Events & Community Engagement Intern (Remote | Select On-Site Opportunities) Job at Childhood Cancer Society, Pierre, SD

QXhuMEVKT1UrYmVzRXJrT29vaTZ6VEk9
  • Childhood Cancer Society
  • Pierre, SD

Job Description

Childhood Cancer Society (CCS) is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting families battling pediatric cancer both financially and emotionally. Through fundraising events, wish-grant experiences, and community partnerships, CCS brings hope, joy, and meaningful moments to children and families when they need it most—led by our official spokes-bear, Adventure Ted.

Childhood Cancer Society is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Events & Community Engagement Intern to join our growing Events Department. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting nonprofit fundraising events, community outreach, and wish-grant reveals across the country.

This role is primarily remote, with potential opportunities to assist on-site at select events for interns located near event locations (primarily New Jersey, New York, Florida, and other major markets).

Interns will work closely with CCS leadership and other members of the Events Department to help plan, promote, and execute meaningful experiences that directly impact families affected by pediatric cancer.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Support planning and coordination of fundraising events, community activations, and wish-grant reveals

  • Assist with event logistics, including timelines, vendor coordination, and internal documentation

  • Conduct outreach to local businesses for sponsorships, donations, and auction items

  • Help manage event communications, follow-ups, and confirmations

  • Participate in weekly Zoom meetings (Mondays and Thursdays from 8:30-9:30 pm EST) to review progress and brainstorm ideas

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Communications, Media, Art) to support event promotion

  • Assist with post-event wrap-ups, including thank-you outreach and recap materials

  • (If local to events) Assist on-site with setup, guest check-in, and general event support

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program related to:

  • Communications

  • Event Management

  • Public Relations

  • Marketing

  • Nonprofit Management

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Comfortable communicating professionally via email and phone

  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment

  • Passion for community engagement and mission-driven work

Priority given to students receiving course credit for the internship

Job Tags

Internship, Local area,

Similar Jobs

Sports Business Ventures LLC

Sport Psychology & Mental Performance Coordinator Job at Sports Business Ventures LLC

A professional sports organization is looking for a Sport Psychology Coordinator based in Glendale, AZ. This role involves supporting players and staff with mental health and performance-related needs, developing a Mental Performance system across affiliates, and focusing... 

B&H Photo Video

Web Content Writer - Computers Product Descriptions Job at B&H Photo Video

 ...Job Overview: B&H is looking for Computer Content Writers to craft product descriptions, research products, and update the B&H website with new and accurate product information for computer-related products and categories. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic about... 

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance

Sports Performance Specialist Job at Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance

 ...sharing match to go along with your contributions. Role The Sports Performance Specialist will serve as an integral part of TOAs...  ...referrals in such areas as nutrition, sports science, sports psychology, massage/recovery, and group fitness. With the eventual goal of... 

Esri

Cartographer Job at Esri

 ...Bring your seasoned cartographic data visualization knowledge to help create, inspire, and influence user-centered map design at Esri and beyond. Working closely with brand, content strategy, and a dedicated mapping visualization team, you'll play a central role... 

Top Level Promotions

Office Support Assistant Work from Home Job at Top Level Promotions

 ...entry, office administration, and online research. This work-from-home opportunity is perfect for beginners looking to gain hands-on experience managing digital records, supporting administrative projects, and assisting with online research across multiple industries....