Intern Alumni Outreach

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Wounded Warrior Project

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Jacksonville, Florida

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will support the Alumni team by assisting with outreach initiatives, event planning, and community engagement efforts. They will also provide operational support at events and help track data to strengthen connections with veterans and their families.

Qualifications

We're looking for a highly energetic and organized intern to support our Alumni team! This role is perfect for a current college student with coursework or experience in event coordination, volunteer engagement, or community activities. Strong communication skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office are a must.

Job Description

Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.


If you’re the kind of person who believes that honoring and empowering our nation’s veterans is more than just a cause — that it’s a calling — then we’re ready to meet you.

When you join Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you, too – helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.

At WWP™, we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we’re proud to offer benefits such as:

·       A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days’ work from home)

·       Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members

·       Competitive pay and performance incentives

·       A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment

A mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you’re ready to get started, we’re ready for you.

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Alumni team connects warriors, their families, and caregivers to peers, programs, and communities to ensure they have a readily available network of support. From recreational activities and sporting events to professional development opportunities and community service projects, the Alumni team hosts thousands of direct engagement and outreach events each year across the nation and in Germany.

The Alumni Intern supports the WWP Alumni team by assisting with outreach efforts, event planning, community engagement, and data tracking while gaining hands-on experience working with military and veteran populations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support outreach initiatives by assisting in the recruitment and engagement of Alumni and family members, for both local and virtual WWP events.

  • Help introduce new Alumni to WWP’s programs, services, and community resources to strengthen their connection to the organization.

  • Contribute to community engagement efforts by supporting WWP teammates at both community‑based and WWP‑sponsored events.

  • Provide operational support at events, including participant check‑in, event setup and breakdown, and onsite engagement activities

  • Assist in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes peer connection, camaraderie, and family bonding.

  • Support efforts to identify opportunities for community involvement and explore ways to increase engagement within the local warrior population.

  • Shadow WWP teammates to gain firsthand exposure to outreach strategies, event operations, and veteran‑focused programming.

  • Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to build knowledge of WWP’s mission and organizational operations.

  • Learn and participate in other events or tasks as applicable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

  • Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.

  • Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast‑paced environment.

  • High energy level; self-starter with a willingness to take initiative.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

  • Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.

EXPERIENCE

Requirements

  • Coursework, volunteer, or work experience supporting community activities, event coordination, or volunteer engagement.

  • Experience using Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Preferences

  • Experience with event planning or public engagement.

EDUCATION

Requirements

  • HS Diploma or equivalent.

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited college.

Preferences

  • None.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE

Requirements

  • None.

Preferences

  • None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • General office environment; temperature controlled.

  • Sitting for extended periods.

  • Participation in outdoor events in varying weather conditions.


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Wounded Warrior Project® is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note:
Wounded Warrior Project is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms without a written search agreement in place. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Wounded Warrior Project via email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Wounded Warrior Project in any form without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of Wounded Warrior Project, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Wounded Warrior Project as a result of the referral or through other means."

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Wounded Warrior Project

Wounded Warrior Project is a leading national nonprofit organization headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, whose mission is to honor and empower wounded warriors.
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