Opportunities From: Montgomery County Volunteer Center

Position Description:

Volunteers will pick up 7-day meal boxes at an arranged location and deliver them to families in Montgomery County, Maryland. Volunteers will be provided with a route map of the homes they will deliver to, and deliveries will be on Wednesday afternoons. Each delivery route will take between 45 minutes and 1.5 hours to complete, and volunteers may sign up for either one or two routes. 

 

COVID-19 Safety:

This position is contact-free! Volunteers will deliver boxes to the front door of homes to drop them off. Volunteers must bring and wear a mask or face covering while delivering boxes.

 

Duties:

Pick up & load boxes into your vehicle at an arranged location Place labels on boxes before delivering them Follow the route map and complete all assigned deliveries

 

Qualifications:

A valid driver’s license A car (preferably a car with a large trunk space) Able to lift up to 10 pounds  Boxes are 12” x 12” x 8” and include half a gallon of milk on the side Enthusiasm for helping families!

 

Please reach out to deliveries@healthyschoolfoodmd.org with any questions about volunteering and to sign up!

ZIP Codes: 20906, 20853, 20855, 20902, 20850 

 

This is an opportunity to gain experience doing digital media and communications for a small non-profit organization working to improve the food in the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland. The intern will work directly with the Executive Director and will have the opportunity to attend meetings with the organization's Board of Directors, as well as developing social media campaigns for various issues and events. Time commitment: 15 hours/week. At least one half-day a week must be done at the organization's office in Rockville and the rest can be done from home. Qualified candidates will be interviewed until an intern is selected. The internship period can be adjusted to the intern's availability, although we would prefer interns who can commit to a minimum of three months. Internships are available year-round, so do not hesitate to inquire about other possibilities.  

Responsibilities 

Researching and writing communication material, including newsletters, press releases, power point presentations and web copy  Producing posters, flyers and brochures  Developing social media strategy  Producing social media content for Facebook, Twitter & Instagram  Adapting summaries of scientific materials for a more general audience  Creating infographics  Managing the press contacts database  Monitoring newsletters and web sites of related organizations  Producing bi-weekly e-newsletters  Updating the web site 

 

Required Qualifications 

A commitment to healthy eating for school children  Some academic background or personal interest in nutrition  Strong written and oral communication skills with excellent grammar  Strong attention to detail  A solid understanding of social media, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram  Must be proficient in the use of MS Office and generally technologically savvy  Located in the DC metro area (or able to spend at least 1 day/week working at our office in Rockville)  Must be able to work occasionally on a Saturday or Sunday (no more than 2/term) 

 

Desired Qualifications (Not required) 

Experience with graphic design software  Experience with video production equipment and software  Have own video camera, computer and editing software  Experience working with the media and/or good media awareness  Experience in developing web sites  Expertise in integrating videos on a website  Self-motivated, enthusiastic and independent 

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@healthyschoolfoodmd.org. Please indicate desired start and end dates of internship and number of hours per week you can commit to working (during work week M-F).  

This is an opportunity to gain experience doing fundraising and development for a small non-profit organization working for healthier food in the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland and in the state of Maryland. The intern will work directly with the Executive Director and will have the opportunity to be involved in meetings with the organization's Board of Directors and will be an important participant in grant-writing and fundraising activities and strategy as well as the coordination of special events. Time commitment: 15 hours/week. At least one half-day a week must be done at the organization's office in Rockville and the rest can be done from home. Qualified candidates will be interviewed until an intern is selected. The internship period can be adjusted to the intern's availability, although we would prefer interns who can commit to a minimum of three months. Internships are available year-round, so do not hesitate to inquire about other possibilities.

Responsibilities

Help coordinate fundraising special events. Approach local businesses for silent auction donations. Research grant-making organizations and foundations to develop a list of best prospects. Send letters of inquiry to prospective grant-making organizations and foundations. Prepare proposals and grant applications that display excellent writing and editing skills Prepare grant budgets Assist in developing and implementing fundraising strategies utilizing Facebook, Twitter and other social media. Develop and update donor database. Send donation acknowledgment letters.

Required Qualifications

A commitment to healthy eating for school children Some academic background or personal interest in nutrition Currently enrolled in or recently completed university or changing career tracks and looking for experience in development Strong written and oral communication skills with excellent grammar Extensive writing experience in any formal context Strong attention to detail Proficiency in MS Word and Excel Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines Strong initiative and self-motivation Located in the DC metro area (or able to spend at least 1 day/week working at our office in Rockville) Must be able to work on an occasional Saturday or Sunday (no more than 2/term)

Preferred Qualifications

Some experience in grant writing and/or event planning is preferred but not required Experience using MS Access

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@healthyschoolfoodmd.org. Please indicate desired start and end dates of internship and number of hours/week you can commit to working (during work week M-F).

This is an opportunity to gain experience doing research for a small non-profit organization working for healthier food in the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland and in the state of Maryland. The intern will work directly with the Executive Director and will have the opportunity to be involved in meetings with the organization's Board of Directors. Time commitment: 15 hours/week. At least one half-day a week must be done at the organization's office in Rockville and the rest can be done from home. Qualified candidates will be interviewed until an intern is selected. The internship period can be adjusted to the intern's availability, although we would prefer interns who can commit to a minimum of three months. Internships are available year-round, so do not hesitate to inquire about other possibilities

Responsibilities

Collecting data on menus in Maryland public schools Analyzing food options Updating a grading rubric in collaboration with other stakeholders Keeping rubric criteria updated with current regulations Reporting findings in a comprehensive article for publication Adapting summaries of scientific materials for a more general audience Creating infographics

 

Required Qualifications

A commitment to healthy eating for school children Some academic background or personal interest in nutrition Currently enrolled in or recently completed university or changing career tracks and looking for experience in development Strong written and oral communication skills with excellent grammar Extensive writing experience in any formal context Strong attention to detail Proficiency in MS Word and Excel Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines Strong initiative and self-motivation Located in the DC metro area (or able to spend at least 1 day/week working at our office in Rockville) Must be able to work on an occasional Saturday or Sunday (no more than 2/term)

Preferred Qualifications

Have a PC (not a Mac) with MS Access on it Some experience in grant writing and/or event planning is preferred but not required Experience using MS Access

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@healthyschoolfoodmd.org. Please indicate desired start and end dates of internship and number of hours/week you can commit to working (during work week M-F).

This is an opportunity to gain experience doing research for a small non-profit organization working for healthier food in the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland and in the state of Maryland. The intern will work directly with the Executive Director and will have the opportunity to be involved in meetings with the organization's Board of Directors. Time commitment: 15 hours/week. At least one half-day a week must be done at the organization's office in Rockville and the rest can be done from home. Qualified candidates will be interviewed until an intern is selected. The internship period can be adjusted to the intern's availability, although we would prefer interns who can commit to a minimum of three months. Internships are available year-round, so do not hesitate to inquire about other possibilities

Responsibilities

Collecting and analyzing wellness policies for all Maryland counties Keep current about local laws or regulations affecting public school food and funds Collaborating with community leaders on issues of food justice and racial equity in education

Required Qualifications

A commitment to healthy eating for school children Some academic background or personal interest in nutrition Currently enrolled in or recently completed university or changing career tracks and looking for experience in development Strong written and oral communication skills with excellent grammar Extensive writing experience in any formal context Strong attention to detail Proficiency in MS Word and Excel Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines Strong initiative and self-motivation Located in the DC metro area (or able to spend at least 1 day/week working at our office in Rockville) Must be able to work on an occasional Saturday or Sunday (no more than 2/term)

 

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@healthyschoolfoodmd.org. Please indicate desired start and end dates of internship and number of hours/week you can commit to working (during work week M-F).