Internship with the Baltimore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Part-time and Paid
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Part Time Student Intern
The Baltimore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce seeks junior or senior year college student intern to assist the Chamber with is initiatives.
Background of the Baltimore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (BHCC):
The Baltimore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce seeks to promote and support Hispanic businesses and professionals in the Greater Baltimore area and to develop Hispanic entrepreneurs through leadership, advocacy and economic empowerment.
The BHCC is run by an all-volunteer Board of Directors who are committed to executing the Mission of the BHCC. Our membership includes business owners, executives and professionals in a wide variety of industries. Most of our members are Hispanic by birth, descedency, marriage or spirit, but we do not discriminate in membership and therefore have a culturally, racially and ethnically diverse membership. Welcome any business that wants to do business with us. Our core members are Latino/Latina owned businesses, and we welcome those that would like to do businesses with this core group as members.
The BHCC's events create a setting where business owners and professionals can come together informally make key contacts, generate business leads and begin new ventures. The BHCC works to promote the skills and business acumen of our members, through industry specific events, workshops and lectures. BHCC members care very deeply about the success of each other's businesses and careers. We also share the belief that we are only truly successful when we help others to become successful in their respective ventures. We serve Hispanic Owned businesses in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.
Our goals:
o Connect Hispanic Owned businesses with business opportunities at the local and state level.
o Connect Hispanic owned businesses with other large companies or organizations that want to do business with our members.
o Advocate for policies at the local and state level that will ensure Hispanic businesses will be successful.
o Make people aware of the importance of Hispanic owned businesses in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.
o Provide technical assistance as we can to ensure our members are successful.
o Partner with key organizations to further these goals.
SPECIFICALLY THE INTERN WILL:
Outreach and programs:
• Assist with planning and coordinating networking events, membership meetings, and relevant events as detailed by the Board of Directors
• Provide updates to the BHCC website
• Update and send information to members through the BHCC E-Newsletter
• Review all websites that may have contracting opportunities for our members, and place them in the e-newsletter.
• Update and manage the BHCC Facebook page and Twitter
Administrative:
• Attend each Board of Directors meeting (usually every other month)
• Track and update membership income and lists
• Follow up with members for membership dues and other items as needed.
• Read the BHCC email and mail. Answer the emails and/or refer them to the correct Board members.
• Any other duties as negotiated with the Board of Directors
QUALIFICATIONS:
o At least 1 year work experience preferred
o Ability to be self directed and take initiative
o Excellent oral and written communication skills
o Ability to work well with people of diverse ages, ethnicities and education levels
o Ability to juggle multiple projects effectively
o Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office, website and other related software
COMPENSATION:
Stipend of $1,500 per semester with college credit available where applicable. Opportunity for advancement to part time employee status available pending budget and skill level.
HOURS:
Interns will work at least 10 hours a week, or more if the schedule permits. This position will begin in the spring semester. Commitment for a year or more would be valuable
TO APPLY: Please email your cover letter, resume, and references to bmorehispanicchamber@gmail.org. Refer any questions to that email or call 443-801-8137. Deadline for submissions is February 10th by 5pm. Only emailed submissions will be accepted.
The Baltimore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce seeks junior or senior year college student intern to assist the Chamber with is initiatives.
Background of the Baltimore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (BHCC):
The Baltimore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce seeks to promote and support Hispanic businesses and professionals in the Greater Baltimore area and to develop Hispanic entrepreneurs through leadership, advocacy and economic empowerment.
The BHCC is run by an all-volunteer Board of Directors who are committed to executing the Mission of the BHCC. Our membership includes business owners, executives and professionals in a wide variety of industries. Most of our members are Hispanic by birth, descedency, marriage or spirit, but we do not discriminate in membership and therefore have a culturally, racially and ethnically diverse membership. Welcome any business that wants to do business with us. Our core members are Latino/Latina owned businesses, and we welcome those that would like to do businesses with this core group as members.
The BHCC's events create a setting where business owners and professionals can come together informally make key contacts, generate business leads and begin new ventures. The BHCC works to promote the skills and business acumen of our members, through industry specific events, workshops and lectures. BHCC members care very deeply about the success of each other's businesses and careers. We also share the belief that we are only truly successful when we help others to become successful in their respective ventures. We serve Hispanic Owned businesses in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.
Our goals:
o Connect Hispanic Owned businesses with business opportunities at the local and state level.
o Connect Hispanic owned businesses with other large companies or organizations that want to do business with our members.
o Advocate for policies at the local and state level that will ensure Hispanic businesses will be successful.
o Make people aware of the importance of Hispanic owned businesses in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.
o Provide technical assistance as we can to ensure our members are successful.
o Partner with key organizations to further these goals.
SPECIFICALLY THE INTERN WILL:
Outreach and programs:
• Assist with planning and coordinating networking events, membership meetings, and relevant events as detailed by the Board of Directors
• Provide updates to the BHCC website
• Update and send information to members through the BHCC E-Newsletter
• Review all websites that may have contracting opportunities for our members, and place them in the e-newsletter.
• Update and manage the BHCC Facebook page and Twitter
Administrative:
• Attend each Board of Directors meeting (usually every other month)
• Track and update membership income and lists
• Follow up with members for membership dues and other items as needed.
• Read the BHCC email and mail. Answer the emails and/or refer them to the correct Board members.
• Any other duties as negotiated with the Board of Directors
QUALIFICATIONS:
o At least 1 year work experience preferred
o Ability to be self directed and take initiative
o Excellent oral and written communication skills
o Ability to work well with people of diverse ages, ethnicities and education levels
o Ability to juggle multiple projects effectively
o Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office, website and other related software
COMPENSATION:
Stipend of $1,500 per semester with college credit available where applicable. Opportunity for advancement to part time employee status available pending budget and skill level.
HOURS:
Interns will work at least 10 hours a week, or more if the schedule permits. This position will begin in the spring semester. Commitment for a year or more would be valuable
TO APPLY: Please email your cover letter, resume, and references to bmorehispanicchamber@gmail.org. Refer any questions to that email or call 443-801-8137. Deadline for submissions is February 10th by 5pm. Only emailed submissions will be accepted.
Posted: January 23, 2012, 9:37 AM