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SECU Public Fellows Internship - Western Carolina Medical Society (WCMS)

The State Employees Credit Union Public Fellows Internship program offers current UNC Asheville students internships with high quality nonprofit and government organizations focused on improving life in rural North Carolina for a diverse array of residents. SECU Public Fellows interns will work full-time (38-40 hours per week) from June 6th to August 1, 2022 at their internship site while being paid $15.50/hour by UNC Asheville (up to $4,960 per internship), funded by a grant from the SECU Foundation.

If offered a SECU Public Fellows Internship from a SECU site, students must enroll in IST 325 for the summer, a remote 3-credit hour course that will provide professional development for students to make the most of their internship experience.

To be eligible for the SECU Public Fellows Internship at UNC Asheville, students must:
  • be residents of North Carolina
  • be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at UNC Asheville
  • submit a resume to include leadership and volunteer service
  • submit a cover letter to include career goals and explain how they are uniquely qualified for the SECU Public Fellows Internship program.

Students who intend to remain in North Carolina after graduation and serve North Carolinians through government or nonprofit work are strongly preferred. We are seeking students who demonstrate leadership ability, a commitment to volunteer service, a commitment to serving rural North Carolina as the start to their careers, with strong writing ability.

The due date for the SECU Public Fellows Internship application is March 7th. Those who meet the criteria listed above will be forwarded to ABCCM for an interview for the specific internship listed below. The site will determine their preferred candidate.

Western Carolina Medical Society

Digital Media and CRM Coordinator

 

Overview

The Western Carolina Medical Society (WCMS) is a local non-profit that advocates for healthy communities, increases access to healthcare, fights health inequities, and promotes wellness in Western North Carolina. WCMS is looking for someone to assist in managing our social media platforms, as well as researching and updating the organization’s customer relationship management (CRM) database. The position reports to the Manager of Membership Programs, will be a remote position, and will have flexibility with the completion of the required hours.  

 

Project Description:

 

The intern in this positon will have the opportunity to impact the region’s health and wellbeing by promoting WCMS’ services and assisting with the recruitment and retention of WNC healthcare providers. WCMS relies on regional healthcare providers to serve as volunteers for Project Access®, a ground-breaking initiative providing access to comprehensive medical care for low-income individuals, and as WCMS members. The intern will research regional medical practices, health departments, and hospital systems and update the CRM database as needed, as well as work with the Manger of Membership Programs to develop a “Best Practices” manual for the database. At the end of the internship, the intern will be proficient in CRM management, in addition to social media management.


Responsibilities

·        Create social media campaigns to support the priorities and events of WCMS.

·        Create social media posts and digital ads and schedule their publication.

·        Research, update, and maintain the organization’s CRM database, Neon

·        Other social media and digital duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:


Required Skills

·        Proficient with social media sites and digital advertisement tools.

·        Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

·        Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

·        Proficient in basic research skills.

·        Able to work independently.


Preferred Skills

·        Experience with social media scheduling software such as Buffer.

·        Experience with Canva or other graphic design software programs.

 

Location:

-         Remote