Special Events Intern

### **Position Summary** The Special Events Intern supports the planning, coordination, and execution of fundraising and community engagement events for Special Olympics Kansas. This internship provides hands-on experience in nonprofit event management, donor engagement, volunteer coordination, sponsorship fulfillment, and event logistics while helping create meaningful experiences for athletes, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters. ### Responsibilities - Assist with planning and coordinating fundraising and community events. - Help recruit, organize, and communicate with event volunteers. - Support sponsor fulfillment, including signage, recognition, and event benefits. - Prepare event materials, registration packets, auction items, and participant resources. - Assist with event setup, operations, and breakdown. - Manage registration tables and provide customer service to participants and guests. - Help maintain event timelines, checklists, and project plans. - Assist with collecting event data, participant feedback, and post-event reports. - Support donor stewardship efforts, including thank-you letters and follow-up communications. - Coordinate prize, raffle, and auction logistics as assigned. - Perform general administrative duties to support the Development team. ### Preferred Qualifications - Current college student or recent graduate in Event Management, Sports Management, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field. - Strong organizational and time management skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. - Comfortable working evenings and weekends during events. - Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. - Positive attitude with a passion for serving individuals with intellectual disabilities. ### Learning Opportunities - Event planning and execution - Fundraising strategy - Sponsor relationship management - Volunteer management - Project management - Nonprofit operations - Donor stewardship - Team collaboration and leadership ### Time Commitment - 10–20 hours per week (flexible around class schedules) - Additional availability during major fundraising events as needed ### Reports To Development Team ### Benefits - Gain real-world nonprofit and event management experience. - Build a professional portfolio of fundraising and community events. - Network with corporate partners, community leaders, and nonprofit professionals. - Make a lasting impact by supporting more than 5,000 Special Olympics Kansas athletes across the state.