Special Events Marketing Intern

Lockport, NY (On-site)

$16/hrIntern/New GradInternship

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive event operations and fundraising support for the Grigg Lewis Foundation Summer Workership Program, coordinating logistics, promotions, and vendor management.

  • Assist with event planning, donor outreach, and coordination of prizes and sponsorships.
  • Must-have: High school graduate with NYS driver license and enrollment in fall 2026.
  • Standout: Includes on-site event coordination and media presence support across multiple venues.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Assist with fundraising/non-fundraising efforts, including event planning, soliciting donations, sponsorships, and secures prizes for raffles, auctions, etc.
  • Help design print collateral, direct mail pieces, displays, etc. related to the event
  • Organizes mailing (print and digital) campaigns of past participants to encourage continued participation to annual events
  • Communicates with outside vendors (i.e. location, rental fees and other charges related to events)
  • Coordinates purchase of food and beverages, orders supplies and assists with determining and securing appropriate décor (floral arrangements, linens, color schemes, etc.) and any other needed materials consistent with the theme of the event when applicable
  • Coordinate media presence at major events; assemble media kits as needed
  • Ensures compliance with all Niagara Hospice policies and procedures
  • Write copy for news releases, PSAs, newsletters and other collateral
  • Provide assistance with agency website updates and monitoring social media accounts
  • Review daily online and print news for organizational coverage and health industry news and themes

Requirements

  • High school graduate with valid NYS driver license-must be enrolled in the fall 2026 semester
  • Excellent telephone etiquette and communication skills
  • Proficient in MS Office applications
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize requested job tasks
  • Adhere to all agency policies and procedures including all HIIPA regulations
  • Able to work some evenings and weekends when/where events are taking place

Preferred

Benefits