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WSPC Admin/Virtual Program Intern

Posted on: March 30, 2021 Apply Now
New York, NY Internship Expires April 28, 2021

The Washington Square Park Conservancy is a not for profit organization working with NYC Parks and neighborhood groups to ensure that Washington Square Park continues as a diverse and historical urban green space through engaging volunteers and raising funds to help keep the park clean, safe and beautiful. The Administrative/Virtual Program intern will work closely with the Deputy Director and Sr. Community Relations Manager to support the Conservancy’s efforts. This is primarily a remote internship position, with some in-person work (outdoors in Washington Square Park) according to local COVID regulations.

Administrative Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:

  • Assisting with fundraising database management.
  • Organizing organizational records and images
  • Coordinating/communicating with WSPC’s board.
  • Assisting with email list/contact list organization.
  • Assisting with physical mailings.
  • Assisting WSPC calendar/scheduling.
  • Monitoring organization email accounts.

Virtual Program Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to: 

  • Coordinating virtual programs, such as fitness classes, online lectures, children’s activities, etc.
  • Management of WSPC online event page/calendar.
  • Assisting Sr. Community Relations Manager with advertising virtual and in-Park events.
  • Coordination with Community Arts Grantees for virtual events.
  • Assisting with WSPC volunteers (scheduling, communications, etc.) 
  • Opportunities to assist the Sr. Community Relations Manager/Deputy Director at in-Park programs and events.
  • Opportunities to innovate within WSPC’s program structure. 

Work Hours and Compensation:

  • Interns will work 15 hours per week, scheduling of those hours is flexible and will be determined between you and WSPC prior to internship start date.
  • This is a 4-month position, beginning in May.
  • Compensation: school credit or $15/hr. 

Requirements:

  • College sophomore or above.
  • Access to a computer or other internet-enabled device with a microphone and webcam. 
  • Strong work ethic and ability to work with limited supervision.
  • Connection to Washington Square Park/Greenwich Village community a plus.
  • Ability to work in-person at Washington Square Park (dependent on permissions by local regulations according to COVID restrictions).

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