Marketing & Special Events Intern

About the NSCD:
We are Colorado’s most comprehensive provider of adaptive outdoor experiences. We offer more programs, in more places, in more ways that change lives. The National Sports Center for the Disabled is a leading provider of adaptive outdoor recreation experiences committed to helping individuals with disabilities, their caregivers and the broader community rethink ability. Through the power of adaptive innovation, recreation and Colorado’s great outdoors, we are transforming lives, families and communities and creating a world that celebrates each person’s abilities.

Our exhilarating adaptive outdoor experiences help participants make the very most of their passion, their talents, and their aspirations. They discover a renewed sense of confidence, reignite the pure joy of play, and find motivation to try new things, meet new people and believe in their own abilities. With industry-leading adaptive equipment, renowned coaches, instructors, volunteers and unmatched mountain and metro programs, we change the perceptions of athletes of all levels and help them, and the world, #RethinkAbility.

Position Description:
The Marketing & Special Events internship is available from mid-November through mid-April. However, internships are accepted on a rolling basis depending on university and student need. The commitment is a minimum of 3 months, for 24-40 hours per week, with workdays to include some weekends dates. This intern position will be provided with shared housing in Winter Park as well as a monthly stipend of $300.

The Marketing & Special Events intern will support the Development & Marketing team by creating strategic and engaging marketing content for fundraising, special events, and our adaptive outdoor programs. For NSCD’s special events, weekend work and physical labor for event setup and breakdown will be necessary. The role also involves spending time with our programs, engaging with lessons and participants to develop content such as videos, photos, and written stories. This internship offers a hands-on experience for those interested in learning about nonprofit marketing and special event planning. The intern will collaborate with the Development & Marketing team and gain experience across a variety of projects including digital marketing, video and photography, and event management.

Internship Duties:
The duties of this position are performed personally, in cooperation with your supervisor, and/ or in coordination with other staff. Additional work functions and duties may be assigned.

• Maintain social media calendar and create original content.
• Assist in designing and writing in-house collateral such as flyers, fundraising pieces, and other marketing materials.
• Shadow participant programs weekly to capture mission and impact for social media and marketing content.
• Assist in producing NSCD e-newsletters and other digital communications in MailChimp platform including setting up templates following brand standards.
• Organize and maintain NSCD photo/video library.
• Update website content and maintenance.
• On-site assistance throughout the entirety of each special event including set up & tear down.
• Assist in event signage, banners, and other collateral.
• Assist with special event raffle communication and training with event volunteers.
• Assist with event layout including table décor, floor plan, etc.
• Help with all aspects of the auction including sourcing auction items, picking up auction items from donors, and processing thank you letters to auction donors.

Professional Performance

• Adhere to all Personnel Policies and Procedures for the Agency.
• Maintain professional standards of performance, demeanor, and appearance at all times; act as a role model both at and away from the Agency.
• Maintain a creative, team-building approach to job performance and seek to bring a constructive, problem-solving orientation to all tasks.
• Perform all tasks and responsibilities with attention to detail and in a complete and timely manner, complying with Agency policies and standards and conforming to the scheduling requirements of the job and events.
• Maintain an awareness of the Agency’s mission and work to promote the positive individual and social change goals it embodies.
• Exercise discretion and professional judgment at all times keeping with the responsibilities carried personally and by the Agency for the care and welfare of the clients.
• Act with honesty and integrity in all aspects of Agency business.
• Actively strive to upgrade professional skills through engaging in appropriate professional training and experience.
• Actively strive to create and maintain a culturally sensitive, and appropriate environment through communication and interaction that demonstrates respect for diversity.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Candidates should be college or graduate students majoring in marketing, communications, media studies, photography, journalism, or other relevant studies. Students should check with their academic faculty to see if this unpaid internship qualifies for academic credit.
• Photography and video skills.
• Working knowledge of Canva / Adobe Creative Suite.
• Understanding of social media platforms and best practices.
• Hold a passion for NSCD’s mission and values.
• Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy, initiative and exercise personal judgment in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of humor and integrity.
• Candidates must possess a Colorado driver’s license, meet background check criteria and criteria regarding clearance to drive NSCD vehicles.
• Knowledge of outdoor sports such as skiing or snowboarding a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Dexterity, auditory and visual acuity to operate computers and phones or mobile devices.
• Auditory and visual acuity to interact with guests, sponsors, donors, and clients on a daily basis.
• Able to work for long periods of time without break during the conduct of presentations and events.
• Able to lift 25 lbs. with minimal assistance.
• Able to work outside year-round in varying conditions
• Able to successfully manage multiple, high priority tasks in a fast-paced environment, varied schedule with days and hours of work, based on NSCD needs.
• Able to successfully manage multiple, high priority tasks in a fast-paced and often times crowded and noisy environment.

To apply:
Submit the below documents to and specify your last and first name and position applying for in the subject line.

1. Application
2. Resume
3. Cover letter that explains your passion and interest in this position as well as answering the following questions:

• • University currently attending
  • Title of course requiring an internship and hours required
  • Date range of internship request

4. Optional but preferred: A portfolio showcasing relevant work you are proud of.