What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development and Events Intern position at Family House?
FAMILY HOUSE, INC. INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION
POSITION : Development and Events Intern
STATUS : Temporary, Hourly / Average 12 hours per week a $12 / hour (Maximum 300 hours)
REPORTABILITY : Manager of Events and Donor Recognition
Family House provides a "home away from home" for patients and their families who travel to Pittsburgh for medical treatment. By offering convenient, affordable, and safe lodging in a home-like environment, Family House helps to reduce the emotional and financial stress for thousands of individuals facing a medical crisis in an unfamiliar city.
GENERAL SUMMARY :
The Development and Events Intern will assist staff in coordinating various assigned aspects of event planning. Primary support responsibility will be for the annual Family House Polo Match to be held on September 6, 2025, at Hartwood Acres. This position will also assist with development and marketing efforts.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Assist staff in execution of development and marketing plan.
- Provide ideas and content for marketing pieces, including the newsletter and social media.
- Research corporate and foundation funding opportunities.
- Assist staff in coordinating various aspects of the Polo Match, including but not limited to : ticketing, event promotion and marketing, silent auction, and outreach.
- Attend related event meetings (some evenings required).
- Assist with physical management of donated items (e.g. picking up, sorting, storing) and set-up of site.
- Assist with general office tasks as needed. This includes but is not limited to : filing, copying, coordinating mailings, and organizing digital photos.
- Complete other development, marketing, and event-related duties as assigned.
SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :
KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
NOTE : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, and knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with this position.
Contact Alyssa Machi at or .
Salary : $11 - $12
