Community Engagement Interns (Remote Chicago & St. Louis)

Autism Speaks is seeking two Community Engagement Interns for the Fall and Winter semesters! We are hiring one in Chicago, IL and one in St. Louis, MO!

This is a 10-12 week remote program and students must be eligible for academic credit. This is an opportunity for an individual to gain valuable event planning experience. As a member of the development team, the intern will have the opportunity to play a role in planning and execution of Chicago and St.

Louis area events, specifically the Empower Walk and 5K in Chicago and Special Events in St. Louis including a Gala and Golf Tournament. At the end of this internship, the Events Intern will have working knowledge of key event skills, including developing event timelines, planning processes, and community outreach which they will be able to translate into future career opportunities.

The ideal candidate should be looking to gain experience in Non-Profit Special Events for future work. The intern will receive necessary training and staff