About the role#
The American Red Cross Southern California region is seeking a Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) intern. This role supports the mission of providing care and comfort to members of the United States Armed Forces and their families. You will work on a part-time basis, assisting with program development, research, and community outreach. This is a paid internship opportunity.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the assessment, development, and evaluation of veteran and military-focused programs.
- Conduct research to recommend processes for greater efficiency.
- Create and maintain databases for service events or projects.
- Analyze data to present facts and recommend solutions.
- Assist with strategic planning operations and the development of informational materials.
- Coordinate direct referrals to community and government agencies.
- Participate in military and veteran engagement events and regional outreach.
- Help create or maintain program plans and systems.
What you'll need#
- Must be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at an accredited college or university in San Diego county.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Up to 1 year of related experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Ability to work effectively on a team.
- Prior volunteer experience is highly preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: San Diego, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 20 hours per week during normal business hours.
- Compensation: $17.75 per hour.
- Employment Type: Part-time, temporary.
About American Red Cross
The American Red Cross is a non-profit organization founded in 1881. It provides disaster relief, blood collection, and emergency preparedness training to communities. Based in Washington, DC, the organization relies on a network of volunteers and donors to carry out its mission. It employs over 10,000 people to support its operations across various service areas.
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