[Hiring] Chapter Intern @American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Role Description

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Wisconsin Chapter is seeking a motivated and organized college student interested in gaining real-world experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, community engagement, programs, communications, and events. The selected candidate will assist the Wisconsin Executive Director and work alongside members of the Chapter Board of Directors, volunteers, and community partners on a variety of chapter initiatives.

• Conducting research to identify prospective sponsors, corporate partners, community partners, and other opportunities to support chapter fundraising and growth
• Assisting with sponsorship outreach, follow-up, tracking, and development efforts for Out of the Darkness Community and Campus Walks
• Supporting AFSP programs, community events, and Out of the Darkness Walks through planning, coordination, promotion, email marketing, and day-of event support
• Pulling reports, maintaining tracking tools, and assisting with communications and administrative projects, including Canva design when experience or interest allows
• Assisting the Executive Director, Chapter Board of Directors, and chapter committees with special projects, initiatives, and other chapter needs

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university program and eligible to receive academic credit for the internship
• Must reside in Wisconsin for the duration of the internship
• Strong written and verbal communication, research, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with staff, board members, volunteers, and community partners
• Detail-oriented and able to handle sensitive or confidential information professionally
• Comfortable communicating by phone and email on behalf of the organization
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel within Wisconsin as needed; mileage reimbursement will be provided in accordance with AFSP policies
• Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Availability for select evening and weekend events as needed
• Previous nonprofit, fundraising, sponsorship, event planning, marketing, or Canva experience is a plus but is not required

Application Requirements

• All interested candidates are required to submit a resume, cover letter, school requirements for completing the internship for college credit, and one letter of recommendation, preferably from an academic advisor, professor, or professional contact