Join the JWV Team!

Programs and Public Relations Coordinator

The Programs and Public Relations Coordinator will manage three major aspects of daily life at JWV: programs, development, and public relations. Beyond maintaining records, the Coordinator also handles questions from members and the general public about JWV, our programs, veterans’ issues, and ways to collaborate.

The job entails:

Programs:

  • Plan the JWV annual convention, which includes data management, working closely with members, and coordinating with the hotel and other venues
  • Work with members to further develop JWV programs; act as liaison within the office for these programs
  • Coordination with schools, programs, and other organizations
  • Pitching and creating new programs as needs shift

Public Relations:

  • Daily monitoring and reporting of print, social, and web coverage of veterans issues
  • Assisting with drafting, editing, and writing the quarterly newspaper
  • Writing press releases, articles, and handling the organization’s social media accounts
  • Familiarity with grammar etiquette and the editing process

Development:

  • Generating donor acknowledgements, email solicitations, and cultivating relationships with donors
  • Managing vendors and working with the Development Committee on JWV’s direct mail programs

A quality applicant has:

  • A friendly disposition and ability to keep a calm, collected demeanor; professional phone and email etiquette
  • A strong motivation to check items off the “To Do List” and a passion for efficiency
  • Attention to detail, especially with data entry
  • A strong understanding of Jewish culture
  • Willingness to learn about military history/culture and an interest in veterans and military affairs,
  • Communications or social media experience
  • Aptitude for and experience with development database software or other data management tools
  • A proven record of quality customer service and/or event/program planning experience

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree and related experience
  • Excellent writing skills and ability to craft content on a variety of platforms; Ability to draft well-written correspondence and edit documents.
  • Able to work independently and proactively
  • Proficiency with Microsoft office programs, including Excel and Word
  • Excellent organizational and communications skills
  • Ability to self-manage several projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

How To Apply

Qualified applicants should send a resume, one page cover letter, and a short writing sample (no more than two pages) to NED@jwv.org.

PR/Journalism Interns

Description: JWV is seeking a self-motivated individual to be our Public Relations/Journalism Intern.  This is a perfect opportunity for college students who are studying communications.

Duties: Duties include monitoring social media, assisting with press releases, writing articles and assisting with the layout for The Jewish Veteran (JWV’s quarterly newspaper).  During the summer, there will also be opportunities to assist with preparations for JWV’s National Convention.  This position requires up to 20 hours a week.

Qualifications: Undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates, are encouraged to apply.

Salary: Unpaid.  May qualify as course credit depending on institutional requirements.

How to Apply: The PR/Journalism Interns are accepted during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to  jwv@jwv.org with the subject line: “PR/Journalism Internship Application.”

Programs Intern

Description: JWV is seeking a self-motivated individual to be our Programs Intern.  This is a perfect opportunity for talented students who want to get involved in the veteran and/or Jewish programming arena.

Duties: Duties include monitoring and reporting on our Post events, innovating new programming materials, special event support and creating new innovative ways to reach Iraq and Afghanistan veterans.  This position requires up to 20 hours a week.

Qualifications: Undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates, are encouraged to apply. Interest in military and veterans issues a plus.

Salary: Unpaid.   May qualify as course credit depending on institutional requirements.

How to Apply: The Programs Interns are accepted during Fall, Spring, and Summer semester cycles. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to jwv@jwv.org with the subject line: “Programs Internship Application.”