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Job Posted: 08/20/2008

Job Title: Communications and Development Intern

Location: New York, NY

Position Summary

AVODAH is seeking a Communications and Development Intern who will create and maintain marketing materials at AVODAH that help advance development efforts. AVODAH is looking for someone who can work 12-15 hours a week. The schedule can be reasonably flexible, provided the candidate can work through December 2008, with the possibility of a new internship term at the start of the next semester. Positions are based in mid-town Manhattan. Internships are unpaid.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in communications and in advancing social justice by working in a Jewish organization.

Responsibilities

• Writing, proofreading, and editing AVODAH’s fall newsletter
• Editing, proofreading, and writing web content
• Interviewing and writing about the work of current Corps members & Alumni
• Organizing packets of information for donors and potential donors
• Researching donors and foundation prospects
• Handling administrative responsibilities including managing files & contact lists

Interns are expected to spend between 20-30% of their time engaged in administrative support to staff. Potential interns should be undergraduates or graduate students.

Qualifications

• Excellent written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as to multitask effectively
• Some type of journalist experience is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with MS Office applications a must
• A personal interest in marketing, communications is preferred

How to Apply

Please send thoughtful resume and cover letter to ilanit( put the “at” symbol here )avodah.net. Please title the email "Communications Intern." We regret that we cannot respond to all inquiries. Only applicants considered for the position will be contacted for an interview

* No phone calls please.