Sponsorship Support Internship

Edison Festival of Light; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Edison Festival of Light in Fort Myers is seeking a Sponsorship Intern to support corporate engagement, program coordination, and event logistics. This unpaid internship offers practical experience in sponsorship and business operations.

The intern will learn by supporting the sales process for program advertising, conducting research, and assisting in various projects under the direction of the Executive Director of Development.

Qualifications

• Must currently be enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for sponsorship coordination and business community engagement.
• Help prepare for sponsor-related events.
• Conduct effective internet research.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated and flexible

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university

Job description

The Sponsorship Intern will report directly to the Executive Director of Development in the areas of corporate engagement, program coordination, advertising sales, and event logistics. This is an unpaid internship offered for each semester (fall, spring, and summer).

Please note: Due to budget constraints, Edison Festival of Light interns may need to bring their own laptop computer or similar device such as a tablet or iPad with appropriate software for use during work hours. The work takes place in downtown Fort Myers.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for sponsorship coordination, engagement with the business community, meetings, sponsor activations, proposals, reports, and more.
• Help prepare for sponsor-related events.
• Conduct effective internet research.
• Research potential individual, corporate, and foundation donors for the organization.
• Support the sales process in regards to program advertising sales.
• Maintain consistent compliance with Edison Festival of Light Volunteer and Intern policies.
• Assist and facilitate staff on individual projects as necessary.

Qualifications

• Must currently be enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Self‑motivated, flexible, quick learner, and possesses a high level of personal integrity.
• Detail‑oriented with ability to meet deadlines, both prescribed and self‑imposed.
• Degree of professionalism, especially when dealing with people.
• Ability to multi‑task, establish priorities, meet deadlines, and successfully manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• Experience with nonprofit organizations is preferred.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Information

Under direction and supervision of the Executive Director of Development, the student will learn the following.

Learning Outcomes

• Increase proficiency in specific business disciplines such as program coordination, operations, communications and event planning.
• Develop and improve business skills in communication, program management, fundraising management, nonprofit management, and leadership.
• Develop sales skills through support of program advertising sales.
• Observe and participate in organization operations and decision‑making.
• Meet professional role models and potential mentors who can provide guidance, feedback, and support.
• Understand the fundraising process for nonprofit organizations.
• Expand network of professional contacts.
• Develop and maintain a solid work ethic and professional demeanor, as well as a commitment to ethical conduct and social responsibility.