Events and Fundraising Internship

Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 6,700 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend offered

Job summary

Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research is seeking an energetic intern in nonprofit/event production, marketing, project management or related field in Pensacola, FL. The role offers hands-on experience across development, logistics, and community relations, with a focus on supporting events and fundraising efforts.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Public Administration or Social Work programs and can commit 15–20 hours per week for

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects.
• Strong organizational and research skills.
• An ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Eagerness to learn.
• Valid driver''s license and reliable transportation.
• Available minimum 15 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the silent auction and assist with guest lists, mailings, vendor communications and sponsor benefits.
• Plan and coordinate administrative tasks, manage volunteer assignments and post-registration communications.
• Engage with pop-up vendors, handle event materials and sponsor appreciation efforts.
• Coordinate on-site logistics, run-of-show, setup and teardown support.
• Capture real-time social media content during events and assist with post-event wrap-ups.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Valid driver's license

Time management

Education

Currently enrolled in a degree program (Business/Marketing/Public Relations/Communications/Public Administration/Social Work)

Job description

Rally Foundation was started by a simple yet powerful question from one mother to another,

"What can I do to help?"

Rally's mission is to empower volunteers across the country to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer research to find better treatments with fewer long-term side effects and, ultimately, cures.

Join our team and answer the question.

Overview:

We are seeking an energetic individual pursuing a future career in nonprofit, event production, marketing, project management or similar field. The candidate must be committed to Rally's mission and have a desire to serve our supporters and volunteers with compassion, integrity, and humility. This is a fast-paced, multi-faceted opportunity for a candidate who wants to work hard and gain unparalleled experience in a nonprofit setting.

Selected interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the area(s) of: business and non-profit management; development and fundraising; marketing & PR; logistics; professionalism; and community relations. Students currently enrolled towards a degree in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Public Administration, Social Work or other related areas of study.

Our internship program is an immersive experience lasting 4-6 months averaging 15-20 hours per week working in our office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. A stipend is offered for the internship. Attendance at several of our special events is required. Additional in-office days may also be necessary.

Necessary Skills Include:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects
• Strong organizational and research skills
• An ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Eagerness to learn
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Available minimum 15 hours per week. Additional hours may be needed around special events in December and March.

Rally offers customized internships based on the individual's academic and career goals as well as availability.

• Signature Events: Oversee the silent auction and assist with guest lists, mailings, vendor communications and logistics and sponsor benefits.
• Planning & Administrative Coordination: Document planning meetings, manage volunteer assignments, organize packing inventories, and handle post-registration communications with holiday shopping pop-up vendors.
• Vendor & Sponsor Engagement: Solicit in-kind dessert donations, serve as the primary liaison for pop-up vendors, distribute event materials/signage, and manage swag item pickup and post-event thank-you gifts.
• On-Site Logistics & Operations: Execute run-of-show supply deliveries, manage digital media/slideshow setups, assist with guest check-in, and serve as an active event-day runner for setup, teardown, and vendor support.
• Content Creation & Post-Event Wrap-Up: Capture real-time social media content during the event, facilitate post-event returns, and assist with committee thank-you luncheons and vendor/sponsor appreciation efforts.