Career Opportunities

Events and Marketing Intern

Spring 2025 Semester – 120 Hours
Stipend: $575

Position Overview

The intern will work directly with the Events and Marketing Manager on a variety of duties related to shelter marketing strategies and fundraising events. This position will have the opportunity to work on projects independently and in collaboration with staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

Tails Humane Society will work with the successful candidate to identify the projects below that are aligned with the candidate’s current skill set and the experience they are looking to gain.

• Provide assistance with fundraiser planning and execution, specifically the online auction, jewelry swap, and yard sale.
• Research and gather information on local businesses for event planning and sponsorship execution
• Help maintain social media platforms, specifically Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube
• Assist with marketing adoptable animals through social media and website
• Create graphics, flyers and other marketing materials

Position Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite required
• Knowledge of graphic design software such as Canva preferred
• Knowledge of social media platforms desired– Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok
• Excellent reporting, writing and editing skills
• Creative, pro-active individual who can work independently and as a team
• Must be able to lift 25lbs and be able to go up and down stairs
• Ability to have reliable transportation to the Tails shelter
• Ability to work the majority of the internship hours during weekday mornings and afternoons

To apply for this internship, please email your resume to Kerina Evenson at marketing@tailshumanesociety.org.