Internship Program

Internship Program Overview

As a non-profit organization, interns are an integral part of the Sustainable Living Association operations.  These inspiring people are an essential part of the organization’s on-going mission of educating people and communities to make healthy sustainable choices.

 

Interns will have the benefit of a dynamic experience with a leading organization committed to applying vision and expertise towards a sustainable future for all. The internship program is open to all individuals who share a passion for learning about sustainability and have an interest in empowering people with skills and knowledge to help themselves and to educate others.

 

Internships are typically a semester long, however there is some flexibility to help meet the needs of students.  All internships are unpaid.  During their time with SLA, interns are asked to work a total of 10-15 hours per week in the direct support of a staff member and/or a specific program.

Social Media Internship

Our Social Media Intern works alongside the Executive Director to increase brand awareness through the usage of social media platforms. Our Social Media Intern gives creative insight into topics to be included in our editorial calendar and seeks creative ways to spread our organizations message. They will use the information shared by management regarding the best course of action to promote the brand and in turn create conversation-starting posts and images for social platforms.  Download Application

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Responsibilities for Social Media Intern

  • Work alongside the team to create a plan for social media strategies monthly
  • Assist in the growth of the brand by raising awareness through various social media platforms
  • Monitor postings to ensure brand message is constant from the terminology used to images posted
  • Aid in the daily aspects of promoting the organization’s campaigns
  • Interact with followers and potential supporters by communicating and answering questions through the company’s social pages
  • Assist in implementing plans to increase followers on popular social media websites such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn
  • Oversee the creating and implementation of a monthly editorial plan
  • Help create content as dictated by the monthly editorial calendar to promote programs, events, blogs, and campaigns

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Qualifications

We are seeking a dynamic, organized, and enthusiastic person with a passion for detail-oriented planning and creative public interaction.  Multitasking and detail management is a large part of the responsibilities and this intern’s position is critical to the quality and overall success of our events and programs.  Our Social Media Intern must be thorough and professional with little supervision. Applicants should be flexible, energetic, and able to manage a broad diversity of challenges at once. A good sense of humor, positive and enthusiastic attitude, and willingness to learn are essential attributes. While training will be provided as necessary, prerequisite/preferred qualities include:

 

  • Experience in engaging with customers in a professional or brand-specific scope
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills
  • Graphic design experience desirable
  • Familiarity with social media best practices, viral and word-of-mouth online marketing practices
  • Early adopter of evolving social media landscape and all its related technological enhancements
  • Knowledge of analyzing websites, creating a content strategy, link building, keyword strategy, and implementing SEO best practices to increase rankings on all major search networks
  • 1 year of experience in digital marketing (Classes, Other Internships, Projects, etc.)
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems
  • Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills

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How to Apply

The Sustainable Living Association encourages all persons that have reviewed the description of our program to apply for a position.

 

Applicants should submit the following:

  • Cover letter which includes a personal statement about why this internship appeals to you
  • Current one-page resume including 2 work or volunteer related (non-personal) contact references
  • A 250 word or less personal biography

 

All application materials should be sent via email to: kellie@sustainablelivingassociation.org

 

Applications will be considered incomplete if they lack any information listed above and will not be considered a viable candidate.   All applications will be reviewed and responded to.  Please, no phone calls – all questions should be submitted via the email listed above.

Youth Climate Action Internship

Our Youth Climate Action Intern works alongside the Executive Director and student organizers to plan and coordinate the Youth Climate Action event on September 23rd, 2023. They will be able to provide oversight on strategic development with a creative flair that attracts other students into the planning process. Our intern must be well-organized with good communication skills and attention to detail. Add a shot of enthusiasm and passion for sustainability and you’ll be our ideal candidate. Download Application

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Responsibilities

  • Coordination of the Youth Climate Action event in partnership with student organizers, the City of Fort Collins, local businesses, non-profit organizations, and CSU.
  • Recruit students and community members to the planning committee.
  • Plan and coordinate community service projects for students, interactions with local elected officials and job fair participants.
  • Coordinate negotiations for event space, arrange food and beverage for students, arrange for donations, order supplies and equipment.
  • Assist with collateral design and creating promotions, marketing materials and securing press for the event.
  • Schedule meetings (virtual), prepare agendas, take notes and follow up on action items.
  • Serve as the liaison with partners, donors, sponsors, and vendors on event-related matters.
  • Manage on-site production, volunteer coordination, and clean up for event as necessary.
  • Close out event as required: survey, feedback, reports, and statistics.

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Qualifications

We are seeking a dynamic, organized, and enthusiastic person with a passion for detail-oriented planning and creative community interaction.  Multitasking and detail management is a large part of the responsibilities and this intern’s position is critical to the quality and overall success of our event.  Our Youth Climate Action Intern must be thorough and professional with little supervision. Applicants should be flexible, energetic, and able to manage a broad diversity of challenges at once. A good sense of humor, positive and enthusiastic attitude, and willingness to learn are essential attributes. While training will be provided as necessary, prerequisite/preferred qualities include:

 

  • Experienced person with ability to manage administration and logistics in support of Executive Director, student coordinators & participants, interns, volunteers, and community partners in a busy non-profit environment.
  • Ability to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, and meet deadlines with little supervision.
  • Design, implement, and direct multiple projects within program area, setting deadlines and ensuring program accountability.
  • Effective supervision of and ability to motivate and support student coordinators and volunteers.
  • Actively creating a collaborative work environment, fostering a solution-oriented approach to challenges and encourages innovation.
  • Ability to guide both the high-level vision of events, and simultaneously oversee the numerous details involved in successfully managing the program.
  • The event coordinator should have a love for sustainable community building and sustainable event management, provide outstanding customer service, be an enthusiastic professional, and be able to build relationships with internal and external customers.
  • Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Team player, flexible and compassionate.
  • Proficient using the latest versions of Microsoft Word, and Excel.

 

How to Apply

The Sustainable Living Association encourages all persons that have reviewed the description of our program to apply for a position.

 

Applicants should submit the following:

  • Cover letter which includes a personal statement about why this internship appeals to you
  • Current one-page resume including 2 work or volunteer related (non-personal) contact references
  • A 250 word or less personal biography

 

All application materials should be sent via e-mail to: kellie@sustainablelivingassociation.org

 

Applications will be considered incomplete if they lack any information listed above and will not be considered a viable candidate.   All applications will be reviewed and responded to.  Please, no phone calls – all questions should be submitted via the e-mail listed above.