Week Special Projects Internship which will run May through August or June through September.

During the Special Projects Internship interns will gain hands on experience in: • Understanding the Lansing community/target market served by Potter Park Zoo. • Learning about Potter Park Zoo history, mission, goals, accomplishments, programs, services, finances, and facilities offered. • Discussing opportunities for a Major Student Project. This could include but is not limited to: Hosting a private event independently, creating a brand-new activity for Zoo Days, Boo at the Zoo or managing a weekend of Boo at the Zoo or Wonderland of Lights. • Understanding day to day office administration and operations, workplace operations, event issues or trends, office policies and procedures, scheduling and use of facilities, emergency procedures and communication with staff members, volunteers and vendors.

Qualifications

This internship requires a full-time commitment from the student. Interns are expected work a total of 40 hours a week. This will include a flexible schedule, as this position will require weekends during peak event season. This internship runs for a summer, 15 Week or 30 Week duration. Employment is not guaranteed upon completion.

 

Qualifications • Strong project management or organizational skills. • Highly detail oriented, and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software. • Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in written and verbal format and build and maintain relationships. • Positive attitude, enthusiasm, and team spirit. • Experience in coordinating events or other programs preferred. • Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Details

Type of Position: Full-Time Position
Segment of Industry: Meeting & Event Management
Salary: $3,000.00 / Year
Hours: 40

Company Information

Potter Park Zoo
1301 S Pennsylvania Ave
Lansing , Michigan 48912
517-342-2709
Contact: Jenna Worthington

How To Apply

(The pay is a $3000 stipend)

Please submit your cover letter and resume to Special Projects Coordinator, Jenna Worthington at [email protected]

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Additional Information

www.potterparkzoo.org

See attached flyer 

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Posted: 5/7/24