Jobs & Volunteering

Volunteer Opportunities:

We are always looking for people willing to volunteer with us at Community Sailing. Some of the volunteer opportunities available are as follows:

Sailing Instructor

Racing Coach

Shore Monitor

Newsletter Editor

Boat Repair

Grants Writer

Swim Teacher

Speaker

Fund-raiser

Advertising Sails

School Liaison

Skills Coach

Sea Explorer Advisor

Events Planner

Disadvantaged Youth Facilitator

2010 Volunteer application

Two Internship Positions

Hiring Level: Entry

Industry: Not-for-profit

Salary/Compensation: Negotiable

Application Deadline:

Community Sailing of Colorado, Ltd. (CSC) operates sailing, racing and windsurfing camps and programs for youth between the ages of 8 and 17. CSC host participants on Cherry Creek Reservoir in Aurora and Union Lake in Boulder. Learn more at www.communitysailing.org.

Job Descriptions:

CSC seeks interns for volunteer, part-time positions – Marketing/PR Intern and Administrative Intern. Flexible work schedule is available with option to telecommute. Dependable, organized and detail-oriented candidates who can work independently are best suited for these positions. You’ll have a great hands-on experience that will bulk up your portfolio and enhance CSC’s community presence.  No sailing experience is required.

  1. 1. Marketing/PR Internship
  • Graphic design and applicable software experience required.
  • Work with CSC staff to brainstorm and develop marketing/PR strategy
  • Conduct research and implement a survey program
  • Develop comprehensive promotional package, including updates logo, brochures, Web site, postcards and trade show materials
  • Write new/revised content for brochures, Web site, postcard, etc.
  • Design new templates for print and electronic newsletters
  • Write press releases, media advisories, articles and grant-writing submissions
  • Create a comprehensive media kit and conduct pro-active media relations
  • Research, compile and manage media lists and community outreach databases
  • Develop and implement an outreach strategy for local schools and youth-oriented organizations (YMCA, Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, JCC, etc.)
  • Research and advise on advertising and promotional options
  • Participate in tradeshows/special events and fundraising efforts
  1. 2. Administrative Internship
  • Microsoft Office software experience required.
  • Must be organized
  • Work with CSC staff to run the non-profit organization in the office, including responding to emails, answering or returning calls, handle walk ins, etc.
  • Handle communications with clients, donors, volunteers, parents and sailing staff, including sending out monthly e-newsletters and annual print newsletters.
  • Update and maintain the CSC website.
  • Event planning
  • Assist in grant writing
  • Participate in tradeshows/special events and fundraising efforts

Qualifications:

  • Candidates for degrees in journalism, English or public relations and be able to receive college credit for the internship. No PR or marketing experience required.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
  • Must know how to conduct Internet-based research and use Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel and Publisher.
  • Prefer candidates who can commit to at least a four- to six- month term.

Additional Requirements:

Laptop computer, cellular phone, driver’s license and transportation.

Please e-mail a cover letter specifying position of interest, resume and two writing samples to admin@communitysailing.org. If you believe you can take on both roles, please note your desire to do so with supporting details in the cover letter.

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