Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana · 2 months ago
Business & Communications Program Intern - Camp Juniper Knoll
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana is seeking a Business & Communications Program Intern for their Camp Juniper Knoll. The intern will be responsible for general business operations, documenting the camp experience, and managing summer social media while providing exceptional customer service to camper families.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Help build a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, & try new things
Role model problem-solving, collaboration, and initiative to campers and other staff
Manages communication from the camp including phone, e-mail, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok) with information that is accurate, customer-friendly, and consistent with GSGCNWI mission
Facilitate camp trading post under guidance from retail team
Assist in the management and record keeping of camper and staff information
Assist in purchasing & ordering of camp supplies as well as financial record keeping and expense reporting
Perform general office duties including sending newsletters, creating & distributing materials, preparing end of session envelopes, managing camper and staff logs, and weekly evaluations needed for camp processes
Assist in the care of camp equipment and in maintaining a clean camp environment
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Loves to interact with children and has prior experience working with children of various ages
Enjoys spending time outdoors and has prior experience working in an outdoor setting
Experience delivering exceptional customer service orally and in writing
Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and general office equipment to create reports, develop marketing and informational materials, and maintain record keeping
Must be 19+ years old and possess a high school diploma or GED; 21+ preferred
Proof of health physical clearing the candidate for work in a camp setting
Willingness to live and work in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, which includes working irregular hours with limited or simple equipment, rustic facilities, wildlife and insects; limited technology while at camp, and daily exposure to sun, rain, and other weather conditions
Benefits
Included room and board
You may be eligible for college credit in some cases, or be able to use camp as an independent study, practicum, or internship experience - ask your advisor or talk to a professor at your school about how the skills you will learn directly relate to your major and will make you a stronger job candidate.
First Aid and CPR certification
Optional Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft training available if interested.
Access to GSGCNWI Employee Assistance Program
Company
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana (GSGCNWI) impacts the lives of more than 32,000 girls, 16,000 adult members, 6,500 volunteers, and generations of alumnae.