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.
Term: Year-round or Semester
Young Athletes is an inclusive sports play program that supports children ages 2-7 with ID (Intellectual Disabilities). The Young Athletes Program Intern supports a variety of initiatives including program planning and execution.
Reports To: Young Athletes Manager
Key Accountabilities:
- Assist Program Department in event planning and preparation of seasonal statewide community programs, maintaining home program requests, and state competitions implementing young athletes
- Event execution of seasonal programs including, but not limited to, equipment and venue management, and administrative support
- Research locations, equipment, and event related materials as needed
- Maintain contacts and program reporting databases, including coach and volunteer forms, and utilizing the Games Management System (GMS) database
As a Young Athletes 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; Occupational Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Special Education and early childhood or similar major preferred
- Must receive college credit for internship
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal, and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to work independently with consistent contact with Young Athletes Manager
- Technology skills including Excel, Microsoft Word, Power Point and the ability to learn Games Management System (GMS)
- Ability to travel to programs 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 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.
