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Internship at Alhambra US Chamber of Commerce

The Alhambra US Chamber of Commerce is seeking motivated, creative and personable interns to work with our Austin-based 501(c)(6) entity involved with promoting international education, business and marketing focused on interaction between the United States and other nations.

Internships are available in the spring, summer and fall semesters.

Description:

Interns provide the following support to Alhambra staff members:

  • Help with social media and website updates
  • International education and business research
  • Drafting and proofing correspondence
  • Digital marketing content creation
  • Event planning
  • Arranging for domestic and international travel
  • Calendar management
  • Organizing files
  • General administrative support (as needed)

Qualifications:

Successful intern candidates are typically:

  • In the process of obtaining a degree (ideally in marketing, business, advertising, graphic design, international relations, political science, communications, journalism or a related discipline, but others will be considered)
  • Articulate, able to express themselves and have a pleasing phone manner
  • Familiar with MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
  • Dependable, self-reliant, motivated self-starters
  • Strong research skills and focus to detail

Special consideration will be given to applicants with one or more of the following skills/ aptitudes:

  • Graphic design
  • Previous political, economic, or business research experience
  • HTML, web design, and web editing experience
  • Web optimization experience
  • Excellent phone and communication skills
  • Sales and marketing experience

How to Apply

This is an exceptional opportunity for young adults interested in a career in international business, cross-cultural marketing to build experience and connections by working with a unique international entity with world class directors. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter of intent to staff@alhambrauschamber.org

1. Location: Austin, TX.

2. This is a volunteer internship

3. This is a part-time position.

4. This is a flexible position (office is open from 8am-10pm most days, including weekends).

5. This is an unpaid position.

6. Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.

7. Applications, questions and inquiries about this job can be directed to nwuthrich@alhambrauschamber.org

8. Applications are accepted year round.

For more information please refer to our website atwww.alhambrauschamber.org, or call [[tel:512-477-1454|512-477-1454]]

How to apply

resume and cover letter of intent to staff@alhambrauschamber.org

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Fall Internship at Worker’s Defense Project

ABOUT WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT:

Created in 2002, WDP is a statewide, membership-based organization devoted to workers’ rights and advocacy, chiefly aiming to build power among Texas construction workers.  Its mission – to empower low-income workers to achieve fair employment through education, direct services, organizing and strategic partnerships – is accomplished through a network of dedicated staff, volunteers and members.

WDP is one of the few organizations in Texas focused on addressing workplace abuse faced by low-wage laborers.  Among the most established worker centers in the South, and a leader in the national movement of worker centers fighting for fair conditions for working people, WDP has won numerous awards for its cutting-edge achievements within one of the country’s most difficult climates for workers.

Each year, WDP serves over 2,500 workers through offices in Austin and Dallas by way of various social-service and organizing programs.  WDP concentrates its efforts on winning better work conditions in the construction industry, which is among the most powerful special interest groups in Texas and employs over 900,000 workers statewide, half of whom are undocumented.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Development Intern, Austin

Application Due: August 5th, 2015

WDP is looking for a development intern to help raise money for the organization. The intern will be working with various members of the development team of Workers Defense Project to ensure WDP is meeting its fundraising goals. The development team is primarily responsible for fundraising for the organization through special events, individual donor cultivation, mailings, online appeals, marketing and acquiring donations from organizations, churches and law firms. In addition, the development team manages communications for WDP.

Requirements:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-motivated individual who is able to work independently
  • Commitment to racial and social justice
  • Able to work 10 to 15 hours a week

Responsibilities:

The intern will work the development manager to:

  • Assist in the planning and preparation of special events
  • Conduct individual donor research, including prospect research
  • Track and enter fundraising information into database
  • Draft and deliver donor communications materials
  • Assist with solicitations to diverse audiences
  • Additional tasks as asssigned

Compensation:

  • $150 monthly stipend
  • Valuable knowledge of non-profit operations, how to fundraise, and inner workings of organizing in the labor movement in Texas

How to apply

WDP is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages people of color, immigrants, and LGBTQ individuals to apply. To apply: Please send resume, cover letter and one reference to Brigid Hall at brigid@workersdefense.org.

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Sales & Account Manger Internship with Hooked App

Hooked is a mobile app that provides real-time food and drink deals on and around college campuses. Everyday 1,000’s of users check Hooked to discover new restaurants and take advantage of exclusive deals. The deals on Hooked are based on your location and only last 1-5 hours. Using geo-location, customers can only unlock these deals when they are inside the business. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner the deals are always changing keeping the app looking fresh!
Want to be a part of a fast-growing startup? We are hiring 1 sales/account managing intern to join the Hooked team for the Fall, 2015 semester!
We are looking for a hard-working student who will be responsible for 1) Signing up restaurants, bars, and coffee shops to launch on Hooked, 2) Collaborating with business owners to create exciting deals for Hooked users, 3) Setting up marketing events to raise awareness about Hooked, 4) Maintaining and building relationships with Hooked business owners.
As a sales intern you are not just told what to do. We encourage original ideas and are always seeking creative ways to improve. Your constant collaboration with the VP of Sales and Chief Marketing Officer will allow you the opportunity to put your creative mind to the test.
At Hooked we’re looking for someone who is excited about the opportunity to learn and grow as an individual.
• Personable & professional demeanor is required, as you will be dealing with restaurant owners and representing the company
• Effective communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability achieve goals
• Experience in a prior sales role is a big plus
If interested, please email your resume to Kyle@Hookedapp.com no later than August 10th, 2015