2020 SECU Public Fellows Internship Program Job Descriptions
The Public Service Fellows (PSF) Program began in 2014 with support from the State Employees Credit Union (SECU) Foundation. Since its inception, 101 undergraduate students have completed internships with 58 organizations located in 14 North Carolina counties. The goal of the program is to foster workplace experiences for undergraduates at ECU while helping rural communities build professional capacity to address public issues.
Up to 20 students will be chosen each year for SECU Public Fellow Internships (PFI). Program participants will take part in 20 hours of leadership and professional development workshops in addition to the 330-hour PFI internship experience. Each student selected for the program receives a stipend of $4,500.
Students are expected to attend a virtual orientation, attend scheduled workshops during the semester, and will be required to present at an SECU advisory board meeting or record a presentation for an SECU advisory board meeting.
Start and End Dates
Aug. 10 through Nov. 13, 2020
Application Process
Applicants must complete a PFI application and submit a resume to be considered. Applications are available online.
All students selected for the PFI program must have undergraduate status and meet the following eligibility requirements by the internship start date:
- North Carolina resident;
- 3.0 GPA or higher in major field of study; and
- Completion of at least 60 semester credit hours.
East Carolina University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and as such encourages applications from qualified women and minorities.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at 252.737.1016 (voice/TTY).
Federal law requires proper documentation of identity and employability at the time of employment.
AMEXCAN Program Coordinator
Position Summary
The intern will work virtually as a program coordinator to develop, implement and evaluate existing programs, events and initiatives for AMEXCAN. They will work with others at AMEXCAN to develop new programs and work on building community capacity around health, advocacy, education and culture.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
AMEXCAN is a nonprofit organization that offers various educational programs including English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, enrichment programs for school age children, 4-H activities, public health education, and sessions on higher education and planning.
AMEXCAN is located at 261 Belvoir Highway in Greenville, N.C. The intern will report directly to Juvencio Rocha Peralta, Executive Director at AMEXCAN. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; have excellent written and verbal communication skills; maintain confidentiality; demonstrate time management skills; and work collaboratively in a diverse, team-based environment. Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
Majors Targeted
Communication, Education, Foreign Languages, Political Science, Public Health, Social Work, Human Geography, Sociology, and Counseling
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Ayden Chamber of Commerce Intern
Position Summary
The intern, under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Ayden Chamber of Commerce, will have the opportunity to complete the Ayden relocation guide, inventory of all properties in the business district, work on a membership drive, help with a new incubator space, organize the chamber banquet, and help with other tasks as needed.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
The Ayden Chamber of Commerce exists to serve the businesses and community of Ayden, N.C. The chamber has an 11-member board and one part-time employee. In partnership with town employees, the chamber provides businesses information, education, connections, awareness to the community, while also hosting several events that bring guests to the area.
The Chamber of Commerce is located at 235 Third Street, Ayden, N.C., 28513. The intern will report directly to Laura Todd, Executive Director Ayden Chamber of Commerce. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants should be comfortable interacting and communicating with various community stakeholders, hosting government, community, local business, and public, and nonprofit organizations. The intern should display the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, maintain confidentiality, demonstrate time management skills, and work collaboratively in a diverse, team-based environment.
Majors Targeted
Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Political Science, Engineering and Technology, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Public/Business Administration, and Accounting
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Beaufort County Economic Development Intern
Position Summary
The intern will work virtually with the Beaufort County Economic Development Director to help recruit, retain and expand business operation in the county through the development of technical data and its distribution through web-based and social media. Research activities will include web searches, interaction with local, state and federal officials, and interviews of local businesses and organizations.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
Beaufort County Economic Development was established in 2013 to facilitate the creation of new employment and increase business activity while encouraging the development of more advanced manufacturing in Beaufort County.
Beaufort County Economic Development is located at 705 Page Road in Washington, N.C. The student will report directly to Martyn Johnson, Director. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong writing skills, computer and internet skills, public speaking and verbal communication skills and data analysis skills.
Majors Targeted
Geography, Marketing, Economics, and Journalism
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Windsor/Bertie Chamber of Commerce Intern
Position Summary
The intern will be under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Windsor/Bertie Chamber of Commerce. The student will be able to not only attend, but will participate in discussions and planning that occurs at chamber meetings. The intern will not work outside of work schedule, except for a couple occasions which are planned out. The intern will also be responsible for completing administrative tasks.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
The chamber is committed to representing and advocating business interests, promoting economic growth, providing leadership in community affairs, enhancing the quality of life for the people of Bertie County. Our membership consists of 100 businesses, 25 nonprofits, associations or agencies and a like number of individual members totaling around 150 members in all. The chamber hosts events for the Town of Windsor, such as the Sage Festival, Freedom Fireworks, and Christmas Parade, as well as hosting business after hours, lunch and learns, and other meetings to promote business interests. Its goal is to unite its community to make our home a better place for its businesses and citizens.
The Chamber of Commerce is located at 121 East Granville Street, Windsor, N.C., 27983. The intern will report directly to Lewis Hoggard, Executive Director Windsor/Bertie Chamber of Commerce. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants should be comfortable interacting and communicating with various community stakeholders, hosting government, community, local business, and public, and nonprofit organizations. The intern should display the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, maintain confidentiality, demonstrate time management skills, and work collaboratively in a diverse, team-based environment.
Majors Targeted
Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Political Science, Engineering and Technology, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Public/Business Administration, and Accounting.
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Chowan County Local Government Intern
Position Summary
The intern has the unique experience of working closely with three different organizations, collaborating and working together toward furthering the growth of the Chowan County community. The intern will gain robust knowledge of the inner workings of tourism, the chamber of commerce, and economic development. They will learn the difference in a unit of local government, a nonprofit, and a public/private economic development organization. The intern will compile information and data, update data bases, and assist with special projects as needed.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
The Chowan County Tourism Development Authority is responsible for marketing and promotion to bring visitors and new residents to the area. The Edenton Chowan Partnership provides research and information to foster economic and workforce development through the recruitment and expansion of industry, and Edenton-Chowan Chamber of Commerce acts as the voice of local business, promotes entrepreneurship, strengthens member businesses, stimulates local prosperity, and contributes to the growth and stability of the community. The Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Development Authority, and Edenton Chowan Partnership are located at 101 W. Water Street, Edenton, N.C., 27932.
The intern will report directly to Win Dale, Executive Director Edenton-Chowan Chamber of Commerce. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants should be comfortable interacting and communicating with various community stakeholders, hosting government, community, local business, and public, and nonprofit organizations. The intern should display the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, maintain confidentiality, demonstrate time management skills, and work collaboratively in a diverse, team-based environment.
Majors Targeted
Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Political Science, Engineering and Technology, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Public/Business Administration, and Accounting.
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Murfreesboro Chamber of Commerce Intern
Position Summary
The intern will work on a project of the chamber in coordination with the Town of Murfreesboro, Mayors Task Force. The task force is working on a project brought on by a recommendation from the Construction Professionals Network Institute, Inc. This project is seeking grant funds to improve pedestrian safety in Murfreesboro. The intern will also work with the Chamber in preparation of the upcoming Christmas Parade, Historical Committee Candlelight Tour, and other events. This will involve marketing, including newspaper and radio interviews, planning and asset securing, organizing event schedules and coordination with local law enforcement and others. The intern will also assist with the setup of a newly obtained desktop computer and the transfer of files from the old computer, including email lists, files and documents, and transition to a cloud-based storage for newly created files.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
The Murfreesboro Chamber of Commerce promotes the civic, commercial, agricultural, industrial, and cultural interests of the Town of Murfreesboro and surrounding community in order to bring a closer relationship among its members and to secure concerted action on their part in constant improvement of existing conditions.
The Chamber of Commerce is located at 116 East Main Street, Murfreesboro, N.C., 27855. The intern will report directly to Daryl K. Williams, Executive Director Murfreesboro Chamber of Commerce. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants should be comfortable interacting and communicating with various community stakeholders, hosting government, community, local business, and public, and nonprofit organizations. The intern should display the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, maintain confidentiality, demonstrate time management skills, and work collaboratively in a diverse, team-based environment.
Majors Targeted
Business, Political Science, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Public/Business Administration, and Hospitality Leadership
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Hope Restorations Strategic Planning and Marketing Intern
Position Summary
The intern will work directly with the Hope Restorations Executive Director and Administrative Assistant to learn the mission of Hope Restorations and find a project in their area that reflects this mission. Past projects have included grant writing, fundraiser planning, website development, and marketing.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
Hope Restorations Inc. provides paid employment, training and other support to adults recovering from addictions and incarceration. The work provided involves acquiring and renovating deteriorating houses to more modern standards to provide safe, energy-efficient housing to lower income families.
Hope Restorations Inc. is located at 500 N. Queen Street, Kinston, N.C. The intern will report directly to Chris Jenkins, Executive Director.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The internship candidate will need to be confident in their chosen field of study, and able to discern how someone in that chosen field would contribute to our organization’s success. The intern needs to be an active learner and listener, be able to manage one’s own time and priorities, be able to be an active team player, and be willing to imagine new possibilities, strategies and outcomes.
Majors Targeted
Business Management, Business Finance, Public Administration, Social Work, Psychology/Mental Health/Substance Abuse, Counseling, Community Development, Construction Management, Adult Education, Statistics/Research Information Technology, Public Policy, and Marketing
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Interfaith Refugee Volunteer Coordinator
Position Summary
The intern will be tasked with recruiting and managing volunteers, while also developing virtual learning programs and teaching plans for refugees. The volunteers will be recruited through a variety of media – newspapers, church bulletins, calls to civic groups, and social media. Interns will also interview prospective volunteers. Once appropriately trained, the intern will hold monthly meetings to inform and educate volunteers and potential volunteers about refugees and the needs of this program. The intern will also be responsible for coordinating volunteers for special events and assisting at these events.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
Interfaith Refugee Ministry is dedicated to helping refugees rebuild their lives in eastern North Carolina by assisting with the basic necessities when they first arrive in New Bern and surrounding areas. This includes, but is not limited to, assistance with housing, food, clothing, employment, learning English, and cultural orientation. The ultimate goal is to help refugees become self-reliant, emotionally secure, and culturally adjusted in their new home. Each year, Interfaith Refugee Ministry resettles new refugee families from around the world. The staff, working with volunteers, civic groups and faith communities, ensures each refugee will receive basic initial support as they begin a new life in a strange land.
Interfaith Refugee Ministry is located at 1913 Trent Blvd. in New Bern, N.C. The intern will work with Karen Brandt. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Good communication skills, writing skills, computer skills, and a willingness to be work as a team.
Majors Targeted
Marketing, Social Work, Education, Management, and Human Resources
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NC CIVIL Family Engagement Coordinator Assistant
Position Summary
This internship serves at the NC CIVIL Outreach Office in West Greenville and operates at the center of community organizing, aimed at bringing local agencies, organizations, and community residents together to improve coordination of services and connect residents to resources. Through NC CIVIL’s platform, the role engages with a wide range of strategies and approaches, with initiatives in various sectors. The role provides technical support for outreach, community engagement activities, and youth and family support services. The intern’s duties will include family outreach, referral coordination, volunteer recruitment, data management, program management and communications.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
NC CIVIL is a nonprofit community action group, specializing in outreach, citizen engagement, and partnership development for community-based initiatives. It is an open platform for service learning, leadership development and corporate responsibility.
NC Civil is located at 800 No. 5 W Fifth Street, Greenville, N.C. The intern will be supervised by Jermaine McNair, Executive Director. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants should be able to engage professionally and personally with a diverse public, serve in both an office setting and in an outdoor environment in a wide variety of weather conditions doing light manual labor, and organize information and distribute them according to individual encounter.
Majors Targeted
Sociology, African and African American Studies, Business Administration, Communication, Social Work, Family and Community Services, Political Science, Public Administration, and Public Health
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Pocosin Arts School of Fine Craft Art Administration Intern
Position Summary
The Art Administration intern will provide intensive support for Pocosin Arts Online Craft Programs. The intern will work with the Program Director to implement Zoom craft workshops and classes that include ceramics, metalsmithing, painting, mixed media, and digital design/fabrication for youth and adults. Other responsibilities include hosting zoom workshop sessions, processing registrations, customer communications, and reporting.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
The Pocosin Arts School of Fine Craft offers hands-on craft workshops and classes for all ages in clay, metals, painting, mixed media, wood, and more. Its youth programs are grant supported and cater to its local participants. The school’s adult workshops cater to participants from across the country who come to participate in its four-day workshops led by some of the very best instructors in the various craft fields. Besides providing cultural and craft opportunities to its community, the school also serves as an economic driver in Columbia. The Pocosin Arts School of Fine Craft is located at 201 Main Street, Columbia, N.C.. The PFI will report directly to Michelle Clower or Marleen True.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The intern should have an interest in arts education, experience working with children and adults, possess outstanding verbal and written communication, possess strong organizational skills, be able to work independently, be able to handle multiple projects at once, and be able to work in a diverse environment.
Majors Targeted
Art, Art Education, Adult Education, Secondary Education Hospitality Management, Educational Administration and Supervision, Educational Leadership, Theatre Arts, and Theatre Arts Education
Chowan County Planning Intern
Position Summary
The intern would be responsible for helping merge the recently adopted Land Use Plan with the current County Development Codes for consistency. The Intern would also help to revise and provide amendments to the County Development Codes with regard to the new Chapter 160D General Statutes.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
The Chowan County Planning and Inspections Department handles all aspects of planning and zoning for the unincorporated areas of Chowan County. These include long range and strategic planning, zoning, permitting and code enforcement, as well as all building inspections.
Chowan County Planning and Inspection is located at 305 W. Freemason St., Edenton. The intern will report directly to Brandon Shoaf. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in-person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be proficient at all Office products and be able to work with PDF software.
Majors Targeted
Planning
East Carolina Vocational Center Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Position Summary
The intern will work to identify opportunities to implement changes to improve manufacturing processes, determine root causes of failures in design, tolerances, processing methods using statistical approach, design layout of equipment and work spaces to maximize efficiency, prepare reports summarizing trends related to manufacturing performance, and perform process audits with the goal of continuous improvement. Interns will analzye the financial impacts of sustainable manufacturing processes or sustainable product manufacturing. Support new business costing, quotation functions and analysis work on annual costing evaluation for targeted products.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
East Carolina Vocational Center (ECVC) is a private nonprofit 501(c)(3) AbilityOne affiliated corporation. It provides job training and employment services to persons with disabilities in Pitt and its surrounding counties in eastern North Carolina. Its mission is to help persons with disabilities attain a higher quality of life through the achievement of their vocational goals. The mission is funded through many lines of business with both federal government and commercial contracts as follows: manufacturing of frames and battery terminal lugs; packaging & distribution of batteries, pipe cleaners, drill bits, office products, and other special project products; custom framing and chair caning; commingled recyclables sorting services; and, local janitorial services. Not only do the lines of business help fund the mission, but they also serve as opportunities to provide meaningful employment.
ECVC is located at 2100 N. Greene St., Greenville. The intern will report directly to Tom Rassau. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in-person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Computer-aided design, researching and developing design methods, understanding and analyzing and improving manufacturing processes, quality management and control.
Majors Targeted
Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Industrial Systems Technology
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Heart for ENC Marketing Intern
Position Summary
The intern will work to build Heart for ENC’s plan, presence and consistency on social media platforms; promote training events; provide creative energy and efforts to building Heart for ENC’s brand; develop a database of organizations and how to strategize those; research and implement CRM; and assist with grant research and organization.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
Heart for ENC is an organization that exists to equip and empower nonprofit organizations and ministries in eastern North Carolina. Heart for ENC believes that healthy nonprofits can empower change and help transform communities. It provides training and development, work to connect the needs of nonprofits with the resources of the broader community and provide support services such as grant writing and audit assistance to organizations that may not have access to expertise in those areas. In addition, it works to build community among nonprofit leaders through regular gatherings and events. Heart for ENC advocates for nonprofits and use our networks and social media influence to help raise awareness of organizations’ work and needs.
Heart for ENC is located at 101 W. 14th St., Suite 103, Greenville. The intern will report directly to Sid Bradsher. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, be knowledgeable in social media, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, maintain confidentiality, demonstrate time management skills, and work collaboratively in a diverse, team-based environment.
Majors Targeted
Business, Marketing, Communications, Family and Community Services, and Social Work
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Love A Sea Turtle (LAST) Marketing Intern
Position Summary
The selected intern needs to be skilled or willing to learn how to manage Love A Sea Turtle’s many student-led initiatives remotely via conference call, email, text and social media methods. The intern will establish methods to help recruit new members and volunteers in a post-COVID environment, make presentations to potential funders and donors remotely or in a safe and approved manner, attend limited meetings with outside groups (scheduled), develop a calendar of events/strategic plan, submit news articles, write press releases, learn to write basic grants, and assist in new program development.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
Love A Sea Turtle (LAST) is dedicated to environmental stewardship by engagement of youth in leadership development, marine and ocean conservation and service learning, inspiring others to get involved in year-round community service, and providing nature-based outdoor programs for underrepresented youth. Its mission is accomplished through innovative programs and initiatives providing experiential learning, student leadership opportunities, and activities for youth to be exposed to real world situations, overcome their fears, spark new ideas and develop an appreciation, understanding, and desire to protect our environment.
LAST is located at 105 Bishop Drive, Winterville. The intern will report directly to Daniel and Kay Sokolovic. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, social media, public speaking and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Majors Targeted
Education, Social Work, CDFR, Leadership, and Business
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Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children Intern
Position Summary
The intern will be involved in planning and executing annual fall events, figuring out how to move these events into a virtual environment as needed; follow up on calls and data entry for child care referrals; research grant opportunities; assist with social media, website and blog posts; assist with training for child care providers.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children is a local nonprofit organization that focuses on children ages birth to 5 years old. Through our various programs it strives to promote the importance of quality early childhood education in childcare centers, as well as, at home with parents. Its mission is to make meaningful and measurable investments in young children to enable them to achieve their fullest potential.
Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children is located at 111 Eastbrook Drive, Greenville. The intern will report to Amanda Parmelee, Community Outreach Director. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Good oral and written communication, ability to work as team, efficient in time management, organize, self-motivated, and willing to learn about the nonprofit sector and early childhood.
Majors Targeted
Education, Marketing, Summer Learning, Social Work, Child Development and Family Relations, and Public Health
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Coastal Policy and Restoration Intern
Position Summary
The intern will work with North Carolina Coastal Federation’s staff to apply research, analytical and professional writing skills to coastal management issues. The intern will be assigned a project and mentored remotely by a federation staff member.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
The North Carolina Coastal Federation is a member supported 501(c)(3) that is focused on protecting and restoring the North Carolina coast by collaborating with and engaging with people from all walks of life who are committed to preserving the coast for current and future generations.
The North Carolina Coastal Federation is located at 3609 NC 24 Newport (Ocean), NC 28570. The intern will work with Ana Zivanovic-Nenadovic. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Research and public policy skills, potential GIS and land use planning, project management, Microsoft Office proficiency. Critical thinking, strong writing skills, time management, and ability to work with short deadlines.
Majors Targeted
Conservation Management, Conservation Science, Communication, GIS, Environmental Management, and Planning
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READ ENC Internship
Position Summary
The intern will assist READ ENC’s executive director in the regular work of our community literacy coalition. This involves a variety of community activities, including servicing little libraries and book nooks throughout Pitt County, as well as maintaining READ ENC’s online presence (website, COVID-19 resources and Facebook page). Additionally, this fall we hope to launch a READ public awareness campaign, which will involve recruiting key community members for a poster/digital image campaign to be developed using ALA’s READ Design Studio. READ ENC is in the process of purchasing ALA’s READ Design Studio software for this campaign and the intern would collaborate with READ ENC’s Executive Director to identify community members, request their participation, take/gather pictures, and create posters/digital images. A second initiative will be to continue to identify and recognize community members as READ ENC Reading Champions, those who are investing exceptional effort into improving children’s language and literacy (birth through third grade).
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
READ ENC serves as a hub for literacy resources, support and collaboration across eastern North Carolina. It seeks to unify parents, teachers, childcare professionals, nonprofit agencies, business, industry, government, academia, faith-based communities, and surrounding grade-level reading campaigns to ensure that every child is surrounded by the resources needed to assure their 0-5 development, support school success, and instill a lifelong passion for reading and learning. A commitment is made to helping all children read at or above grade level by the end of third grade due to the importance of this benchmark as a critical predictor of high school graduation and career success.
READ ENC is located Sheppard Memorial Library, 530 Evans Street, Greenville. The intern will report to Dr. Terry S. Atkinson, executive director. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A variety of skills and majors are applicable and will be considered for this position, such as those related to literacy, summer learning, social service, public health, or technology.
Majors Targeted
Education, Communications, Marketing, Summer Learning, Social Service, Public Health, and Technology
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Turange Theatre Intern
Position Summary
The intern will be involved in development of online subscription program, two reader theatre productions of a teen performance of a Halloween production and A Christmas Carol, outreach strategies for productions, development of an outdoor theatrical productions, theatre memorabilia and costume museum, and will participate in the set up and implementation of events.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
The Arts of the Pamlico is a vibrant hub of arts and culture, headquartered in its Historic Turnage Theatre on Main Street in downtown Washington, N.C. The artplex is 32,000 square feet, hosts events, performances, art galleries, a theatre memorabilia museum, costume museum, a bakery, a catering kitchen, a fully restored palace style theatre, a full stage and large maker space with a recording studio, costume shoppe, dressing rooms, pottery area and an unrestored Vaudeville era theatre on the second and third floors above the front building.
Arts of the Pamlico, Historic Turnage Theatre, is located at 150 West Main Street, Washington. The intern will report to Debra Torrence, executive director. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The ideal candidate will have strong oral communication skills and good written communication skills. They will have an understanding of performance arts. The candidate must be willing to initiate steps needed based on directions provided to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. The candidate must be willing to work both independently and as a team with staff and volunteers. A strong understanding of how social media works is needed to support outreach efforts. The candidate should possess a willingness to learn and be flexible in a fast paced, ever changing environment.
Majors Targeted
Theatre, Art, Marketing, and Music
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Washington County Intern
Position Summary
The intern will primarily assist with the implementation of the first Citizen’s Academy. They will work with and interview the participating department heads on the presentations that will feature services their respective department provides as well as work on an interactive activity that would further educate participants. The intern will work with finance on the creation of graphics to present with budget updates to the commissioners at their meetings. The desired outcome will include a completed Citizen’s Academy and Citizen’s Academy binder which the intern will then assist with facilitating and presenting the outcome to the Board of County Commissioners. The Citizen’s Academy will serve as a free educational course to citizens of Washington County to learn about the county structure and the different services the county provides. Additionally, they would have the chance to work with Finance and the County Manager to make graphics to be included in the monthly board package to the Board of County Commissioners.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
Washington County is the government body that provides public services to citizens within the county lines. The county encompasses the municipalities of Plymouth, Creswell and Roper, as well as a few unincorporated areas such as the Pea Ridge Sound. Its mission is to serve and protect the citizens of the county by promoting social welfare and community and economic development.
Washington County is located at 116 Adams St. Plymouth. The intern will report to Curtis Potter. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in-person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The ideal candidate will have strong oral communication skills and good written communication skills. The candidate must be willing to initiate steps needed based on directions provided to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. The candidate must be willing to work both independently and as a team. A strong understanding of how virtual presentation software such as Zoom works. The candidate must be well-organized, prompt and self-motivated.
Majors Targeted
Public Policy, Political Science, Education, Finance, and Sociology
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Entrepreneurial Program Development Intern
Position Summary
In Fall 2020, Wayne County Public Library will deliver a project to benefit aspiring entrepreneurs in Wayne County. This project’s goal is to advance equity and community economic health by increasing e-commerce support for all entrepreneurs, particularly those who have been underrepresented in entrepreneurship: women, people of color, immigrants, and veterans. The intern will support the library with developing a syllabus and offer support with evaluating strategies to complete this project virtually. Since digital tools and resources will be needed, the student intern will provide best practices on educational opportunities and basic business planning to include an entrepreneurial mindset. The student intern will also be responsible for working with community partners and recruiting presenters for this project. As the library looks at projected outcomes it will provide educational opportunities, digital tools and resources, a space for exploration, innovation, and imaginative risk taking to aspiring entrepreneurs interested in using online marketplaces and e-commerce sites in their business model.
Internship Location and Supervisor Information
Located in eastern North Carolina, Wayne County Public Library is a medium sized public library. The library operates as a department of the County of Wayne with an annual operating budget of $2,100,000. The library envisions a Wayne County where library services ensure that all people can explore ideas, discover possibilities, and have opportunities for success, growth and joy. Our mission is to strengthen our community by bringing people together to explore, discover, and connect. In order to fulfill our vision and mission, and live out the county’s core values of customer service, continuous improvement, diversity and inclusion, employee engagement and workforce development we make the following promises: to engage with our community, respond to our patrons, and support our staff.
Wayne County Public Library is located at 1001 E. Ash Street, Goldsboro. The intern PFI will report directly to Cindy Pendergraph. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the intern will work virtually throughout the entirety of the internship with possible in-person meetings from time to time.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The intern would be detail oriented, motivated, and have some working knowledge of business and marketing. We are searching for a candidate that would have the ability to train and plan virtual programming.
Majors Targeted
Business, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship