2010 Summer Internship Opportunity

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is excited to offer an internship opportunity this summer! Please see more information below.

Internship Description: Interns will have the opportunity to work in the Events, Visitor Services, Operations, and Membership departments while working at the Chamber of Commerce.

Duties include the following:

• Events -- work closely with the Events Manager on all aspects of Old West Days, the July 4th Parade, and Fall Arts Festival
• Visitor Services – work with the Visitor Services Team, assisting visitors at the Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center, answering visitor inquiries at the administrative offices, and working on general visitor services projects.
• Operations – work closely with the Operations Manager to implement a digital filing system, produce the Annual Awards Celebration, and other projects.
• Membership – work closely with the Membership Manager to complete administrative tasks.

Hours: Approximately 20 hours/week

Dates Needed: May through September 2010. Dates may be flexible based on student’s school schedule.

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Motivated, forward-thinking individual who loves facing challenges and learning new skills .
• Interest in gaining experience in areas such as business communication, meeting planning, marketing, public relations, program development, project management, research, hospitality, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including phone and email skills.
• Ability to handle research assignments, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Graphic design capabilities a plus.

To apply please send your resume to April Hankey, Projects & Operations Manager, april@jacksonholehcamber.com.