OCBC Intern

This is a great opportunity to connect with business owners, the design field, and work as an event administrator within a hip and thriving part of Philadelphia--Old City. Our organization will need an intern for the following duties:

Administrative

  • Field telephone calls and e-mails for information requests, follow-up, and planning.
  • Print and distribute posters, literature, and post cards
  • Take notes at meetings and post said notes to Website

Event Coordination

  • Participate in all aspects of event planning and coordination
  • Act as liaison to businesses and community participants, ensuring they meet and follow event guidelines
  • Plan receptions, parties, and other gatherings

Marketing

  • Write press releases and maintain contact with press.
  • Web: Maintain OCBC website, write updates, and blog.
  • Cross-promote with other organizations and businesses
  • Sponsors: Maintain contact with sponsors, and maintain sponsorship agreements.
  • Marketing Materials: create marketing materials for distribution

Skills

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Photoshop. Knowledge of Illustrator would be helpful but not required.
  • Good Communication Skills: ability to be cordial and friendly while fielding calls and visiting business owners.
  • Proficient Writing Skills: ability to write press releases and marketing materials. Good proof-reading skills.
  • Self-Starter: Execution of projects from start to finish, meeting deadlines and objectives.

This is an exciting position, giving candidates the opportunity to network with various businesses and learn about marketing, design, retail, and all aspects of business within the Old City community.