Public Programming Intern

 

  • Hours per week: 20-30 hours per week
  • Commitment: 3-6 months
  • Reports to: Public Programming Manager

About SPUR

SPUR is one of North America’s preeminent urban planning and public policy organizations.  Through research, advocacy and public education, SPUR promotes good planning and good government.  SPUR is a member-supported nonprofit organization.  The SPUR Urban Center houses over 150 forums and symposiums each year.

General summary

SPUR is seeking a Public Programming Intern to work closely with the Public Programming Manager in overseeing SPUR’s forums, walking tours and exhibitions. This position will require a flexible candidate comfortable in performing a multitude of tasks. This intern will be expected to engage with SPUR board members, policy staff, and guest lecturers. Internships at SPUR are unpaid. However interns will enjoy SPUR membership benefits, including free admission to all forums and tours, and a one-year subscription to SPUR’s monthly publication, the Urbanist.

Essential Functions

  •    Manage SPUR’s forums, walking tours and exhibitions
  •    Coordinate logistics and communication with program speakers, hosts and SPUR members
  •    Serve as a liaison to like-minded organizations
  •    Assist in researching and brainstorming quarterly public programs
  •    Represent SPUR at events
  •    Assist in production of quarterly programs calendar
  •    Manage online events calendar and publicize programs through SPUR’s social media channels
  •    Maintain exhibitions, including coordination of installation and de-installation
  •    Work with policy staff members as needed
     

Preferred knowledge and skills

  •    Interest in cities, public policy and urban issues
  •    Strong written and oral communication skills
  •    Attention to detail
  •    Friendly and social
  •    Flexible and adaptable leader
  •    A/V knowledge and ability to learn on-the-spot
  •    Familiarity with Word, Excel, HTML and Mac operating system
  •    Volunteer management or other supervision experience preferred
     

Contact

To apply, send your cover letter and resume to Rob Poole, Research and Volunteer Coordinator, with the job title in the subject line, at internship@spur.org.