2 Spring Event Interns (Chicago and St. Louis locations)

Autism Speaks
Chicago, IL
Autism Speaks is seeking two Community Engagement Interns for the Spring semester! We are hiring one in Chicago, IL and one in St. Louis, MO! This is a 10-12 week remote program and students must be eligible for academic credit. This is an opportunity for an individual to gain valuable event planning experience. As a member of the development team, the intern will have the opportunity to play a role in planning and execution of Chicago and St. Louis area events, specifically the Empower Walk and 5K and Summit in Chicago and Special Events in St. Louis. At the end of this internship, the Events Intern will have working knowledge of key event skills, including developing event timelines, planning processes, and community outreach which they will be able to translate into future career opportunities.

The Events Intern will report to the Area Executive Director. The ideal candidate should be looking to gain experience in Non-Profit Special Events for future work. The intern will receive necessary training and staff supervision.

This is a remote position, but applicants must live in the Chicago or St. Louis area and have access to transportation to attend events or meetings if needed.

DUTIES:
  • Assist with event logistics for the Empower Walk & 5K, including procuring and coordinating in kind donations, recruitment of participants and engaging with service providers
  • Assist with event logistics for St. Louis Gala and Golf Tournament, including procuring and coordinating in kind donations and auction items, coordination of volunteers and engaging with vendors
  • Assist with event logistics for the Summit, including coordinating service providers and community outreach
  • Assist with Area marketing and communications, including social media content
  • Assist in donor, sponsor and volunteer outreach and stewardship
  • Provide administrative support and perform other job-related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree
  • Able to receive academic credit
  • Commitment to a flexible work schedule of 20 hours per week during standard business hours
  • Superior organizational and communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to take initiative
  • Excellent customer service skills in dealing with internal and external constituents
  • Must have the ability to work with a team
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Social Media Technology
CORE COMPETENCIES:
  • Building Collaborative Relationships
  • Professional Behavior
  • Results-Driven
  • Customer Orientation
  • Flexibility
You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access.

Posted 2025-11-07

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