May 19, 2008
1. The Student Advisory Committee Wants Your Opinion!
2. Attention Alternative Media Users!
3. Internships Available through the American Red Cross’
1. The Student Advisory Committee Wants Your Opinion!
The Student Advisory Committee (SAC) is a group of students registered with ODS who provide feedback about the services and accommodations students receive and discuss new ideas to improve the delivery of services. It is a unique way to gain leadership experience. We plan on having our first meetings of the quarter today Monday, May 19 and Tuesday, May 20 at 5pm in the ATTC Conference Room. We ask that students attend one of the two meetings. If you would like to attend the next meeting or be a part of the SAC, please email Caity at mccandless.8@osu.edu or call 614-292-3307.
2. Attention Alternative Media Users!
Alternative Media Users
Students who plan on using Alternative Media for Summer and or Autumn Quarter(s) need to contact either Ali Hickey (ahickey@studentaffairs.osu.edu) or Sarah Terry.5@osu.edu this week to discuss their needs.
If the alternative format that you have been using is not meeting your needs, please contact the office either by e-mail or phone (292-3307) to discuss this matter.
3. Internships Available through the American Red Cross’
Looking for opportunities to get involved with the American Red Cross and add to your resume? Scroll down for information about promoting the ARC by distributing flyers about the services offered by the organization.
Also, position descriptions are below concerning the two PAID internships from September 2008-May 2009. If interested, please send your resume to Bradley Beer by May 25th:
Human Resources
American Red Cross Blood Services
Attn: Bradley Beer
Fax: 614-253-6769
E-mail: brcolumbushr@usa.redcross.org
Minority Market Blood Donor Recruitment Intern Position
Purpose:
To assist the Minority Market Researcher with various activities relating to minority blood drives in the Franklin County Area.
Key responsibilities:
· Assist with all activities pertaining to diversity blood drives including: publicizing the blood drives, distributing marketing materials, delivering recruitment materials, working at blood drives, recruiting donors, assisting with signage and promotion at drives, educating prospective donors, and helping to coordinate other misc. details relating to goal achievement of the drives
· Assist with prospecting for new blood drive locations and new sponsor groups
· Work with ARC staff, Diversity Coalition members, volunteers, donors, and coordinators on blood drive-related activities
· Provide additional assistance to Minority Market Researcher as necessary
Time Commitment:
Approximately 10-15 hours per week with weekend commitments. Length of the internship will be the 2008-2009 school year. Shift hours are mutually agreed upon and can vary based on blood drive schedules, needs of Minority Market Researcher and individual.
Time Commitment:
Approximately 10-15 hours per week with weekend commitments. Length of the internship will be the 2008-2009 school year. Shift hours are mutually agreed upon and can vary based on blood drive schedules, needs of Minority Market Researcher and individual
Relationships:
· Reports to Minority Market Researcher for on-the-job training and supervision
· Close interaction with other paid and volunteer staff. Support could also be provided to other Red Cross departments
Qualifications:
· Dependable and responsible
· Sales, marketing, communications/public relations, or other related major preferred
· Must be able to work weekends
· Ability to work independently
· Various office/computer skills necessary
Required Training:
Orientation provided by the Office of Volunteers and specific task training by Donor Recruitment Representative and/or other Red Cross employees
Benefits
· $800 every three months
· Receive training and sales/marketing experience to enhance a portfolio
· Meet new people/network with other professionals, ARC staff, students, and volunteers
· Gain valuable career experience
· Acquire recommendations for applications to future paid and volunteer positions
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Diversity Outreach Event Planner Intern
Purpose:
To help the American Red Cross Blood Services connect with minority organizations in the
Key responsibilities:
· Attend all diversity task force meetings and other additional event planning meetings for upcoming events such as The Youth Summit and the Meet and Greet
· Record Minutes for all meetings and actively participate in all aspects action agenda items for planning community events by the Diversity Task Force
· Work with the Diversity Task Force to present information to minority organizations to educate them on the importance of blood donation and involvement
· Research community organizations, churches and service agencies for potential partnerships
Relationships:
· Reports to Donor Recruitment Representative for training and supervision
· Meetings, presentations or events may require local travel
· Training will include learning about the American Red Cross and the blood donation process and the significance of minority participation
Qualifications:
· Excellent organizational skills
· Good communication and data gathering skills
· Strong public speaking and presentation skills
· Ability to work with diverse populations
· Professional personal appearance, demeanor
· Detail-oriented with excellent follow through
Required Training:
Two hour new volunteer Orientation provided by the Office of Volunteer & Community Resources. On-the-job training instituted by Donor Recruitment Representative
Suggested Training:
· Background working with diverse populations
· Contacts within minority communities would be helpful but is not necessary
Benefits:
· $800 every three months
· Hone communication/public speaking skills
· Earn documented service hours
· Take on leadership responsibilities through volunteerism
· Meet new people/network with other professionals
· Help to give the gift of life to others through recruiting/educating potential blood donors and the public
Please contact Deborah Carvalho (carvalhod@usa.redcross.org) with questions regarding the internships.