Intern in Marketing & Communications in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina
- summer
Intern in Marketing & Communications in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina
Currently recruiting for jobs that start between May 25th, 2024 and August 9th, 2024.
Responsible to the Graphic Design and Communications Coordinator.
Spend your summer as a member of the YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly communications team! This position offers an opportunity to get real-world experience performing a variety of tasks related to the fields of design and communication. Primary tasks will include photo and video coverage of summer conferences and events, creation of social media/email content and production of the Ridge Runner, a weekly print newsletter for staff.
As a YMCA conference center, Blue Ridge hosts a variety of groups that participate in a wide range of activities – school groups, teen leadership conferences, church retreats, sports camps, professional seminars and more. This role allows for a multifaceted, portfolio-building experience in photography and written storytelling.
Located in the heart of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina in Black Mountain on a picturesque 1,200-acre campus, YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly is a non-profit leadership training center.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND PERSONAL APTITUDES
RESPONSIBILITIES
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates should submit a resume along with a portfolio (if available) via email to the Graphic Design and Communications Coordinator, Peter Abney-Crowe: pabney@yblueridge.org. Portfolio may include photographs, writing samples, social media posts, artwork or graphic design work, videography or any other items relevant to the skills and requirements of the position.
The term for this position will begin in May 24, 2024 (arrival and departure date flexible) and end on August 9, 2024.
Adventure Programs Leader - Spring to Fall (9mo) - Our Programs Services Department delivers a wide variety of programming which increases confidence, teamwork and leadership in youth. As a field leader, the applicant will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of schools and other organizations, facilitating team building and personal development for our guests. Adventure Programs Leaders lead groups on both high and low ropes challenge courses and on other activities like environmental education, night hikes, mountain biking, archery, childcare, and crafts. Work schedule is part-time and includes weekdays, weekends and occasional evenings. Schedules and weekly hours vary according to conference group schedule. Contract will span 9 months through the Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons. If you are looking for a longer-term seasonal position, this is a great option for you!
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
RESPONSIBILITIES
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Our Conference Services department delivers exceptional logistical and audio visual tech support to our guests, ensuring all our conferences run smoothly. The applicant will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of schools and other organizations, helping to setup and tear down meeting spaces according to individual group needs. Schedules and weekly hours vary according to the conference programs schedule.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
RESPONSIBILITIES
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
YMCA of Blue Ridge Assembly is currently seeking applicants to work in our Dining Room for Summer 2021. If you enjoy serving, meeting people, and offering world class service, apply now! Applicant must be able to provide fast, courteous and efficient service and work in unison with local, regional and international employees to provide amazing customer service for a variety of diverse conference groups. This position will work in a variety of assignments such as dining room service, table side service, cleaning dining tables and floors and dish washing.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
RESPONSIBILITIES
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain is currently hiring housekeeping room attendants to join a dynamic and energetic staff working in a fast-paced hospitality setting. Housekeeping room attendants are responsible for servicing guest rooms while guests are in residence, and then cleaning guest rooms upon their departure. The position is essential to the operations of YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly and plays a critical role in ensuring a pleasant experience for our guests.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
RESPONSIBILITIES
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Our Programs Services Department delivers a wide variety of programming which increases both confidence and leadership among our young guests. The lifeguard position is essential to maintaining the safety of our guests. As a lifeguard, the applicant will ensure proper safety procedures and precautions being followed at our pool. Work schedule is part-time and includes weekdays, weekends and occasional evenings. Schedules and weekly hours vary according to the conference programs schedule.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
RESPONSIBILITIES
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
At YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly, we are committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our more than 33,000 annual guests who come from around the country and the world.
Our Programs Service Department delivers a wide variety of programming which increases leadership and self-confidence among participants. As a field leader, the applicant will have the opportunity to work with a variety of schools and other organizations, facilitating team building and personal development for our guests. Adventure Programs Leaders lead groups on both high and low ropes challenge courses and in other activities like environmental education, night hikes, mountain biking, archery, childcare, and crafts. Schedules and weekly hours vary according to the conference programs schedule. There is a possibility to extend the contract for further seasons depending on performance.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
RESPONSIBILITIES
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Please visit our website via the links below and complete an online application. Email three references, including at least two current or previous managers, to the Recruiting Staff at recruiting@yblueridge.org