<p class="break-words white-space-pre-wrap t-black--light text-body-medium">Our Mission: POST protects open space on the Peninsula and in the South Bay for the benefit of all. Our Vision: POST is creating a network of protected lands where people and nature connect and thrive. These lands are preserved forever so present and future generations benefit from the careful balance of rural and urban landscapes that makes our region extraordinary. Our Impact: Since our founding in 1977, POST has protected more than 87,000 acres of permanent open space, farms and parkland in San Mateo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties. These lands are now part of the National Park system, National Wildlife Refuge system, California State Parks, county and city parks, regional preserves and private farmland. POST takes a science-driven approach in our decisions about land acquisition and stewardship so that every property is appropriately cared for.</p>

Community Engagement & Marketing Intern

<div><div><div><div><div><div><span><span>Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) is offering an internship opportunity in support of POST’s Community Engagement programs. Responsibilities include helping to staff in person public events, event publishing, guest communications and coordination and similar coordination tasks for POST’s Ambassador volunteer teams.&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Activities may include research projects, database work in Salesforce, helping with event planning and execution, and other projects as needed. The internship is a flexible, 20-</span><span>40 hour</span><span> a week position for a maximum of </span><span>1,000 hours</span><span>, reporting to the Community Engagement Operations Manager.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span>&nbsp;</span><span><span>&nbsp;</span><br></span><span><span>This is a terrific opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the nonprofit sector with a </span><span>nationally-recognized</span><span> land conservation organization. As our Community Engagement &amp; Marketing Intern, you will leave POST with well-rounded knowledge of the programs and practices related to </span><span>marketing generally, demand</span><span> generation, social marketing, event </span><span>coordination</span><span> and volunteer coordination. You will also </span><span>acquire</span><span> technical skills and understanding such as how to use </span><span>Salesforce and Pardot, cloud-based media platforms</span><span>, and </span><span>Wordpress</span><span> – our web content management tool.&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span>&nbsp;</span><span><span>&nbsp;</span><br></span><span><span>In this role you would:</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Staff in-person events including some night and weekend events (3-4 per month) including assembly and return of materials before and after these events.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Draft and create Eventbrite sign-up </span><span>pages,</span><span> event webpages in </span><span>Wordpress</span><span> and pre-event and post event emails to attendees for finalization by senior team members</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Promote events through a variety of online calendars</span><span> and community channels</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Provide post-event support by </span><span>updating</span><span> event data in the Salesforce database and uploading and tagging event photos and videos.&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Improv</span><span>e</span><span> and updat</span><span>e</span><span> event templates and descriptions </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Provide support for</span><span> volunteer</span><span> scheduling, </span><span>and other volunteer support including </span><span>materials assembly, and distribution</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Salesforce Data entry as needed</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Support the development of content for our volunteer community</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Field incoming </span><span>general questions</span><span> from the community and event guests&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Act as a POST representative at a variety of public events</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span><br></span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><div><span><span>For the best opportunity to succeed in this role, you would have:</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>An interest in and love of the outdoors and </span><span>nature;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Good computer skills and a willingness to learn other cloud-based systems like database, project management, digital asset management, web </span><span>content</span><span> and others.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Excellent organizational skills and attention to </span><span>detail;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and </span><span>flexible;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Ability to take initiative and produce desired </span><span>results;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Ability to prioritize and reprioritize as necessary and as things change</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Great interpersonal skills and a love of </span><span>team work</span><span> and working with people;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>​​​​​</span></span><span><span>This job has the following physical requirements</span></span><span><span>:</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Regular and </span><span>accurate</span><span> communication with others, and the ability to complete tasks using a phone, email, </span><span>web</span><span> and video technology</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>The ability to interact effectively with digital and printed materials and </span><span>operate</span><span> required job-related equipment.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>The ability to drive to remote locations, a valid California driver’s license</span><span>, access to a vehicle</span><span> and an insurable driving record </span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Availability on nights and weekends to staff events</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>​​​</span></span><span><span>Ability to hike uneven terrain, and to tolerate exposure to varying weather conditions.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. of equipment and supplies in the office or the field.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Reasonable accommodations will be made to allow a person to perform essential functions.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>If you would like to apply:</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Please </span><span>submit</span><span> your resume with a cover letter explaining your interest in POST and your dates of availability. Make sure to address any pertinent experience, including professional and personal experience, that is relevant to this position.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Pay and benefits:</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>​​​</span></span><span><span>This is a temporary position and carries no discretionary benefits except for state mandated sick leave. Exact timing and scheduling can be flexible to accommodate the </span><span>appropriate candidate</span><span>. Pay is </span><span>$25.00</span><span> per hour. POST’s office </span><span>is located in</span><span> downtown Palo Alto near public transportation, and we will provide a Caltrain Go Pass if needed. </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>POST’s Core Values:</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Nature Connects Us All: We believe that we are part of an interconnected web of life and that diversity of all types creates strength and resilience. In our work, we strive to protect and heal the ecosystems that support our collective well-being.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Act Today for the Long-Term: We </span><span>take action</span><span> today in ways that support our bold, long-term vision. We accept and balance the tension between the present and the future while staying true to our purpose.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Commit to Learning and Growth: We are creative, </span><span>curious</span><span> and courageous in our approaches and willing to change course when necessary. We learn from our successes and mistakes.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Care About </span></span><span><span>How</span></span><span><span> We Work: We believe all living things should be treated with dignity. We acknowledge the many injustices against people and nature. We are dedicated to </span><span>strive</span><span> for equity in our actions.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Honor Our Collective Strengths: We have the most positive impact when we work together toward a shared vision. We catalyze, </span><span>collaborate</span><span> and complement to support the best outcomes for all.</span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span> </span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><div><em><strong><span>POST is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant based on<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>legally recognized</span><span><span>&nbsp;</span>protected classes under federal, state, or local law.</span><span>&nbsp;</span></strong></em></div><div><span>Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation when applying for a position with us</span><span>. P</span><span>lease inform the company's<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>human resources</span><span><span>&nbsp;</span>representative at<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>hr@openspacetrust.org</span><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>if you need assistance applying for this position.</span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>POST is committed to maintaining an inclusive, values-driven workplace where all employees<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>can<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>thrive.</span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>We encourage</span><span>&nbsp;applicants</span><span><span>&nbsp;</span>with varied backgrounds and/or skill sets to apply for open positions so we may consider individual qualifications and interests,<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>and</span><span><span>&nbsp;</span>evaluate great candidates whose<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>prior experience</span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>may not precisely meet all the posted criteria.</span><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>We look forward to receiving your application for employment at POST!</span></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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