(RED) is seeking professional, dependable, and enthusiastic students and recent graduates for the (RED) Internship Program.
Based in New York, (RED) engages businesses and consumers in the fight against AIDS. (RED) partners with the world's most iconic brands – including Apple, Starbucks, Converse and The Coca-Cola Company – who contribute up to 50% of profits from (RED) branded goods and services to the Global Fund to invest in HIV/AIDS programs in Africa. To date, (RED) has generated over $200 million for the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, to support HIV/AIDS grants in Ghana, Lesotho, Rwanda, South Africa, Swaziland and Zambia. 100% of that money goes to work on the ground – no overhead is taken. Global Fund grants that (RED) supports have impacted more than 14 million people with prevention, treatment, counseling, HIV testing and care services.
Responsibilities: Work primarily with the (RED) Partner Team on a variety of projects that include:
- Conducting desk research of companies and compiling comprehensive background memos
- Assisting with the activation of marketing plans around key moments throughout the winter and spring
- Assisting with special events planning and logistics
- Managing e-mail inbox of general inquiries to (RED) and responding as appropriate on an ongoing basis
- Supporting the (RED) team with administrative functions as needed
Qualifications: Candidates must be undergraduate level students with a minimum of sophomore status or recent graduates within six months of completing their undergraduate degree. Additional qualifications include:
- Adept at PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
- Discretion and a professional demeanor
- A positive, can-do attitude
- Excellent writing and research abilities
- Strong communications skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Resourcefulness
- Social networking knowledge
- Well-informed on business and pop culture
- Basic computer skills and a familiarity with research databases
- Dependable and punctual
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
Commitment: Interns are required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week and can work up to 35 hours per week.
Compensation: A modest stipend will be provided for lunch and transportation costs. Students can also receive academic credit consistent with their university's guidelines.
