2019 Summer Intern
- Employer
- Central Atlanta Progress
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Closing date
- Mar 8, 2019
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- Focus Areas
- Capacity Building / Volunteerism
- Job Function
- Marketing / Communications, Public Policy / Administration
- Position Type
- Intern
Job Details
2019 Summer Intern - Job Description
Central Atlanta Progress is seeking a 2019 summer intern interested in the urban environment. This internship opportunity is available to college students or recent college graduates with a particular interest in urban affairs. The CAP Internship program is unique to the organization and provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of urban affairs and conditions, as well as exposure to the specifics of the Downtown Atlanta community.
Duration:
8-10 weeks
Direct Reporting:
The intern will report directly to CAP’s President and collaborate with other CAP staff in the areas of planning, public policy, marketing, transportation, and economic development in pursuit of CAP’s organizational goals.
Projects and Responsibilities
The internship will provide exposure to the work of the Downtown Atlanta business community which includes, but is not limited to, real estate development, place making, marketing, social impact initiatives and membership services.
Desired Qualifications
Interns should be enrolled in an undergraduate (prefer rising junior or senior) or graduate program in city planning, public administration, public policy, urban studies, marketing, graphic design, communications, engineering, or a related program, and demonstrate interest in the urban environment. Necessary skills include excellent written and oral communication, policy research and analysis skills, quantitative ability and proficiency with standard PC software packages. Experience with graphics software (Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop), social media platforms and Content Management Systems is desired.
About Central Atlanta Progress
Central Atlanta Progress, Inc., founded in 1941, is a private nonprofit community development organization providing leadership, programs and services to preserve and strengthen the economic vitality of Downtown Atlanta. With a board of directors of Downtown’s top business leaders, CAP is funded through the investment of businesses and institutions. Additional information can be found at www.atlantadowntown.com.
To apply, please forward a résumé and cover letter to:
Deana Davis - Manager, Human Resources and Payroll
Central Atlanta Progress, Inc.
Résumés with cover letters will be accepted until March 29, 2019
Company
ABOUT CENTRAL ATLANTA PROGRESS
CAP works to build a 21st century Downtown as the heart of the Atlanta region, a vibrant community with strong leadership and sustainable infrastructure that is safe, livable, diverse, economically viable, accessible, clean, hospitable, and entertaining. Our membership includes corporations, small local businesses, civic organizations, regional leaders, and property owners whose support allows progress to continue.
CAP is a private, not-for-profit corporation created in 1941 under section 501(c)4 of the Internal Revenue Code. A 100-member board of directors of Downtown’s most engaged and influential business leaders govern the organization. CAP has a long and distinguished history of civic planning and development activities, characterized by public-private partnerships tackling difficult problems over the long term, with a very high rate of success.
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CAP IS A CONVENER
CAP brings influencers together to explore issues, confront challenges, identify common agendas, and pursue mutual goals.
CAP IS A PARTNER AND INCUBATOR
CAP participates in strategic alliances among economic sectors and the community’s most well-known assets.
CAP IS A STEWARD AND A CUSTODIAN
CAP provides long-term persistence and continuity in taking on the community’s challenges and opportunities.
CAP IS A CHAMPION OF DOWNTOWN ATLANTA
CAP provides vision and leadership, using its influence to catalyze collective action toward a vital, sustainable Atlanta.
- Website
- https://www.atlantadowntown.com/
- Telephone
- (404) 658-1877
- Location
-
84 Walton St NW #500
Atlanta
GA
30303
US
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