SA River Foundation: Arts & Ecology Admin Intern

Students Plus Startups•San Antonio, TX

28d•Onsite

About The Position

The San Antonio River Foundation (SARF), the non-profit partner to the San Antonio River Authority, is looking for a talented college student to become the newest team member. An ideal candidate is interested in learning about the inspiring and multifaceted world of non-profits and shares our vision of stewardship of the San Antonio River Basin. SARF’s ambitious projects range from creating opportunities for education, recreation, and interaction with nature along the river; to initiating, funding, installing, and maintaining exciting urban art projects by renowned regional, national, and international artists. This will be a fantastic opportunity to work in your community and learn pieces of what it is like to work at a nature and community-based non-profit as well as execute multiple initiatives and events. Internship / Work-Study Opportunity Are you a creative and self-driven individual with a passion for making an impact? Join our team as an intern and play a pivotal role in supporting our mission!

Requirements

Applicant must be available at least one evening weekend day each week for program support on site at Confluence Park.
A self-starter who thrives in an independent work environment.
Someone with strong problem-solving skills and a knack for creative thinking.
Experience using Canva is required.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
A proactive team member who can manage time effectively and doesn’t need constant direction.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Microsoft Suite, Notion and video editing is a plus.

Responsibilities

Create engaging and innovative content to share our mission across social media platforms.
Design eye-catching visuals using Canva to communicate ideas effectively.
Use organizational skills to manage tasks and projects in Art, Ecology, Education & Recreation.
Write professional and compelling newsletters to various stakeholders.
Provide excellent phone support by answering calls with clarity and professionalism.
Take initiative in identifying challenges and crafting your own solutions.
Educate the public about environmental stewardship.
Represent San Antonio River Foundation at public events such as Yoga, Farmer’s Markets, Movie Festivals.
Gain experience in donor management, including fundraising, crafting donor appeals, communication, and managing finances through the Bloomerang (CRM) platform.
Conduct research on potential donors, strategic partners, markets, and industries.
Prepare reports and presentations.
Assist with mailing, filing and special projects as needed.
Review event materials and marketing efforts.
Send thank you letters, receipts, and other donor notes.
Assist staff with promoting events.
Assist staff with tracking, formatting and archiving messages, reviews, and other media.
Maintain and update the San Antonio River Foundation media sites.
Assist in the production of advertisements, press releases, and promotional materials using Canva and the Adobe Suite.
Assist with event planning and management.
Learn how to operate a DSLR camera and take photos of programs to share on social media.
Assist in planning, promotion, and execution of art programs and events.
Documentation of permanent and temporary public art projects, programs, and events; recording/inputting data.
Assist with the development of written information about public art projects, programs and events for website and promotion.
Assist with tours, school field trips and free community programs including the outdoor cinema series, festivals, and workshops.
Attend and help with volunteer events such as river cleanups, habitat restoration, and invasive species removals.
Attend Sunday Yoga with Mobile Om and other river recreation events to promote SARF and our mission to the community.
Learn the unique nature of 501(c)(3) organizations.
Help with strategic planning for upcoming fall giving campaigns such as Big Give and Annual Appeal.
Be onsite for art & culture events and/or rental of Confluence Park.
Learn to organize, advance, facilitate and follow up after events to create partnerships and connections of art and science organizations throughout San Antonio.