Minnesota Wild Foundation Intern

• Assist with Foundation programming, fundraising initiatives and events (goal puck program, gala, online auctions, in-game sales).
• Work closely with youth hockey associations to coordinate game night program sales.
• Assist with and execute Foundation administrative needs and other miscellaneous assignments or new projects as needed.
• CRM (Customer Relationship Management) database management input and customer communication.
• Assist with research and vetting of potential in-market donor prospects.
• Other duties or tasks as assigned.

• Recent college graduate with a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Social Sciences or related field.

• Sports philanthropy experience preferred in the areas of community relations, non-profit or event management.
• Passion and understanding of hockey, specifically community-based hockey in Minnesota, is highly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on a team and independently.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Specifically Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) preferred not required.
• Experience working with Fundraising and Donor management software (specifically GiveSmart) preferred not required.

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Service first mentality with a passion for giving and community service.
• Exceptional critical thinking, organization and time management skills with ability to successfully prioritize and multi-task under pressure.
• Self-starter who is creative, intellectually curious and has an entrepreneurial mind set is highly valued.
• Proven ability to quickly establish rapport and remain composed when interacting with internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and personalities.
• Ability to work independently, make good judgments and be accountable for your work and actions.
• Ability to work collaboratively within team environments and have fun.

• Candidate must be available to work nights and weekends and most home Wild games.
• Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Candidate must have the ability to stand for 2-4 hours at games and events.
• Walking, standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, squatting, grasping, pushing/pulling.
• Our company is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of the job, please contact the People Team to request an accommodation. We will engage in an interactive process to assess your needs and provide appropriate accommodations to enable you to perform the essential functions of the position unless it would cause an undue hardship.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and promote a work environment that respects and supports individuals without bias.

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