Internship Opportunity! Denver, CO

Development and PR Internship ─ Summer 2010

GO FOR IT! Institute
Denver, Colorado

The mission of the GO FOR IT! Institute is to provide students and those who support them with the “how-to” tools for achieving success…thereby empowering them to develop life-long, healthy self-confidence and realize their potential!
In issues of well-being, we have come to understand there is nothing more powerful than PREVENTION. This paradigm shift in how we address physical health and wellness is what is needed in guiding and educating our children today. We must provide educators, families and children with the knowledge required to develop life-long, healthy self-confidence which then allows an individual to define success for themselves and become responsible and proactive in achieving that success.

Intern Job Description:
• Work closely with Traction Communications, our PR firm
• Assist with writing news releases and creating pitch ideas for local and national news media exposure
• Be the point person for work on our Facebook page
• Help with the development of new student materials for 2010-11 school year
• Assist with daily office activities, ie: answering the phones, printing, copying, etc.

Qualifications:
• Professional, responsible approach to this internship opportunity
• Demonstrate strong desire, willingness and enthusiasm for professional learning experiences
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• A keen interest in working with non-profit organizations
• Committed to working 10-16 hours a week
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Familiarity with Internet research

How to apply:
Interested individuals should submit a resume and cover letter to:
David McMurtry
GO FOR IT! Institute
dmcmurtry@goforitinstitute.org
Phone: 303-968-4748