**Interested volunteers must submit an application at UnionStation.org/volunteers**

Position Summary: The Let’s Play Greeter is one of the many faces of Science City and is the first person guests engage with when they arrive at one of our newest areas, created specifically for children ages 0 through 3. The tasks of this position includes: greeting guests with a friendly smile; answering questions; and most importantly, keeping an accurate count of the number of guests in the area, both to maximize guest experience as well maintain capacity to meet fire code. The Greeter plays in important role in the overall experience our youngest guests and their caregivers have while at Science City.

 

Qualifications: Previous experience providing customer service is preferred for this position. In addition:

• Must be approachable, have a pleasant demeanor and a positive attitude.
• Good communication skills and enjoy communicating with children, especially babies and toddlers and their caregivers.

• Working knowledge of exhibits and attractions inside Science City as well as across Union Station.

• Ability to learn and understand the venue.
• Ability to work with crowds and remain calm in difficult or stressful situations.

Description of Duties:

• Greet guests as they enter Let’s Play and ensure the child is not yet 4 years of age. Siblings over 4 are allowed in if they promise to be a good big brother or sister or sit and read quietly.
• Answer questions regarding Union Station and its exhibits and attractions.

Volunteer Shifts:

• Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00am-1:30pm; 1:30pm-5:00pm
• Sunday: 12:00pm-5:00pm
• Monday (holidays and summer hours): 10:00am-1:30pm; 1:30pm-5:00pm

Science City Overview: Science City at Union Station, Kansas City, is a dynamic, hands-on science center featuring more than 300 individual interactive exhibits and daily programming. Kids of all ages experience the amazing world of science first-hand through fun and engaging exhibits and programs. In addition to changing monthly themes and daily programs/activities open to all guests, Science City (SC) offers onsite curriculum-based programs to K-12 school groups, outreach programs and an 8-week science summer camp. STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education is at the core of everything that happens in SC, be it exhibits, demonstrations, shows, presentations or special events and programs. Annually, more than 325,000 guests visit Science City. Visit www.sciencecity.com for more information.

About Us
Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center is organized as a Missouri not-for-profit corporation and operates exclusively for charitable and educational purposes.

Mission
The purpose of Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center, Inc is to bring together individuals interested in promoting academic excellence, engaging in community events, and raising funds to supplement funds for Tomlin Academy LLC. 

Description
Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center, Inc is committed to supporting the programs, projects, services and professional development in support of Tomlin Academy LLC.

Criteria/Expectations for Board Members

• Willing to serve up to two three-year terms as an elected member (or serve some portion thereof if appointed to fill the remainder of a vacant, unexpired term)
• Committed to attending 4 board meetings per year with an excused absence
• Willing to participate actively in one or more committees and carry out appropriate assignments outside monthly board meetings
• Willing to serve as an officer or in other leadership roles
• Willing to provide reports on Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center activities and Foundation Board meetings
• Agrees to record volunteer hours each month and submit to the Volunteer Services Coordinator
• Attends as many Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center-sponsored library activities as possible
• Acts as an ambassador for Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center in a formal and informal capacity

If interested, please submit a note of interest and a copy of your resume to Shantelle Tomlin at misstomlinacademy@gmail.com. Inquiries welcomed!

One Kansas City Radio unites the multicultural voices in the Kansas City Urban Core through programming and community services that entertain, educate, inform and inspire.
 
It is our vision that One Kansas City Radio will provide a platform where people of all ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds feel welcomed and respected. As we provide this forum for the Urban Core and surrounding communities, we seek to unite all its listeners and followers through music, programming, and events that reflect the beauty of diversity.

We are seeking 2 new board members for the next term. Specifically we are looking for 1 member to act as our treasurer. 

Board duties required are; 
 

• Commit a minimum of 4 hours per month to the work of the board and of the organization, and any extra effort that may be required in relation to fundraising events or other special activities.
• To attend scheduled board meetings.
• To commit to serve actively on at least one standing committee and to attend committee meetings regularly.
• 3 year term 

Specifically for the treasurer position

• Keep accounting books and update transactions for the organization
• Report on organization finances quarterly at board meetings
• Assist in the annual budget plan for organization
• Assist in the application of grants
• Responsible for filing annual IRS returns

• Advancing the mission of NSO
• Attending board meetings, concerts, and fundraisers
• Participating in the planning and execution of NSO events
• Acting as an ambassador of the organization to the public

Those interested in joining the board of directors should contact Paige Buckmaster at pbuckmaster@northlandsymphony.org.

Heartland Chamber Music’s focus is twofold: CHAMBER MUSIC and OUTREACH

Heartland Chamber Music will celebrate its 20th Anniversary in 2021. HCM has served more than 5,000 students ages 3-76 and presented more than 200 concerts throughout the past 20 years through year-round and summer programming. 

HCM’s newest program, String Sprouts is an El Sistema based program whose mission is to effect social change through music for children with the fewest resources and the greatest need. Sprouts provides free instruments and 32 weeks of lessons for children ages 3-8. We currently serve students in three Kansas City public school districts on both sides of the state line.

We have a dynamic Board chair and a diverse and committed group of board of directors. This is an exciting time to make a significant difference in your community as we expand our Board of Directors.

Are you inspired by:

• music as an art form and an educational tool?
• being proactive instead of reactive to the effects poverty has on academic success?
• bringing chamber music concerts to underserved communities?

If so, we are looking for Board members with the following expertise and associations:
Early Education
Fundraising Skills
Legal experience in non-profits
Marketing/Public Relations

if interested please e-mail Kathy Cook at kcook@heartlandchambermusic.org.

About GuildIt
For the past 5 years, GUILDit has hosted an array of artists who present their business to an audience, for a healthy dose of brainstorming on business solutions. Diversity is a core value.

Programs
Monthly forums with workshops, panels, lectures, speed networking, art shows, and other business-building events dispersed throughout the year.

Forums/Workshops Are Once A Month
4th Thursday, 12-1pm, online or at the Kemper Museum

Board Description Highlights – Help build a strong direction and foundation for GuildIt
- 6 board meetings a year with 2 that can be missed (most will have a video/call-in option)
- 7-9 board members with 2 committees (committees can have non-board members)
- The 2 committees are Strategic and Sustaining, which meet at least 5 times a year
- Attend at least 3 of our forums or other events per year
- Total hour commitment of ~35 hours a year
- Two-year terms with elections staggered to assure continuity of board experience
- Give/Get will vary between executives, managers, industries, artists, and sole proprietors

Want to explore becoming a member? Please submit your resume or link to your LinkedIn Profile to Susana Bruhn at be@guildit.org. Thanks.

 

Mental Health Connect of Missouri (MHCMO) is a nonprofit that was incorporated in April 2018. We are looking for board members and/or volunteers to serve with us as we grow. After the challenges of last year, we consider 2021 a year to regroup. This is a great time to join us! If you are passionate about growing an organization that emphasizes the importance of mental health, we would love to talk to you. 

MISSION AND VISION
MHCMO’s mission is to promote mental health awareness through education, information, and support. Our vision is to see an end to the stigma of mental illness. It’s a bold vision and our mission drives us to seek its fulfillment. We believe the more people know about mental health, the more understanding and compassion they will have for people living with mental health conditions. 

WHAT WE OFFER
Education
(1) Symposiums on mental health with guest speakers and breakout sessions (3 hours)
(2) Workshops (1-2 hours)
(3) Customized presentations or training for community organizations, churches, and clubs
Information
(1) Website with resource links.
(2) Blog with encouraging stories and insights
(3)"Mental Health and Faith" podcast with interviews of mental health professionals, peers, mental health nonprofits, care pastors, and others.
Support
WHAT WE NEED
Board members should have a 'servant leader' mindset with the following attributes: a passion for promoting mental health, confidence, humility, the ability to work as a team. Fundraising experience and community connections would be beneficial.

APPLYING FOR THE BOARD
Contact Caroline Cooper, Executive Director (caroline@ingodscorner.org OR 816-589-0356) for an application or to schedule an introductory meeting. As a faith-based organization, board members will be expected to embrace our values: compassion, authenticity, education, faith, and advocacy.

Thank you for your consideration.

 

The Pathway To Hope Board of Directors governs the overall execution of the organization’s mission.  Principally, the Board manages organizational finances and sets long term priorities for programs.  Additionally, the Board oversees the Executive Director, who is responsible for day-to-day management of the programs.  Overall, the members of the Board contribute the educational, management, legal, and financial skills needed to ensure long term organizational stability and ensure year-to-year educational excellence for the PTH programs.

The Board of Directors has up to 15 voting members.  Terms are for two years and no more than three consecutive terms.

Board Member responsibilities include attendance at monthly board meetings and serving on Board subcommittees. Board members also hold a fiduciary responsibility for management of organizational capital and ensuring appropriate filings with federal, state, and local authorities consistent with PTH’s status as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. PTH’s attendance policy allows for removal if three meetings are missed in a 12-month period.

Please apply on our online form https://forms.gle/S7EVSUjp8MRyaLsL7 and send your resume/CV to our Executive Director: kiersten@pathwaytohope.org

Recruitment for 2021-2022 Scuola Vita Nuova Board of Directors

About Us: Scuola Vita Nuova (SVN) Charter School is a not-for-profit Kansas City area charter school serving K-8^th grade students in the Northeast community.

Mission & Vision: SVN provides a safe, healthy, collaborative community of engaged learners who are inspired academically while fostering a supportive network for its families. As a collaborative community of learners, SVN shall be a positive, engaged member of the community and be recognized statewide as one of the top ten charter schools in academic performance.

SVN Board of Directors Description: We are currently seeking diverse Kansas City area professionals to serve on our board of directors. Directors commit to serving a minimum of one elected three-year term.
We are seeking members who will:

• Attend and actively participate in monthly board/committee meetings and trainings throughout the academic year. (approx. 5-10 hours/month)

 

• Promote the interests of SVN to the broader Kansas City community and within their professional networks.

 

• Commit to championing and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging during board meetings and within board/school practices.

 

• Make annual monetary contribution to SVN in an amount that is meaningful to them.

 

• Have a background in one or more of the following skillsets: finance/accounting, human resources, contract law, nonprofit fundraising, public relations/communications, and strategic planning.

 
While board members are not required to live near Scuola Vita Nuova, applicants who live within the Kansas City, Missouri school district are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested applicants are encouraged to express interest by sending current resume via email to Solissa McKay at smckay@svncharter.org

The Theatre in the Park Advisory Council (TAC) endeavors to gather a group of diverse personalities and backgrounds from across the Kansas City Metro area to advise and assist Theatre in the Park (TIP) with fundraising, programming, and promotion of TIP activities.

The financial obligation of each council member involves a $500 total donation (which may be in any way that supports TIP). Council members also serve as an advocates on behalf of TIP to JCPRD and to the community at large.

The TAC meets monthly, except during the summer months. All members are encouraged to attend all TIP Indoor and Outdoor productions and serve as ushers when needed.

Generally, council members begin their term on January 1 each year. However, applications may be submitted at any time during the year.

The Kansas City Women’s Music Network (KCWMN) is a group of people aimed at expanding the capacity of KCWMN by supporting the organization with fundraising, events, networking, and strategic partnerships. The Board will consist of volunteer community members. The goals of KCWMN Board are to raise awareness about KCWMN to a broader demographic through planning events (remote until in-person events are deemed safe) and creating partnerships, raising funds for the organization, and to educate and cultivate potential new governing Board Members. If you have questions, please contact Amanda O’Brien at aobrien@kcwomen.org. 
 
We are in search of new board members who are passionate about supporting us to achieve our mission of supporting female-identifying musicians across the Kansas City area, through events, education, promotion, and networking.   
 
If you’re interested in applying for the KCWMN Board, please send a bio/resume to info@kcwomen.org for our Nominating Committee to review. 
 
Criteria/Expectations: 

• The primary purpose of the board is to provide fundraising support to the organization. A personal contribution of $120 is required to fulfill our bylaws and for the organization to be eligible for certain grants. 
• Willing to serve no more than two consecutive three-year terms as an elected member (or serve some portion thereof if appointed to fill the remainder of a vacant, unexpired term)
• Committed to attending 10 board meetings per year, which are held Monday evenings at 6:30pm, the third week of each month, excluding November and December
  • The 2021 schedule is as follows:
  • January 18, February 15, March 15, April 19, May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16, September 20, October 18
• Willing to actively participate in one or more committees and carry out appropriate assignments outside of monthly board meetings
• Willing to serve as an officer of the board or in other leadership roles
• Willing to provide reports on KCWMN activities and board meetings
• Agrees to record volunteer hours each month and submit records to Volunteer Services Coordinator
• Attend as many KCWMN and KCWMN-sponsored public events as possible
• Acts as an ambassador for the KCWMN in a formal and informal capacity throughout the community

 
Targeted functions and networking for board candidates: 

• Legal secretary to hold office of secretary
• CPA/Accountant to hold the office of treasurer
• Grant Writing experience
• Printing - T-shirt’s, paper goods, promotional material
• Advertising venues - Web and print
• Social Media content creation  
• Large Venues - For annual conference (pending a safe return to in-person events)
• Small Venues - For recurring small group meetups and board meetings (pending a safe return to in-person events)

 
If you’re interested in applying for the KCWMN Board, please send a bio/resume to info@kcwomen.org for our Nominating Committee to review. 
 

The Sewing Labs is seeking a Video Technology Volunteer  who can assist our teachers in the classroom with virtual on-line classes and video production technology needs. The Sewing Labs has COVID precautions and protocols in place to keep our community safe. We check temperatures to all who enter and require masks, distancing and limited capacity based on current KC requirements.
DUTIES

• Assist with sound, switching, lighting, and set-up.
• Produce video content in support of the classroom and on-line classes.
• Edit digital video from raw files to finished work.
• Capture b-roll for events.
• Distribute video throughout various web & social media channels.
• Organize and archive video assets.

Our Mission: The Sewing Labs is an inclusive and welcoming community teaching the legacy of sewing for employment, entrepreneurship, and enrichment.
The Sewing Labs is seeking a Video Technology Volunteer to assist our teachers in online classes with videos, cameras, lighting, switching and computer technology.  
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Learn how to create content for a non-profit organization.
• Learn how video marketing impacts fundraising.
• Learn applications of video in various social media for non-profit growth.
• Learn how to coordinate all areas of video editing.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Sewing Labs is seeking an individual to assist with on-line video classes in our classroom.  We are seeking someone with strong visual and editing skills to shoot and edit together new content for our organization.
12-20 hours per week. Editing can be completed virtually.
COMPENSATION: This is a volunteer or unpaid internship opportunity. Role may qualify for college credit if internship.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Looking for a candidate either undergraduate or graduate with a background in film, photography, communications. Candidates must prove DSLR experience with videography experience (whether personal or professional).
REPORTS TO: Operations Manager
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Knowledge of audio/video recording and postproduction.
 • Final Cut, Adobe Premiere, or background in other video editing software.
• The ability and desire to work in a non-profit, community environment
• The desire to meet and exceed measurable performance goals
• A fanatical attention to detail
 • Ability to be a team player (Collaboration!)
• Energetic, compassionate, enthusiastic individual with an appreciation for creativity and making encouraged to inquire.
 

Would you like to learn more about how to recycle or are you passionate about wasting fewer resources? Come volunteer with Bridging The Gap! Volunteers learn about the recycling center operations, help educate patrons about how to effectively recycle, and assist in keeping the bins free of contamination to create high quality recyclable materials. 

Sign up to lend a hand through our online calendar. 
Red Bridge Recycling Center is in South KCMO at 5200 E. Red Bridge Road.
Pleasant Valley Park Recycling Center is in KCMO's Northland at 5601 NE Pleasant Valley Road. 

Volunteer opportunities are outdoors with strong COVID-19 safety protocols in place. 

The Advisory Council serves as a critical community champion of The Sewing Labs. Members of the Advisory Council share their gifts in service to our mission yet have no governing function within the organization. As an Advisory Council member, you will work with The Sewing Labs Executive Director and the Board of Directors to support fundraising efforts for the organization.
Advisory Council members understand the mission:
The Sewing Labs is an inclusive and welcoming community that teaches the legacy of sewing for employment, entrepreneurship, and enrichment.
We focus on individuals who find themselves in at-risk situations, yet welcome everyone.
 Advisory Council members act as ambassadors for The Sewing Labs to promote and raise awareness of the organization. Advisory Council members shall limit activities to advising on matters that directly concern the organization’s programs, fundraising efforts, and community awareness. Advisory Council Members are encouraged to apply for Board Positions with The Sewing Labs when board positions become available.
The Advisory Council member shall:

• Possess diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences to support The Sewing Labs.
• Provide board and management with objective opinions about the organization.
• Provide input, skills, and knowledge towards specific projects supporting The Sewing Labs.
• Attend regularly scheduled Advisory Council meetings, either in person or virtually.
• Follow up on tasks assigned by council chairman or Executive Director

Specific scope of work of the Advisory Council member include the following:

• Identify program resources, technical assistance, and marketing resources.
• Identify possible funding sources and potential partnerships.
• Make connections to local resources, colleagues, or peers for the Executive Director
• philanthropic support or other forms of needed assistance
• Assess the impact of programs, projects, and events.
• There are no term limits, but at least one year is expected.
• Serve as ad hoc member on short-term committees for events such as, fundraisers.
• Serve as an advocate and ambassador to promote The Sewing Labs.

Time Commitment

• Attend and participate in Advisory Council meetings.
• Potential for 2–3 hours per month dependent upon needs.

Expectation:

• Attend a minimum of 3 meetings a year.

• Stay informed of the plans, activities and needs of The Sewing Labs.
• Allow The Sewing Labs to publicize council members’ names and participation in print and web.
• Support The Sewing Labs mission in a significant way throughout the year, this may include:
  • Providing expert advice.
  • Making introductions/opening doors to constituents and potential donors.
  • Co-chairing, promoting, and attending events or hosting special gatherings or fundraisers.
  • Securing budget-relieving philanthropic gifts of any kind.

Fruits and vegetables are going to waste in farmers’ fields. Can you help us save this fresh, nutritious produce to feed hungry families?

After the Harvest rescues nutritious fruits and vegetables from going to waste and donates them to agencies that serve hungry people, primarily in Greater Kansas City. Our volunteers glean after the harvest, picking what’s left in farmers’ fields and picking up already harvested leftover produce. The majority of the funds we raise helps secure semi-truckloads of donated produce that might otherwise end up in landfills. After the Harvest, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the largest produce donor to Harvesters-The Community Food Network.

Are you, your friends, family or organization looking for a fun activity while also helping others? Come join us! Breathe in fresh country air, get your hands a little dirty, bring the kids and help glean within 30-45 minutes of Kansas City. Then, if you can, help even more by delivering the fresh produce to local food banks and pantries.

Sign up to glean with us this season! Gleanings are scheduled May-November, on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings from 7:30-10:30 a.m. in the summer, with later start times in the fall. Other gleaning dates pop up outside of these pre-scheduled ones.

Other opportunities:

• Does your organization/group wants to glean? Reserve your date now.
• Do you want to lead a gleaning? We always need field supervisors.
• Do you want us to come speak to your organization? We’d love to meet you!

After the Harvest has a very small staff, so we only succeed because of volunteers like you! Thanks so much for your help.

Volunteer needed to provide legal counsel to Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity on an as-needed basis
 
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION:  Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity (THHFH) in Eastern Jackson County, MO is seeking the commitment of a professional volunteer(s) qualified to provide general legal counsel as may be required from time to time, and on an on-going basis.  This position is ideal for any legal professional that shares Habitat for Humanity’s passion for helping lower-income households and neighborhoods achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership.  This position does not require or include an appointment to THHFH’s Board of Directors; however, an opportunity to serve as a Director of the Board may be made available in the future for interested candidates that are residents of Jackson County, MO.  As a developer of real estate and affordable housing, a mortgage lender, and a nonprofit service provider, THHFH requires legal counsel that is generally familiar with laws pertaining to real estate contracts, construction contracts, vendor agreements, mortgage lending, employment law, nonprofit governance, and business liability.  Our most immediate need is for review and maintenance of certain policies, agreements, purchase contracts, and mortgage loan documents pertaining to its affordable homeownership program.   THHFH’s President/CEO has decision-making authority for the organization on most matters and will serve as the volunteer’s primary contact. 
 
PROJECT PERIOD:
Ongoing, as-needed.
 
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
Minimum three years of experience in business law, preferably including work in the areas of real estate and contract law

At After the Harvest, we glean excess produce from farm fields, but also pick up already harvested excess produce from farms, farm stands and farmers’ markets and deliver it to food banks (like Harvesters) and pantries to feed hungry people.

If you have a vehicle that can haul produce, and you have a heart to help those in need...ATH can sure use your help! Pick up donated produce every week or periodically from farms, markets and distributors. Bring the kids and make the experience come full circle by delivering to food banks, pantries, shelters and community kitchens in the Greater Kansas City area.

Other opportunities:

• Does your organization/group wants to glean? Reserve your date now.
• Do you want to lead a gleaning? We always need field supervisors.
• Do you want us to come speak to your organization? We’d love to meet you!

After the Harvest has a very small staff, so we only succeed because of volunteers like you! Thanks so much for helping rescue fresh, nutritious produce to feed those in need.

The county extension council, comprised of elected and appointed citizens, is a full partner with Missouri's land-grant universities to deliver high-quality education and research-based information that helps people solve real-world problems and take advantage of opportunities.

Council members:

• Work with extension specialists to provide the county educational program
• Manage finances of local extension operations
• Provide personnel to carry out extension activities
• Elect and organize the local extension council

The Clay County Extension Council meets at 6 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of every month at the extension center. The public is invited. We recommend calling ahead to confirm time and exact location.

The Sewing Labs is seeking an individual to assist with our social media needs.  This position can be done from home.  

We have segments of videos we need put together.  Some video recordings with dead air we would like removed.  We do not know how to do these things, and can't do them quick and efficient.  Hoping for someone with skill or in training or needing volunteer hours for internship to help us along.  This would be at our KCMO location.  We have a computer and cubicle you can use here.

Don Bosco hosts Harvesters Mobile Food Distribution every 2nd Friday of the month, where we need volunteers from 1:30pm to 4pm to help us distribute food to families in need. It occurs outside in Don Bosco's parking lot, where families either drive or walkthrough. We accept adults and youth ages 12 and up. If you are under 16, we ask that you have a parent or guardian with you.

Masks are required. If you do not have your own, we will have some available in addition to gloves and hand sanitizer.

We would not be able to do this work and reach as many people without volunteers, so we would greatly appreciate it if you could help out!

If you're interested, please sign up through this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904054EAFA92DA2FD0-harvesters

Are you looking for a way to contribute to bridging political divides in the community? Do you believe that there is a path forward to finding actionable common ground? American Public Square at Jewell (APS) is looking for self-motivated and passionate College/University and High School students to join our Spring 2021 Intern Team. Gain meaningful professional development by contributing to APS programming and experiencing real-world learning opportunities.



APPLY: APS has up to 5 available internships for the Spring 2021 semester in the following disciplines:

(3-4) Program Intern, (1-2) Marketing and Communication , and (1) Assistant to the CEO. See brief descriptions below. To apply, please email APS Student Initiative Coordinator at allison@americanpublicsquare.org for a copy of your resumé. 



FAQs:

• Each of these internships is recommended at 10 hours a week for 14-16 weeks


• This internship will be virtual with meetings taking place over the Zoom platform. 
  
  
  
  • There may be some opportunity to visit the APS office in Westport in a safe and socially distanced way. 
  
  
  
  

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTIONS: 



Program Internship: 

The APS Program Intern will work directly with the Program Coordinator to assist in developing our primary American Public Square programming. The Program Intern will help to develop APS primary and secondary events, work on membership outreach and promotion, work alongside committees to determine the direction and content of programs and assist with events on the day of. 

Responsibilities: 

• Helping develop program topics for the upcoming season


• Assisting with smaller scale programs (Lunch & Learns, Pop-Ups, Member Socials)


• Working with committees on program content and direction


• Coordinating with outside marketing and event planning agencies on program materials


• Developing and implementing strategies for membership

Marketing and Communication Internship:

The APS Communications Intern will work directly with the Student Initiative Coordinator and Executive Director to assist in community outreach, marketing, social media, and brand development for American Public Square. The Communication intern will be responsible for updating and maintain American Public Square’s social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, ect.), working to develop newsletters and media outreach to the community, and working on brand development for the organization.

Responsibilities: 

• Keeping social media platforms updated regularly


• Promoting APS events through various communication channels


• Editing promotional materials


• Working to develop secondary media materials (podcasts, videos, photos)


• Identifying potential community partners and collaborators

Assistant to the CEO:

APS is looking for a self-motivated individual to assist our CEO and Founder, Ambassador Allan Katz, with day-to-day administrative and research oriented tasks. This role requires and individual who:

• is comfortable and confident in making phone calls


• shows strong intuition towards problem solving


• is timely and adaptable 


• has strong written communication skills


• has strong interpersonal communication skills 

Sample tasks and assignments include: 

• helping to coordinate meetings and scheduling


• researching organizations or individuals and sharing back information in a clear and concise manner


• making phone calls to organizations or individuals on behalf of the organization