Temporary Nonprofit Administration Summer Intern

North Carolina State University

$15/hr

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Apr 23, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195092TM
Position Number	11ASO3448
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	The JC Raulston Arboretum is a nationally acclaimed garden with one of the largest and most diverse collections of landscape plants adapted for landscape use in the Southeast. It is part of the NC State University's campus and offers a unique opportunity for students to study and enjoy this diverse collection of plants. Part of the Arboretum's mission is to provide educational experiences to the general public, students of all ages, and the green industry. The JC Raulston Arboretum maintains a vibrant calendar of programs ranging from free, online programming to weekend symposiums to summer camps for children and youth. The Nonprofit Administration Intern will dive into the heart of running our vibrant public garden and will be an integral part of the team that supports daily operations. Working closely with our permanent staff, you will gain practical work experience in nonprofit planning and procedures. Project areas may include special events, marketing, member and public communication, membership and volunteer program administration. Tasks to include: Intermittent front desk and phone coverage Entering memberships Coordinating volunteer projects Content creation for social media Active campaign mailings Assistance with events (including Southeastern Plant Symposium, Moonlight in the Garden, Evening Garden strolls) Event promotion on community calendars Apparel inventory Poster creation for programs and events other duties as assigned. Specific responsibilities will be dependent on current organizational priorities, and intern skills and interests. Internship will run from May 12 until August 15, 2025. This is a 32-40 hour per week position. Work Schedule: Work schedule will be determined with intern, but will take place during business hours, Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (may vary with program needs). Occasional night or weekend hours may be needed. Education Requirements: Full-time undergraduate student in a 4-year college program, preferably majoring in business administration, communications, marketing or English. Students in horticulture, landscape design, botany or other plant related sciences with excellent communications skills should apply. Students who will graduate in Spring 2025 are eligible.
Is Time Limited	No
If Yes, Appointment Length

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	JCRA

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title	Temporary Nonprofit Administration Summer Intern

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	32-40/hrs per week
Other Work/Responsibilities	n/a
Minimum Experience/Education	Full-time undergraduate student in a 4-year college program
Department Required Skills	Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to take on new tasks Ability to work independently Strong project management, multitasking, and decision-making skills Follow and complete instructions and work with common safety practices to protect yourself as well as fellow Arboretum staff Ability to move about freely in the garden on uneven and often we grounds
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Experience using Canva, Adobe, or other creative/design development software Photography and/or videography experience
Required License or Certification	Valid driver's license
Valid NC Driver's License required?	Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$15/hr

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	04/23/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/217608

AA/EEO

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