Outreach Intern Summer 2021 - Applications open now

Description:

We are seeking a motivated individual to support our team through summer 2021. Through hands-on education and interactive booths we share our message with Greenville County Citizens. This person will be expected to help with set-up and/or take-down of exhibits, assist with outreach and public engagement during events, and occasionally support trainings.

• Additional learning opportunities (as time and interest allows)
  • Experience working for a county government agency
  • Education and outreach opportunities and working with community partners
  • Presenting educational materials to classrooms, HOAs, and other civic organizations
  • Media relations including print, radio, television, and social media
  • Developing graphic design skills with design software, creative branding, and merchandise production
  • Event planning and execution
  • Distributing and evaluating surveys used to gauge audience knowledge on campaigns and messages
• Other projects/duties as assigned

Responsibilities:

• Educate the public on soil and water conservation at events and festivals
• Serve as a camp counselor at Wet and Wild Camp
• Assist with set-up and tear-down of booth supplies
• Take photos at events and upload them to a shared folder
• Support social media connection through creating and monitoring posts, sharing relevant stories, generating content, etc.

Qualifications:

• Professional communication skills and access to email
• Basic understanding of conservation, environmentalism, or a related topic
• Availability on nights and Saturdays
• Self-starting, focused, and efficient
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds

Application Instructions:

Email cover letter, resume, and references to Chaneen Haler at chaler@greenvillecounty.org

Summer 2021 Event Schedule

as of 7/1/2021, additional events may be added