Assist the Community Relations coordinator in planning and executing community awareness events. This can include contacting community partners to hold the event, identifying venues and supply needs, finding both funding and in-kind donations to meet said needs, conducting promotional activities, and helping coordinate the main event and helping outreach efforts to media and other partners.

This internship requires strong written and verbal communication skills, candidate must be able to communicate clearly and preferably possess strong computer skills. Must be able to work alone or as part of a team, and critical thinking skills and attention to detail. Experience with special events or media relations preferred, but not required. Candidate must be comfortable in dealing with people of diverse backgrounds.

This opportunity is sponsored by: International Rescue Committee - Seattle

This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests

Arts & Culture Community Development Civic & Community Immigration

Volunteers will work with the following groups

Immigrants & Refugees

We need volunteers who are free at these times

Weekdays

We are looking for volunteers with the following skills

Advocacy Public Relations / Outreach General Office / Admin Sales / Marketing Grant Development Writing / Editing Graphic Design

This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers

Unpaid Intern Adults (55+) Adults (26-54) Young Adults (18-25)

Contact Person:
Erin Murphy, (email)

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Address:

100 South King Street; Suite 570 Seattle, WA 98104 This location is handicap accessible (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.theirc.org/seattle

Miscellaneous Information

Are Youth Volunteers Welcome?
	No
What is the minimum age for volunteers?
	18
Are court-appointed community service volunteers okay?
	No
Can families with young children volunteer for this opportunity?
	No