Breakthrough T1D Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Chapter 2014 Spring Internship Program – Application Deadline: January 7th, 2014.

Qualified Applicants
Applicants should have superior organizational and time management skills, excel at working independently and seek to grow as professionals. Strong interpersonal and communications skills, and comfort in a fast-paced environment are essential. Applicants must be able to work as a team, and must demonstrate leadership qualities and a willingness to learn. Prior non-profit experience is preferred.

How will a Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Chapter intern contribute to the mission of Breakthrough T1D?
Breakthrough T1D Chapter interns will be exposed to a wide variety of development practices and have a varied work experience. In concert with the needs of the chapter, our program allows students to choose a facet of the organization that interests them and learn through hands-on experience. It is intended to provide knowledge, skills, and experience that each intern can apply to future challenges and professional pursuits. For more information about the Breakthrough T1D Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Chapter, please read on and visit our website at: greatercp.jdrf.org.

Interns will have the opportunity to take a leadership role in a key project that may include:

• Support logistical and recruitment planning for any or all our local, major events this spring 2014: Type 1 Diabetes Research Summit; MD, DC, VA Walks to Cure Diabetes; Breakthrough T1D Real Estate Games; and Breakthrough T1D Golf Classic
• Lead and coordinate Breakthrough T1D Kids Walk to Cure Diabetes presentations and programs at local elementary, middle and high schools
• Support volunteer recruitment strategy and training program to support chapter initiatives
• Plan and implement strategy and improvements to the chapter social media to effectively communicate Breakthrough T1D’s message and provide clear opportunities for donor engagement

How to Apply
Please submit (by January 7th, 2014):

• Resume
• Cover letter

Your application should explain your interest in Breakthrough T1D and its mission. Please highlight any extracurricular activities you participate in and the dates of your availability. Your cover letter should explain the skills, experience, and interests that qualify you for the internship.

Interns are expected to work at least 20 hours per week, with dates and times flexible. Internships are unpaid, but could receive academic credit or work study for their work with Breakthrough T1D. Please ask your home institution for more information on academic credit approval and policy.

Send to:
Emily Boynton
Development Coordinator
Breakthrough T1D Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Chapter
1400 K Street NW, Suite 725, Washington, DC20005
P: (202) 465-4118
F: (202) 371 – 0046
eboynton@BreakthroughT1D.org – Subject: “Breakthrough T1D Chapter Intern” (Please specify in which office you would like to intern.)

Breakthrough T1D Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Chapter
The Breakthrough T1D Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Chapter serves Maryland and the Washington, DC metro area offering invaluable community outreach, support and education as well as a variety of events throughout the year to raise funds for diabetes research. Our region covers the state of Maryland; District of Columbia; Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William counties in Virginia; and Berkeley and Jefferson counties in West Virginia.

Our staff is located in two offices:

DC Office
1400 K Street, NW, Suite 725
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202) 371-0044
Fax: (202) 371-0046

MD Office
825 Hammonds Ferry Road, Suite H
Linthicum, MD 21090
Phone: (410)636 8080
Fax: (410)636 1727