National Employment Opportunities
Internship Opportunities
The National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) is a rapidly growing and dynamic non-profit organization working to expand the economic opportunity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) business community. The NGLCC is currently seeking six (6) interns to assist the growth of various initiatives during the spring of 2010.
Internships Available: (see below for complete descriptions)
- Communications/BIZ/Technology Internship
- Corporate Relations Internship
- Supplier Diversity Internship
- Events Internship
- Programs/ Chief of Staff Internship
Qualifications:
- Enthusiasm and dedication toward advancing the LGBT movement
- Willingness to learn about and become engaged in a cutting-edge aspect of the LGBT movement
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment
Students with a background in business, or an interest in joining the business world after graduation, are strongly encouraged to apply.
Selection is based on an application (including cover letter and resume) and an interview.
Communicatons/lgbtbiz.com/Technology Internship
Substantive duties include assisting NGLCC staff in the development, design and support of NGLCC’s web applications and online software, updating and maintaining the website, and further developing the web content. The Communications/lgbtbiz.com/ Technology Intern will assist with writing press releases, maintaining an archive of press clippings, and providing communications support for the various NGLCC programs and initiatives. In addition, this intern will work with our staff and the OmniStudio staff, who are the publishers of BIZ magazine, our online resource for LGBT business news and information. Duties could include article research, fact checking, interviews, proofing and editing. Ideal candidates are those with a combination of familiarity with Web 2.0 applications, html, graphic design, hardware, writing and copy editing, and an interest in journalism or public relations.
Corporate Relations Internship
The Corporate Relations intern will contribute to the development process of new corporate partnerships between the NGLCC and Fortune 500 companies while assisting in the relationship management of current partnerships. Duties will include researching the diversity and inclusion policies and practices of potential corporate partners; tracking news and data related to LGBT inclusion within corporate America; assisting in outreach and follow up with current corporate partners regarding upcoming events, meetings, and opportunities; conducting research for contribution to new corporate partnership programs; producing internal and external correspondence (letters, memos, etc.), and aiding in department record keeping.
Supplier Diversity Internship
The Supplier Diversity Initiative is a unique program which certifies LGBT-owned businesses and works to connect them with Fortune 500 companies (our Corporate Partners) and other LGBT-owned businesses across the country. The intern will be assigned highly substantive work which will include: Outreach toward certified and potentially certifiable businesses, working with the NGLCC’s Corporate Partners to assist in searching our certified supplier database, and the development of policies and procedures for expanding the program. Interns with this program will assist in all aspects of the certification process for LGBT-owned companies and will support the department in presenting business development opportunities to LGBT-owned business.
Meetings & Events Internship
The Events Intern will play a large role in the facilitation of the NGLCC's multiple signature events held throughout the year. Significant duties of this internship include soliciting and tracking silent auction items, coordinating event speakers and sessions, creating marketing materials, list managment, outreach to elected officials, and manipulating website information are just a few of the areas that the Events Intern can make an important impact with. In addition the Intern will assist the Meetings Department with conducting research, producing and distributing internal and external correspondence, and assisting with general departmental functions. Successful candidates will have a positive attitude, enjoy working with people, successfully multitask, be calm under pressure, express sound judgement and good taste, has strong communication skills, and be willing to put in extra hours during the critical days leading up to an event.
Programs/ Chief of Staff Internship
Assist the Chief of Staff in coordination and development of programs, including the Women’s Business Initiative and LGBT Real Estate Specialist (LGBTRES) certification program among others. Support the synchronization of the Council of Chambers and Business Organizations (CCBO). The CCBO is made up of representatives from each of the NGLCC’s 50 affiliate chambers from across the United States and around the world. A keen interest in grassroots development and the LGBT business movement as well as research, communication, and writing skills are a plus.
Apply Today!
Send your resume, cover letter and hours of availability with subject line of which internship e.g.. ‘SDI Internship, Events Internship, Programs Internship, or Communications Internship” to internships@nglcc.org . The NGLCC provides internships on a semester basis — if your school uses a different time format, contact us, and we will discuss further provisions. Please indicate whether or not you are eligible to receive academic credit for your internship.
