WaterFire Internship Program
ABOUT
The
WaterFire Internship Program offers students the opportunity to have an up-close
view of the inner workings of a major nonprofit organization dedicated to the
ritual of renewal in a city through the magic of art and music, water and fire.
An internship at WaterFire is a very unique experience allowing interns to work
side-by-side with staff and members of the community to present an amazing and
moving event. Whether an intern is
interested in learning more about the workings of a nonprofit, about art,
theatre, music, or community, an internship at WaterFire combines it all.
INTERNSHIP REQUIRMENTS
Required
skills include:
·
The ability to confidently take and follow direction, as well as
multi-task
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Experience with Microsoft Office, and have general computer and
internet knowledge
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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The ability to work well independently and with others
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Access to a car and a valid driver’s license are preferable
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Genuine interest in art, culture and community, and WaterFire
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Tasks
will change daily depending on the needs of the organization, but will include
a variety of desk work as well as physical work. Interns will work closely with
their supervisors and other members of the WaterFire staff to prepare for and
carry out WaterFire events.
Special
Events and Operations
The Special Events and Operations Intern will work closely with the Director of Events and Operations and other members of the WaterFire staff to prepare for and carry out WaterFire events.
Activities include: clerical and administrative tasks necessary to prepare for the events, assistance with event operations and coordination, physical tasks in preparation for the events, as well as a wide range of responsibilities on the evenings of the event which may include: set-up of receptions and stages, errand running, filling braziers with wood, cleaning up the river, decorating, breakdown, and clean-up.
The Special Events and Operations Intern will work closely with the Director of Events and Operations and other members of the WaterFire staff to prepare for and carry out WaterFire events.
Activities include: clerical and administrative tasks necessary to prepare for the events, assistance with event operations and coordination, physical tasks in preparation for the events, as well as a wide range of responsibilities on the evenings of the event which may include: set-up of receptions and stages, errand running, filling braziers with wood, cleaning up the river, decorating, breakdown, and clean-up.
Development
The
Development Intern will work closely with the Development Associate and other
members of the WaterFire staff to prepare for and carry out WaterFire events.
Activites include: press releases, sponsorship relations, media contacts, organizing and project planning, website maintenance, new media projects, assistance at events and more. Responsibilities on the evenings of the event which may include: communicating with volunteers and VIP guests, set-up, errand running, organizing boat rides, decorating, breakdown, and clean-up.
Activites include: press releases, sponsorship relations, media contacts, organizing and project planning, website maintenance, new media projects, assistance at events and more. Responsibilities on the evenings of the event which may include: communicating with volunteers and VIP guests, set-up, errand running, organizing boat rides, decorating, breakdown, and clean-up.
Volunteer
Coordination
The
Volunteer Coordination Intern will work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator
and other members of the WaterFire staff to prepare for and carry out WaterFire
events.
Activities include: clerical and administrative tasks necessary to prepare for the events, assistance with volunteer coordination, physical tasks in preparation for the events, as well as a wide range of responsibilities on the evenings of the event. Event day tasks might include: set-up, errand running, filling braziers with wood, organizing lunch for the volunteers, cleaning up the river, gardening, decorating, staffing donation stations, fire tending, breakdown, and clean-up.
Activities include: clerical and administrative tasks necessary to prepare for the events, assistance with volunteer coordination, physical tasks in preparation for the events, as well as a wide range of responsibilities on the evenings of the event. Event day tasks might include: set-up, errand running, filling braziers with wood, organizing lunch for the volunteers, cleaning up the river, gardening, decorating, staffing donation stations, fire tending, breakdown, and clean-up.
Arts &
Research
The
Arts & Research Intern will work closely with the Graphics Designer and
other members of the WaterFire staff to prepare for and carry out WaterFire
related events.
Activities include: research associated with grants, public art, cultural collaborations, & creative fundraising strategies; preparing and designing manuals for various aspects of the WaterFire event (invites, signage, pamphlets, etc); updating and authoring portions of the website; preparing press materials; errand running; and various clerical and administrative tasks. Some experience with (or willingness to learn) Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator helpful.
Activities include: research associated with grants, public art, cultural collaborations, & creative fundraising strategies; preparing and designing manuals for various aspects of the WaterFire event (invites, signage, pamphlets, etc); updating and authoring portions of the website; preparing press materials; errand running; and various clerical and administrative tasks. Some experience with (or willingness to learn) Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator helpful.
Nonprofit
Management
The
Nonprofit Management Intern will work closely with the Managing Director on
variety issues that shape the ongoing grown and changes in the organization.
The Intern will assist in grant writing, business research, and assist in
ongoing projects based upon the needs of the Managing Director.
Activities
include: Grant Writing, Use of social media as a tool, research, errand
running, varies projects evaluating feasibility, business models, strategic
planning, organizational relationship building research, etc. Some experience
with Microsoft Office and internet based research is helpful.
Videography
and Media
Working
directly with the Associate Media Producer, this internship will involve
assisting in video production, post-production and marketing projects for the
2012 WaterFire season. Projects and tasks might include capturing significant
occurrences during WaterFire lightings, assisting in various marketing projects
utilizing video captured during the season, editing and post-production work on
material for both internal and external sources, working with and organizing the
WaterFire Media Library, and assisting in the program and project development.
Activities
include: Use of videography and photography equipment during the event, assist
in various editing and video production projects, work with and troubleshoot
varies videography, photography, and digital audio equipment during set up and
between events, manage small groups of volunteer photographers and
videographers, and work with the WaterFire Media Library.
TIME COMMITMENT
Full
time or Part time; Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer terms. Schedule can be made
flexible to accommodate Intern availability.
LOCATION COMPENSATION
WaterFire
Providence Studio All
WaterFire internships are unpaid.
101
Regent Avenue
Providence,
RI 02908
HOW TO APPLY
To
apply for an internship position, please send a cover letter (stating which
internship you are interested in) and resume to Alex Brinckerhoff, Volunteer
Coordinator at alex@waterfire.org. For more information about interning at
WaterFire Providence, please contact Alex via email or at 401-273-1155 x171.
