FWS | Karen Wellington Foundation Program Team Intern

Job DetailsJob Location: Mount St. Joseph University - Cincinnati, OH 45233Program Team Intern

Employer Address: Mount St. Joseph University 5701 Delhi Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45233

Department: Institutional General

Status: Non-Exempt

Supervisor Contact Information: 

Katie Elbisser, Executive Director | [email protected] | 317-435-7512

Job Location: Karen Wellington Foundation, 3825 Edwards Rd. Ste 103, Cincinnati, OH 45209

Pay: The Student Employee Pay Wage Policy can be found on myMount

Evaluation Period: Annual performance evaluations if the student works the entire academic year. If the student works one semester, the performance evaluation will be completed after that semester

Position Overview

The Programming Intern will support the Program Team in delivering meaningful, joy-filled experiences to women and families living with breast cancer. This role is best suited for a mature, compassionate, and highly dependable student who is comfortable communicating with individuals navigating emotional and sensitive circumstances.

The ideal candidate brings strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, attention to detail, and a willingness to step into both relational and administrative aspects of the organization’s mission. This internship offers direct exposure to nonprofit program operations, recipient support, volunteer engagement, and mission delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Recipient & Program Support

Assist the Program Team with the Recipient Information Form follow-up processes through phone calls and email communication with newly nominated recipients
Help coordinate and execute gift deliveries for recipients — the heartbeat of our mission.

Assist with building and preparing gifts for delivery
Print gift letters and prepare mailed recipient materials
Coordinate shipping and mailing logistics for gifts and program materials
Drop off gift bags and materials to volunteers throughout the Greater Cincinnati area as needed

Assist with booking travel accommodations, purchasing tickets, and coordinating recipient experiences

Administrative & Operations Support

Support administrative projects connected to program and operations teams

Assist with thank-you letters and donor acknowledgment tasks
Input in-kind donations and maintain accurate records
Complete L2L form submissions and related documentation support
Help prepare and organize materials for Chapter Leaders

QualificationsQualifications:

Currently enrolled at Mt. St. Joseph University
Federal Work Study eligibility required
Interest in nonprofit work, healthcare support services, communications, social work, hospitality, or community engagement
Mature, empathetic, and professional communicator
Comfortable navigating emotional conversations and sensitive situations with care
Strong interpersonal and soft skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Dependable and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Comfortable making phone calls and interacting directly with recipients, volunteers, and supporters
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer skills required

Internship Details

10-15 hours/week. Flexible schedule based on class schedule and availability
Hybrid schedule allows for office and work from home opportunities
Some local travel within the Greater Cincinnati area may be required
Some occasional evening or event support opportunities may arise

To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information with three professional references via Paycom.

A review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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