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Lewis & Clark College

Write Around Student Program Intern

Lewis & Clark College, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204


WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE I APPLY?

Welcome! We're excited that you're interested in applying for a position at Lewis & Clark College. Before you get started, here are a few important things to keep in mind: Returning Applicants : If you've previously been hired for a position at Lewis & Clark College, we'd love to see you back! Please close this window and log into your Workday account using your LC credentials. You can easily apply through the Talent and Performance icon on your home page. New Applicants : If you're applying for the first time, we encourage you to prepare your resume and gather your I-9 documents in advance. This will help streamline your application and hiring process! For more information and resources, please visit our Student Employment Resources. WHO WOULD I REPORT TO? Write Around Portland FWS

WHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN? 5470 FWS Off-Campus, Write Around Portland

WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE? 2024-12-02

JOB PURPOSE

Write Around Portland is a nonprofit organization that provides healing creative writing programming throughout the Portland Metro area. The organization has five staff members and over 150 volunteers. The Program Intern supports all aspects of our program, including data entry, materials preparation, book production, and events, and may assist with other tasks depending on their interest and career objectives. This position will prepare the candidate to enter nonprofit program positions in the arts and social services. Website: https://www.writearound.org/

You'll gain valuable skills and work experience from this job, including:

Database (Salesforce) experience Leadership and volunteer management Curriculum development and preparation Event management Book production Marketing and communications Office administration DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Data entry and maintenance using Salesforce, Microsoft Suite, and Google Workspace Develop and update materials using Canva and Adobe Support and lead volunteers Assist in book production Assist in our creative writing programs, including maintaining facilitator resources and materials and possible scribing and facilitator support Assist in event production General office duties including filing (physical and electronic), making copies, scanning, shredding, mailing, and other tasks Other duties as assigned SCHEDULE

Work shifts are available between 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Mondays - Thursdays Student must be able to work 8-10 hours per week, Mondays - Thursdays On occasion, student may be asked to work evening and/or weekend shifts for events. Shifts will be scheduled in advance. Our office is at 133 SW 2nd Ave in downtown Portland close to public transit. Our office is ADA accessible, has single user/all gender restrooms, and has a bike room. RATE OF PAY

$16.00 / hour WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT

Federal Work-Study required OTHER REQUIREMENTS

A friendly, welcoming attitude, interest in the well-being of others Ability and interest in working respectfully with people experiencing isolation and living on low-incomes Basic knowledge of computers and a willingness to learn more Good written and verbal communication skills, including speaking occasionally on the phone A passion for creative writing and the work of Write Around Portland PREFERENCES

A reliable, flexible, patient person who is a quick learner with good judgment, leadership skills, and has strong interpersonal skills Work experience in an office setting is a plus

Lewis & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies. Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators.

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Reasonable Accommodation

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Eligibility to Work In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.