Autism Speaks

Nonprofit advocating autism solutions across lifespan

Community Engagement Intern

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Internship · Fall 2026, Winter 2027No salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

The candidate must be pursuing a bachelor's degree.
The candidate must be able to receive academic credit.
The candidate must commit to a flexible work schedule of 20 hours per week during standard business hours.
The candidate must have organizational and communication skills.
The candidate must demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to take initiative.
The candidate must have customer service skills for dealing with internal and external constituents.
The candidate must be able to work with a team.
The candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and social media technology.
The candidate must protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Autism Speaks data and information to which they have access.

Responsibilities

Assist with event logistics for the Empower Walk and 5K, including procuring and coordinating in-kind donations, recruiting participants, and engaging with service providers.
Assist with event logistics for the St. Louis Gala and Golf Tournament, including procuring and coordinating in-kind donations and auction items, coordinating volunteers, and engaging with vendors.
Assist with area marketing and communications, including social media content.
Assist with donor, sponsor, and volunteer outreach and stewardship.
Provide administrative support and perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Autism Speaks is seeking two Community Engagement Interns for the Fall and Winter semesters! We are hiring one in Chicago, IL and one in St. Louis, MO! This is a 10-12 week remote program and students must be eligible for academic credit. This is an opportunity for an individual to gain valuable event planning experience. As a member of the development team, the intern will have the opportunity to play a role in planning and execution of Chicago and St. Louis area events, specifically the Empower Walk and 5K in Chicago and Special Events in St. Louis including a Gala and Golf Tournament. At the end of this internship, the Events Intern will have working knowledge of key event skills, including developing event timelines, planning processes, and community outreach which they will be able to translate into future career opportunities.

The ideal candidate should be looking to gain experience in Non-Profit Special Events for future work. The intern will receive necessary training and staff supervision.

This is a remote position, but applicants must live in the Chicago or St Louis areas and have access to transportation to attend events or meetings if needed.

DUTIES:

Assist with event logistics for the Empower Walk & 5K, including procuring and coordinating in kind donations, recruitment of participants and engaging with service providers
Assist with event logistics for St. Louis Gala and Golf Tournament, including procuring and coordinating in kind donations and auction items, coordination of volunteers and engaging with vendors
Assist with Area marketing and communications, including social media content
Assist in donor, sponsor and volunteer outreach and stewardship
Provide administrative support and perform other job-related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree
Able to receive academic credit
Commitment to a flexible work schedule of 20 hours per week during standard business hours
Superior organizational and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to take initiative
Excellent customer service skills in dealing with internal and external constituents
Must have the ability to work with a team
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Social Media Technology

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Building Collaborative Relationships
Professional Behavior
Results-Driven
Customer Orientation
Flexibility

You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access.

About the Company

Autism Speaks

Nonprofit advocating autism solutions across lifespan

Autism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that works to promote solutions across the autism spectrum and throughout the lifespan for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. It funds and supports autism research, provides resources and education for families and professionals, and advocates for policy changes and services that help people with autism. Its product-like outputs include research grants, educational materials, support programs, and advocacy campaigns. It aims to create a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New York City, New York
Founded: 2005

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