Explore Buffalo Spring 2023 Internship Opportunity Apply by November 30

Posted by Tim on October 24, 2022 in Honors Experiences, Internships

Explore Buffalo is a nonprofit organization that offers walking, bike, bus, and boat tours of Buffalo and the surrounding areas. Explore Buffalo’s tours are led by volunteer docents, whom the staff and interns support by coordinating and promoting the tours.

Explore Buffalo is looking for an enthusiastic college intern for the Spring 2023 semester! This internship is a great match for students pursuing degrees in history, architecture, marketing, English, communications, Art History, education, and other fields.

We see students gain valuable skills in administrative coordination, project planning and project management, social media marketing, and interpersonal communication. Interns interact with every level of our organization, including staff, volunteers, board members, and community partners.

Intern projects and responsibilities are typically divided between office work and field work; some tasks can be done remotely. Intern projects for the Spring 2023 semester may include:

• Supporting programs including the Spring Speaker Series, Young Professionals Program, and Docent Training Class
• Supporting preparations and planning for Explore Buffalo’s Gala on March 25, 2023
• Assisting with tours, including taking photos of tours for social media
• Producing social media content
• Research projects, including analyzing tour data
• Other related duties to assist the Explore Buffalo staff

Skills/Qualifications:

• Current college student (must be 18 years of age or older)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Attention to detail

Schedule:

• 10-12 hours per week, with flexible scheduling
• Must have reliable transportation

Spring 2023 Internship:

• February 6 – May 12
• Application Deadline: November 30, 2022
• Potential interns will be asked to come to Explore Buffalo’s office for an interview after submitting their application.

To Apply: Please send an email with resume to Brad Hahn (Honors Class of 2013), Executive Director, at brad@explorebuffalo.org