Indiana Black Expo, Inc.

Student Intern, Events, Youth, and Family Programs

Company Overview

Indiana Black Expo, Inc. (IBE), was created 54 years ago to be a voice and vehicle for the social and economic advancement of youth and families in Indiana. Anchored by a core focus on education and economic empowerment, IBE develops programs that drive long-lasting, positive change for the underserved in communities across the State. Over the years, under the direction of strong civic and professional leadership, IBE is revered as a leading organization in the city of Indianapolis, the state of Indiana, and across the nation. IBE's strong ties to community residents, civic leadership, volunteers, and the media have earned IBE a reputation as a trusted, invaluable, empowering, and essential partner- not only for Indiana's Black community, but for Hoosiers across the State. While IBE, today, is known most readily for its signature attractions, the Circle City Classic, and the Summer Celebration festivals, its comprehensive offerings and services bring career and educational advancement, small and minority business opportunities, cultural arts exposure and experiences, and the chance to advocate for policies and systemic changes to eliminate historical inequities to thousands of Indiana's residents.

Location

601 N Shortridge Rd

Indianapolis, IN 46219

Indiana Black Expo, Inc.

Student Intern, Events, Youth, and Family Programs

Job Description

Role overview: An internship at IBE offers students the opportunity to participate in and participate in the Indiana Black Expo Inc. community engagement experience; working together works! Each intern is exposed to various areas that work with each other to promote events during Summer Celebration, Circle City Classic® and year-round programming driven by philanthropy.

Number of interns: 2

Pay: $12.00/hour

Dress code: Casual and Required Business Causal

Type or work: in-person

Preferred majors: Hospitality, Marketing-Communications, Journalism, Community Development and Photography

Essential role functions:

Track deadlines and priorities for all assigned tasks and projects
Provide weekly reports of completed projects to intern manager
Assist in maintenance of sponsor deliverables
Provide manpower support in event areas as needed

Qualifications:

Must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution
Be in good standing at the time of scholarship distribution
Accumulative 2.5 GPA
Good communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software required
Willing to work non-traditional hours pending program needs to include some weekends

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