Samaritan · 10 hours ago
Development & Communications Internship
Moses Lake, WA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
2+ years expSamaritan is a trusted regional healthcare partner seeking a Development & Communications Intern. This role provides hands-on support to Volunteer and Community Outreach programs, assisting with volunteer coordination and broader outreach initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Community Outreach Specialist, internship directly supports the daily operations and planning for the Samaritan Volunteer Program as well as the organization’s Community Engagement efforts
Assists in the creation and support of weekly volunteer schedule, including the management and tracking of timesheets within trackitforward
Internship also works directly with the Samaritan Accounting team to reconcile monthly tracking of all volunteer hours
Assists Community Outreach Specialist with Samaritan Volunteer Program management including but not limited to updating volunteer records, processing new volunteer applications, background check certifications, and partners with DevComm team to facilitate volunteer orientation process
Collaborate with the Community Outreach Specialist to support planning and preparation for the Samaritan Student Volunteer Program, including reviewing previous volunteer rotations, confirming departmental participation with Samaritan leaders, and coordinating the distribution of application materials to regional educational partners
Facilitate the interview process for Summer Student Volunteer program, including selection communication to applicants and confirmation of rotations per session
Assist the Community Outreach Specialist in planning Volunteer Appreciation Week activities, including daily recognition of on-site volunteers, annual recognition luncheon, and celebrations on social media
In partnership with the Community Outreach Specialist and Samaritan Clinical Leaders, work with team to research and propose a program outline for the Patient Ambassador Program
Serves as daily liaison between scheduled gift shop volunteers and Foundation Operations team
Assist in the creation of monthly volunteer newsletter
In partnership with Marketing, support the organization’s Community Outreach Efforts, helping prepare branded materials and scheduled volunteers for community events as needed
Provide support to the Development & Communications team for promotional brand ordering and organization of supplies as needed for outreach efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Associates Degree in communications, marketing, public relations, advertising or related field preferred. Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Basic Life Support Heartsaver (HS) level to be completed within three (3) months of hire
Minimum two to three years' experience in a professional office setting preferred
Knowledge and expertise of publishing programs preferred
Interest in nonprofit development, communications, or community engagement
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace; experience with Canva, Constant Contact, or CRM software is a plus
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
On occasion, moderate physical effort required. Must be able to lift/carry up to 25 lbs
Mostly sedentary work with light physical effort. Good reading eyesight
Ability/endurance to stand/walk for prolonged, extensive or considerable time
Occasional reaching/stooping/bending/kneeling/crouching
Able to work flexible hours as necessary to complete tasks on deadline
Ability to communicate using verbal and/or written skills for accurate exchange of information with physicians, nurses, health care professionals, patients and/or family, and the public
Company
Samaritan
All of us, for each of you, every time. Together, inspiring health communities.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gretchen Youngren, MA
Chief Development & Communications Officer
Julie Weisenburg
Human Resources Business Partner
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