Want to work at the home of Genuine Jersey Pride? We are growing and so are the opportunities for careers with Special Olympics New Jersey! Check this page to find a list of available full or part-time positions and internships.
Open Positions
Term: Year-round or Semester
Description: The Program Intern will provide support in a variety of initiatives
including, but not limited to, competition planning and execution.
Reports To: Director of Program
Key Accountabilities:
- Assist Program Department in event planning and preparation of seasonal statewide competitions, to include leagues, sectionals, and state competitions
- Event execution of seasonal competitions including, but not limited to, equipment and venue management, and administrative support
- Research locations, equipment, and event-related materials as needed
- Maintain contacts and sport reporting databases, including coach and chaperone forms, and utilizing the Games Management System (GMS) database
As a Program intern, you will gain the following experience:
- Project management
- Event planning and management
- Analytical thinking
- Nonprofit management
- Operating in a business environment
Qualifications:
- Must be a college/university student; Sports Administration or similar major preferred
- Must receive college credit for the internship
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently with scheduled regular contact with Director of Program
- Technology skills including Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and the ability to learn Games Management System (GMS)
- Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to travel to events throughout the state
Work Schedule:
- Flexible weekdays based on school schedule
- Must be available to work some evenings and weekends
To apply for the Program internship, please submit a cover letter and resume to Elena Volkova at eyv@sonj.org.
Responsible To: Senior Director of Marketing and Communications
Description: The person in this position is responsible for overseeing social media and other digital content for the organization while providing day-to-day assistance and support to the Marketing and Communications Department.
This position is exempt; some statewide travel and evenings and weekends are required.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and manage content to be posted on social media channels, including videos, photos, and graphics
- Manage digital marketing of upcoming fundraising and competition events
- Contribute to the creation and posting of website content including photos, blogs, events, etc… and eNewsletter
- Assist with creation and editing organizational print collateral to ensure consistent messaging
- Write content for marketing and communication purposes
- Provide support to staff, media, and volunteer photographers for SONJ events
- Oversee grassroots efforts to promote organizational awareness, volunteer/coach recruitment, and event registrations
- Coordinate other organizational events, initiatives, and projects, as needed
- Become familiar with the organization’s mission, programs, activities, events and other functions, as well as key personnel and supporters of SONJ
- Any other duties, as assigned
Qualifications
- College degree or equivalent experience required; Marketing, Communications, or Graphic Design major preferred
- Demonstrated experience with Adobe programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) required
- Able to exhibit previous social media experience (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, etc…)
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook required
- Experience using Email platforms, Word Press, or Classy a plus, but not required
- Must be organized and capable of managing multiple projects
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to communicate clearly in English (oral and written)
- Must be able to move comfortably throughout the office, and at event locations including beaches, athletic fields, and golf courses
- Must be available some nights and weekends to cover events throughout the year
Competencies
- Proactive and dependable who can demonstrate confidence in taking initiative
- Ability to build collaborative relationships
- Ability to successfully multi-task; manage time efficiently
- Motivation to complete tasks in a timely fashion
- Reliable, creative, and enthusiastic to learn and grow
To apply for the Digital Content Manager position, please submit a cover letter and resume to Elena Volkova at eyv@sonj.org.
Volunteer Roles
Special Olympics New Jersey is looking for passionate individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of athletes by providing support for competition, fundraising, and other opportunities. To see current opportunities and register to volunteer visit www.sonj.org/volunteer.
To apply as a volunteer committee member, please email your interest to volunteer@sonj.org. No phone calls please.
Special Olympics NJ provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
