Internships
Internships
NONPROFIT FUNDRAISING UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
My Compassion is looking for interns in assisting the Fundraising Department to create and implement the organization’s fundraising efforts. As an intern you will be helping the core team with – events, grants, in-kind donations, donors and Sponsorships.
This internship positions will provide someone with substantial experience in nonprofit development, grant writing, event planning, researching donor prospects, solicitation strategizing, in addition to gaining valuable hands on experience working with one of the nation’s leading medical cannabis nonprofit organizations.
Each intern will be encouraged to take a leadership role in spearheading their project within the objectives of the development department, depending on one’s experience and hours of availability.
Responsibilities:
Events:
Donors & Sponsors:
Each internship position will also have its share of “busy” work including envelope stuffing and administrative duties like file cleaning and data entry.
Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. In the cover letter you should identify which of the responsibilities and areas of fundraising listed in the internship description above you are interested in. For example, “I am interest in working with foundations and events,” or “just foundations.” Also in the cover letter, please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you will be available to work.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
Do you know how to get the attention of your peers? Can you drive an issue on campus, in the classroom or in your social community? Are you an expert with social media? If so, you may be interested in building communities, both online and in-person, for one of the top medical cannabis non-profit organizations in the US. Join us at My Compassion as a Community Outreach Intern and help make a difference.
As a Community Outreach Intern, you will be challenged to handle a variety of responsibilities from social media to event planning to volunteer organization and interaction with the public and donors. Based on experience, you could also be writing press releases, handling media contacts, and assisting with video productions. You will be assigned critical tasks and get to see your work in action.
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Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
CLINICAL OUTREACH UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
My Compassion’s Clinical Outreach Representative is responsible for connecting with healthcare professionals to provide educational resources about medical cannabis care and build a robust clinical community throughout the region serving patients who are utilizing cannabis for their medical conditions. As the Clinical Outreach Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing and managing the following projects.
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Qualifications
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
CONTENT WRITERS & EDITORIAL UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
Are you a college student interested in gaining hands-on experience in journalism or creative writing while working alongside a passionate team in a fresh, forward-thinking medical cannabis organization? If so, My Compassion wants to hear from you!
We are currently seeking a journalism/content writing intern who will be responsible for writing, editing and publishing interesting stories on medical cannabis and creating digital content for web, mobile and social media. Our ideal candidate is an insightful interviewer; an excellent writer; a great story-teller; a creative thinker; and a courageous doer.
Here at My Compassion we love what we are doing, we believe in our mission and most importantly a fun work environment! So, come join us for an exciting, adventurous and rewarding school semester.
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Qualifications:
Majoring in Journalism, Communications, Creative Writing, or other related fields, junior and senior college students preferred.
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible), Monday through Friday.
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
DATA COLLECTION UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
My Compassion is seeking a highly motivated Data Collection Intern to join our data collection team. The ideal candidate will be flexible, detail-oriented, and have excellent organizational skills. In addition, you will need to quickly understand changes to collection protocol in response to workflows. S/He should be able to contribute to improvements in data collection projects by identifying bugs in tools and suggesting enhancements. Passion for data, efficiency, and accuracy as well as proactive behavior in addressing issues and problems in a huge plus. Ability to lead and simplify recruiting and training efforts is a plus.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
EVENT COORDINATOR UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
My Compassion is looking for a resourceful and organized Event Coordinator Intern who is task-oriented and results-driven. The position will combine administrative duties, research and client support and requires someone who is attentive to detail and a team player. The event coordinator intern will support My Compassions with its events including planning, implementation, logistics, registration, conducting market research, list creation, database management and providing on-site event assistance.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
GRAPHIC DESIGN UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
The graphic design intern will work with our design department on our numerous publications and collaborate with our fundraising department to create marketing collateral. Our ideal candidate is a quick learner and has a cooperative spirit, but also can work independently.
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Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
NONPROFIT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
A Non-profit program manager gets the chance to advance and provide a few people the chance to work with a mission they are passionate about. Self-starters using an enterprising mindset that drive a unique difference while managing a diverse scope of organizations specific tasks will stand out inside of a nonprofit program management position.
Because of its specific mission and nature on this position, non-profit program manager’s responsibilities vary from one organization to other varying to its missions. Non-profit program managers tend to be found in a variety of fields, from academic institutions and human services organization to environmental and political group inside the society. This sort of job signifies that it reaches the programs aim and successfully mandate along with ensuring the proportions of funds to have a successful and continually forthcoming.
As a nonprofit profession, My Compassion reaches out to thousands of people in countless, unique and different ways. This type of job spans a huge choice of responsibilities and opportunities around the globe. It doesn’t only matter that you will be passionate, nonprofit program managers provide opportunity with meaningful and directly impact for the society.
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Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
MARKETING / SALES / ADVERTISING INTERN
My Compassion is looking for a qualified intern to join our marketing/advertising team and seeks an intern who can participate in various stages of print and online marketing campaigns.
This intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of marketing.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
RESEARCH INTERN
My Compassion is looking for research interns to join our team. Our organization is working on exciting new developments in the field of medical cannabis research, and will offer a solid education to interns of all levels, so please apply regardless of your year and experience level.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
SOCIAL MEDIA UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
Forward-thinking, fast paced cannabis nonprofit is looking to hire an intern with strong knowledge and understanding of the digital media landscape, including various social media websites. The intern for this position will need strong critical thinking skills to integrate into our passionate team who are very excited to work with an intern hoping to gain a ton of great online experience.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
WEBSITE SEO UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
My Compassion has an opening for an SEO Intern to manage search engine optimization and marketing activities including content strategy, link building and keyword strategy to increase rankings on major search networks. You will also create and manage campaigns on Google.
Responsibilities:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
We are seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. Prior interning experience is not a requirement, but we do require you to have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A potential intern should be comfortable working independently but also working with a team and a supervisor.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in the internship, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. Please provide information on what semester you are looking to intern, and the estimated days and times you are available.
WEBSITE DESIGNER UNDERGRADUATE INTERN
My Compassion needs a professional Web Designer with experience in WordPress content management systems to take over the graphic and user interface design of our website. We’re looking for a candidate who has created and maintained functional, attractive websites for companies. We want to talk to you if your portfolio includes clean, modern, responsive websites with excellent navigational structures and detailed linking. If you stay current with the latest in web design and development trends, you’d be a great fit for this position.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Each intern will be expected to work 15–20 hours per week (this is flexible).
My Compassion is seeking motivated and responsible college students or young professionals looking to gain experience working with a nonprofit. A candidate should have an interest in My Compassions mission to provide medical cannabis education to the public. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Compensation:
This is a volunteer unpaid internship. We encourage you to use this internship to gain course credit and to seek out “work-study” grants with your college, if that is an option.
Application:
If you are interested in this position, please send an updated resume with a cover letter. In the cover letter, please provide information on days and times you will be available to work.
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