2015 SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITIES Apply Early!

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Organization & Web Site / Project / Job Description / Contact
Boys & Girls Club of East MS
/ Manage membership database for 4 Clubs / The intern will be responsible for overseeing the delivery & completion of membership records, work well within an academic and fun environment (children/youth) and have excellent computer skills. Must have good verbal and writing skills, be a self-starter and grasp instructions quickly. / Ricky Hood
P. O. Box 4202
Meridian, MS 39304
601-482-2544

Care Lodge
/ Educational Assistant to work with children during the summer months.
POSITION FILLED / Perform the necessary duties that will help and support the children’s summer program activities at the shelter. To include: small groups and/or one-on-one interaction with children that have experienced trauma and crisis. Must have experience in working with diverse population and encourage positive attitudes. / Leslie Payne
P. O. Box 5331
Meridian, MS 39302
601-482-8719

East MS Foothills Land Trust
/ Restoration project at Q.V.Sykes Park, Annual Chunky River Cleanup, establish a landing at Stuckey Bridge & a booth/trail showcasing Longleaf Pines at Bonita Lakes
POSITION FILLED / Provide oversight to the projects, updating files, conducting onsite environmental inventories, coordinating creek/river cleanups, promoting the mission of the organization through public speaking opportunities and reaching out to schools to participate in likeminded efforts. / Chris Phillips
P. O. Box 1608
Meridian, MS 39302
601-484-8564

Free Clinic of Meridian, Inc.
/ Update webpage and Facebook page and create brochure
POSITION FILLED / Work approximately 20 hours per week, Monday-Friday, including some evenings. Work independently to complete assigned projects, also work with Clinic Board and offer assistance to staff. Need to be flexible in work hours, excellent computer skills and understand webpage design. / Brenda Hiatt
P. O. Box 233
Meridian, MS 39303
601-917-7094

Lauderdale County Tourism Bureau
/ Create operations manual for proposed Meridian Visitors Center
POSITION FILLED / Create operations manual for a retail sales component for the proposed Meridian Visitors Center. Student will utilize internet and research to identify industry best practices to be implemented in the manual. Need to be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications as well as internet navigation and research. Personable & professional in public interaction both written and oral. / Dede Mogollon
212 Constitution Avenue
Meridian, MS 39301
601-482-8001

Organization & Web Site / Project / Job Description / Contact
Meridian Art Association
/ Summer Youth Program
POSITION FILLED / Assist in all areas of the museum’s summer educational programming and operations to include registration, disciplining the students, replenishing supplies and clean-up the classroom. Help with two art competitions by handling the jurying process, balloting and tabulating results. Must be dependable, punctual, organized, energetic and the ability to go above and beyond. / Kate Cherry
P. O. Box 5773
Meridian, MS 39302
601-693-1501

Meridian Little Theatre, Inc.
/ Intern to assist in developing, marketing and executing children’s summer theatre camp & summer dinner theatre event
POSITION FILLED / Assist with the development, marketing and execution of a children’s summer theatre camp and a 6-night dinner theatre event. Must be able to prepare and organize materials for events, as well as assist in the technical aspects of production, building sets, setting lights & sound and working with young children. Be able to work flexible hours, including nights. Must be able to use Microsoft Word, social media, and basic (self-taught) carpentry skills. / Ronnie Miller
P. O. Box 3157
Meridian, MS 39303

Meridian Performing Arts Center, Inc.
/ Create and implement a marketing plan and handle stage management tasks in the musical production of Fiddler On The Roof
POSITION FILLED / Design publicity materials, programs, and tickets, as well as assisting with stage management of Fiddler On The Roof. There will be some work with staging and choreography. The play will have at least 50 junior high and high school students on and off stage. Must have an excellent work ethic, be creative, and have the ability to delegate. / Sarah Benton
3650 23rd Avenue
Meridian, MS 39305
601-527-6812

Meridian Symphony Association, Inc.
/ Organize Meridian Symphony Association's library and archives and assist with the 2015-2016 association program book & summer FunFest
POSITION FILLED / Design and assemble archival albums and, if time, a short video chronicling the Meridian Symphony Orchestra’s 50+ year history, help organize the room designated as the Symphony House Library. Must have excellent organization skills, ability to think creatively, and be able to create a DVD documentary with a team. / Susan M. Johnson
P. O. Box 2171
Meridian, MS 39302
601-693-2224

Methodist Senior Services-Aldersgate
/ Document WWII memories by by interviewing the Aldersgate residents who lived during WWII
POSITION FILLED / Interview and document through writing and videography residents’ personal experience of living through WWII. Present final project to Aldersgate and also in a public forum to citizens of Lauderdale County as well as local schools. Must be outgoing, friendly people-person, good public speaker, writing and videography skills and an independent worker. / Lawona Broadfoot
P. O. Box 3846
Meridian, MS 39305
601-482-5561

Organization & Web Site / Project / Job Description / Contact
Mississippi Arts & Entertainment Center
/ Inventory & cataloging of documents, artifacts and non-monetary donations, and assist with projects prior to opening date
POSITION FILLED / Record and catalog existing documents, artifacts and miscellaneous items relevant to the Arts & Entertainment Center including some research in addition to greeting visitors and potential investors in an office environment. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications as well as internet navigation and research. Highly motivated and self-starting. Personable and professional in public interaction both written and oral. / Marty Gamblin
P. O. Box 148
Meridian, MS 39301
601-581-1550

Mississippi Jr. Miss Program
/ Create a better Alumni network to provide program with strong and lasting support
POSITION FILLED / Intern will create a data base of past participants using our data base via our website. Work closely to develop a communication platform (i.e.constant contact or mail chimp) to deliver information to Alumni members. Must be organized, detailed, strong computer skills and familiar with several types of social media applications. / Hampton Thames
P. O. Box 582
Meridian, MS 39302
601-479-7675

Mississippi State University Foundation
/ Assist in hosting an arts integration statewide conference, design brochures and marketing tools for educational events
POSITION FILLED / Assist with summer projects and fall educational materials; assisting with the education department’s hands-on activities such as preparation of items for the 2015-16 school year (brochures, workshops, lesson plan resources for teachers, etc.); and assist with conference center theater events as needed. Must be able to use Microsoft Office Applications & possess communication & organization skills. / Dr. Charlotte Tabereaux
2200 Fifth Street
Meridian, MS 39301
601-696-2204

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Multi-County Community
Service Agency
/ Design agency newsletter, produce a video and update website
POSITION FILLED / Compile information regarding Multi-County CSA’s programs and services to include pictures to create an agency newsletter; a 15 minute information video and update web page as needed. Must have excellent multimedia content development abilities, excellent eye for design and intimate understanding of design elements, be proactive, reliable and accurate attention to detail. / Angela Hicks
P. O. Box 905
Meridian, MS 39302
601-482-9865

State Games of MS
/ Coordinate new & existing sporting events for 2015 games, assist in registering athletes and oversee 4 interns
POSITION FILLED / Daily duties will include telephone, data entry, organizing sporting boxes, distributing fliers and sponsor packets, etc. Intern will be given detailed schedules that will assist and aid in delegation of duties. Required to assist at the various sporting events and help with registration. Must be organized, self-motivated, and responsible with friendly disposition and outgoing personality. / Krilecia Gianakos
5201 14th Street
Meridian, MS 39307
601-482-0205

The Housing Authority of the
City of Meridian
/ Design a plan to enable elderly, disabled and handicapped residents to live independently
POSITION FILLED / Visit homes in order to identify needs and discuss ways to address the need. Formulate objectives regarding identified needs through counseling residents and also conduct follow-up visits to determine whether needs have been appropriately addressed. Collect data, analyze and present findings to social service department. Must possess good organizational & communication skills and knowledge of technology and computer programs. / Shelia Austin
2425 E. Street
Meridian, MS 39301
601-693-2800

Organization & Web Site / Project / Job Description / Contact
The Jimmie Rodgers Foundation, Inc.
/ Organize, catalog and prepare archives and memorabilia for safe moving / Document all memorabilia electronically and on paper, prepare files and documents for transfer and safe storage. Many documents need to be transferred to digital archives and some placed in acid free display modes. Must have good computer and technology skills, organizational skills and good time management skills. / Betty Lou Jones
P. O. Box 2170
Meridian, MS 39302
601-917-4344

The Montgomery Institute
/ Meridian Freedom Project
POSITION FILLED / The Meridian Freedom Project’s mission is to create corps of academically capable, socially conscious, and mentally disciplined young leaders in Meridian. Intern will primarily provide direct academic and fitness instruction to assigned small groups of 10-15 for a total of seven weeks. Also complete a week long training in Meridian provided by certified and experienced teachers, with on-going bi-weekly development and training opportunities. / Anna Stephenson
P. O. Box 1889
Meridian, MS 39302
601-207-5121

United Way of East MS
/ Support “Stuff the Bus, Imagination Library” and provide data base input for donor management system
POSITION FILLED / “Stuff the Bus”-determine city and county school supply list for K-4/5 students and secure bids from vendors for these supplies. Select distribution location and assist in the mobilization of volunteers for the event. Prepare media releases and assist with the distribution of items to schools. Must have demonstrated work in community service, knowledge of Microsoft Excel. “Imagination Library”-registration process, data input and distribution of materials. / Thad Quarles
P. O. Box 5376
Meridian, MS 39302
601-513-1090

Student will receive a salary of $4,000 for 8 weeks of work

4 Housing Scholarships available (first come, first serve basis-MUST KNOW BY May 8) Program funded by: The Riley Foundation