A local non profit organization is looking for a marketing intern for the Spring Semester (starting in January). The organization is Downtown New Bedford, Inc.. It's vision is: "A healthy and active Downtown is vital to the City of New Bedford and its surrounding communities, therefore, Downtown New Bedford, Inc., is committed to enhancing the economic health of downtown New Bedford and as a partner of any public or private groups working for positive change. DNB is also dedicated to promoting a favorable environment for all residents and for the attraction and growth of small business."
Currently DNB has two major fundraising events: the Chowder Festival and the "Taste Our Southcoast" festival which took place for the first time last spring. Both events showcase local restaurants from the southcoast area and take place in downtown New Bedford at Custom House Square.
The intern would be responsible for developing a restaurant database, develop and implement a marketing /Recruitment Plan to be completed no later than April 1st and then participate in planning, developing and marketing the "Taste Our SouthCoast for June of 2008."
This is a paid position. The intern will be under the direction of the Executive Director of DNB and the Chair of the Events Committee.
Please send your cover letter and resume to the contact at Downtown New Bedford, Inc. is Donna Motta. Her email is dnb@downtownnewbedford.org and her phone number is (508) 990-2777.
