Community Outreach Internship – Operation Smile ILC

Job Description

Role: Community Outreach Internship – Operation Smile ILC

Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Note: This internship is unpaid and requires a minimum commitment of 3 months with a weekly commitment of 15 hours.

Description

Join Operation Smile’s intern team at the Anthony L. and Hideko S. Burgess Interactive Learning Center (ILC), a brand-new exhibit located at Operation Smile’s Global Headquarters. The ILC serves as a “Window to the World,” allowing visitors to journey alongside individuals affected by cleft conditions as they seek safe surgery and comprehensive care. This immersive experience aims to transform the hearts and minds of students, community members, businesses, and visitors to Virginia Beach through programs centered on empathy, culture, medicine, geography, and leadership.

Internship Overview

The Community Outreach Intern, situated within Operation Smile’s Interactive Learning Center (ILC) department, will play a vital role in supporting community engagement initiatives. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in community outreach, event planning, and public relations within a global nonprofit organization.

Essential Functions

• Provide support in planning and attending community events and networking functions.
• Assist in crafting compelling content for social media, newsletters, and other communication platforms to highlight Operation Smile’s achievements and initiatives.
• Identify and research potential community partners, local organizations, and businesses for collaboration opportunities.
• Conduct outreach efforts and maintain detailed records of activities and engagement levels.
• Assist in analyzing data to evaluate the success of outreach endeavors and prepare reports as necessary.
• Collaborate with volunteers, offering guidance and resources for community outreach endeavors.

Internship Takeaways

• Practical experience in a Non-profit/International NGO environment.
• Hands-on experience with content creation across various platforms.
• Development of cross-communication skills.
• Experience with creative writing.
• Practical experience in covering events.
• Exposure to working with donors, partners, and key regional constituents.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of social media platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Time Commitment

• Ability to commit to a minimum of 15 hours per week (more if desired).
• Availability Monday – Friday; typically, between the hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm, with occasional availability after hours, as needed for events.