Location: Dallas,TX, USA
Dallas Zoo
DallasZoo
Conservation Fundraising Campaign Internship - Spring 2025
Interns will take on leadership roles in organizing and executing conservation fundraising campaigns. Responsibilities include planning conservation-themed events, engaging with the public, and representing the Dallas Zoo at events. Interns will learn event logistics, database management, and building community partnerships, gaining insight into nonprofit operations and fundraising.
Educational Opportunities:
* Shadow staff at conservation engagement tables and receive mentorship in conservation messaging.
* Lead committee meetings and help craft event themes and key conservation messages.
* Participate in nonprofit community engagement, public relations, and networking activities.
* Engage in real-world conservation and fundraising events, both on- and off-site.
Qualifications:
* Must be able to perform physical challenges involved in the daily duties of the department including talking for long periods, walking throughout the park, lifting/carrying equipment weighing approximately 50 lbs., sitting, kneeling, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching above the head, pulling, bending, and climbing stairs and ladders.
* The candidate must be able and willing to perform all duties outdoors and in all weather conditions.
* Understand and follow oral and written instructions
* Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
* Establish and maintain an effective rapport with all levels of management, employees, and zoo guests
Internship requirements:
* Current college or university student or applications submitted within one year after graduation
* Ability to work 20 - 24 hours per week for 12 weeks
* Must be otherwise eligible to work in the U.S. at the time of the internship
* Candidates selected for internship must pass a background check and TB test.
This is an unpaid internship. The Zoo does not provide transportation, housing, or stipends.
Further Comments
Application Deadline: December 1, 2024 Spring Internship Start Date: January 29, 2025
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