Special Events and Marketing Intern

Position Category: Internship

Company Name: Niagara Hospice

Company Website: http://www.niagarahospice.org

Location: 4675 Sunset Drive Lockport, NY 14094

Pay: $15.50 Hourly

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About the Company:

Where every day is to “Go Above & Beyond” to help others during the
challenging times of a terminal illness. Where you will provide patients
and families with expert symptom management and caregiver relief.
Working at Niagara Hospice is more than just a job – it is a place where
each day is different and rewarding, knowing you are making a difference
in the lives of our patients and their families. We provide a
compassionate approach to end-of-life care that emphasizes comfort,
support and guidance.

Salary Range:$15.50 To $15.50 Hourly

Grigg Lewis Foundation, Summer Workership Program

The Special Events & Marketing Intern position is for a student with career goals in the marketing and event planning fields. The workership exists to support fundraising efforts and is instrumental in helping to promote Niagara Hospice special events and other fundraisers in the community. These coordinated efforts help meet event department goals of creating exceptional event experiences for all participants as well as raise funds to directly support Niagara Hospice patients and families who may be underinsured.

Hours/Time Frame: 30 hours per week and ability to complete 300 hours between end of May 2025 and end of August 2025.

Duties and Responsibilities: Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Assist with fundraising/non-fundraising efforts, including event planning, soliciting donations, sponsorships, and secures prizes for raffles, auctions, etc.
Help design print collateral, direct mail pieces, displays, etc. related to the event. Organizes mailing (print and digital) campaigns of past participants to encourage continued participation to annual events
Communicates with outside vendors (i.e. location, rental fees and other charges related to events)
Coordinates purchase of food and beverages, orders supplies and assists with determining and securing appropriate décor (floral arrangements, linens, color schemes, etc.) and any other needed materials consistent with the theme of the event when applicable
Coordinate media presence at major events; assemble media kits as needed
Ensures compliance with all Niagara Hospice policies and procedures
Write copy for news releases, PSAs, newsletters and other collateral
Provide assistance with agency website updates and monitoring social media accounts
Review daily online and print news for organizational coverage and health industry news and themes

Qualifications:

High school graduate with valid NYS License
Must reside in Eastern Niagara County (Lockport, Newfane, Gasport, Sanborn, Cambria, Wilson, Ransomville, Wheatfield, Royalton, Hartland, Barker, Pendleton, Middleport and Somerset) and be enrolled at any college for Fall 2025 semester. Non-resident students registered for the Fall 2025 semester at Niagara University or NCCC are also eligible to apply
Excellent telephone etiquette and communication skills
Proficient in MS Office applications
Ability to multitask and prioritize requested job tasks
Adhere to all agency policies and procedures as stated in Policy Folder, including all HIIPA regulations
Able to work some nights and weekends when/where events are taking place

Working Conditions:

No hazardous or significantly unpleasant working conditions
Includes outside venues (exposure to outside elements)
Risks found in typical office setting

Physical Requirements / Dress Code

Periods of prolonged sitting, walking, standing
Intermittent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
Finger dexterity related to typing, using key pads, phones, filing, etc.
Able to lift and bend; exert up to 45 pounds of force
Ability to drive in various weather conditions
Dress in adherence to agency dress code that is provided upon hire