WORK (Paid and Volunteer)

Seasonal Staff Program

Internship Program

Earthdance Seasonal Staff Program

The Earthdance Seasonal Staff Program is loosely divided among the seasons in three to four month intervals, offering its members an opportunity to immerse in a community focused in the movement and improvisational arts in an alternative environment to the urban landscape. The dynamic schedule of events allows seasonal staff to interact and co-habitate with dancers, artists and performers from all over the world. Volunteers are the main support of the operation of Earthdance, working 30 hours per week in a variety of assigned tasks including housekeeping, office assistance, cooking and grounds maintenance. In exchange, seasonal staff receive:

Complimentary room (shared) and board.
Use of dance studios and other Earthdance facilities (when not in use by the rental groups).
Free participation in community events (jams, performance nights, etc).
Free 5-day event jams.
Significant discounts on workshops.

Interested individuals will need to fill out an application. Earthdance uses an evaluation system consisting of interview, review and consensus by core staff members in order to finalise decisions amongst canidates. We are currently accepting applications for 2010. Due to the volume of applicants and the unpredictable nature of Earthdance, please respect we do not make confirmations until 1-2 months prior to the new season.

Individuals with backgrounds in computer-tech, carpentry, electrical and/or plumbing are encouraged to apply.

Seasons:

Spring (Feb. 1 - May 31) : Applications accepted Oct. 1 - Nov. 15
Summer (June 1 - Aug. 31): Applications accepted Feb. 15 - Apr. 15
Fall (Sept. 1 - Dec. 31): Applications accepted May 1 - Jul.1

Our Summer seasonal staff slots are currently full. We are accepting applications for Fall at this time.

If interested, please complete an application and either e-mail it to or send it to:

Earthdance
252 Prospect St.
Plainfield, MA 01070

Please also send a copy of your resume.

Earthdance Internship Program:

Office Intern
Executive Intern
Development Intern

OFFICE INTERN

Anticipated Start Date: August 15 or September, 2010 or until position is filled

Earthdance is seeking an Office Intern, a vital role in supporting the Earthdance Office Manager. The Office Intern is specifically responsible for:

Answering or directing e-mail/phone calls.
Data entry into registration database and email lists.
Sending, receiving, and sorting mail.
Compiling workshop and event Evaluations.
Welcoming and registering participants during Earthdance events.
Operating the Earthdance store during events and stocking inventory.
Assisting with publicity and fundraising mailings.
Keeping office organized and stocked with supplies.

Desired Skills/Qualifications
Administrative experience and/ or office skills including touch typing; facility with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access; basic Web editing abilities preferred (Dreamweaver); strong organizational skills; the ability to self-motivate/self-direct; good sense of humor and a gracious attitude.

Compensation
In exchange for 15-20 hours of work/week, free jams and community events and significant discounts on Earthdance produced workshops, and free lunch during business days.
CURRENTLY HOUSING IS NOT INCLUDED; Interns must have own transportation, and live off-site; Some other arrangements may be possible, depending on the season and housing availability.

Committment
This position will begin September 1, 2010 and we request a six-month to one-year minimum commitment; other arrangements may be possible, depending on the season.

Deadline: August 15 or September, 2010 or until position is filled.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and application form regarding living at Earthdance (word document or pdf) and sent them to krista@earthdance.net along with any other relevant information or mail to:

Earthdance

Attn: Krista DeNio, Earthdance Co-Executive Director
252 Prospect Street
Plainfield, MA 01070
Please call 413-634-5678 if you have any questions.

EXECUTIVE INTERN
Anticipated Start Date: August 15 or September 1, 2010 or until position is filled

Earthdance is seeking an Executive Intern, a vital role in supporting the Earthdance Executive Directors. The Executive Intern is specifically responsible for:

Assisting Co-Executive Directors with general office responsibilities (filing, organization, mailings, etc.)
Drafting correspondence
Helping Co-directors create a Programming calendar/charting system for Programming work
Organizing and cleaning-up organizational (database) filing system
Creating packets needed of organizational materials
Responding to simple inquiries on behalf of the Co-Directors
Participating in meetings as requested by Co-Directors, relevant to the work areas Intern covers
Taking the lead in research in a variety of areas, including: web research, contacting other organizations, funding opportunities, organizational development information, etc.
Leadership in a variety of specific projects relevant to current needs. Past projects have included: Earthdance Cookbook: researching printing options; collecting recipes and writings to go with and between recipes related to ED History, etc.; compiling photos; helping edit and re-work documents related to Earthdance's Staff and Community

Desired Skills/Qualifications
Excellent language, proof-reading, editing, and communication skills; Administrative experience and/ or office skills including touch typing; facility with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access (+/o Salesforce); basic Web editing abilities preferred (Dreamweaver) & Constant Contact abilities useful; strong organizational skills; creative thinking and problem solving; the ability to self-motivate/self-direct; good sense of humor and a gracious attitude.

Deadline: August 15 or September 1st, 2010 or until position is filled.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and application form regarding living at Earthdance (word document or pdf) and sent them to krista@earthdance.net along with any other relevant information or mail to:

Earthdance
Attn: Krista DeNio, Earthdance Co-Executive Director
252 Prospect Street
Plainfield, MA 01070

Please call 413-634-5678 if you have any questions.

DEVELOPMENT INTERN

Anticipated Start Date: August 15 or September 1, 2010 or until position is filled

Earthdance is seeking a Development Intern, a vital role in supporting the Earthdance Development team. The Development Intern is specifically responsible for:

Grant research support
Gift Entry
Coordinating appeals and mailings
Database management (donor data, etc.)
Sending Donor Acknowledgement letters
Tracking Major Donor outreach
Helping create & update Earthdance Fundraising packets
Basic Development Calendar updates, and systems maintenance
Fundraising Event Coordination
Maintaining Earthdance “Wishlist”

Desired Skills/Qualifications
Experience or current study in the field of Development strongly encouraged; Strong organizational skills; Excellent language, proof-reading, editing, and communication skills; Administrative experience and/ or office skills including touch typing; facility with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access (+/o Salesforce); basic Web editing abilities preferred (Dreamweaver) & Constant Contact abilities useful; strong organizational skills; the ability to self-motivate/self-direct; good sense of humor and a gracious attitude.

Deadline: August 15 or September 1 2010 or until position is filled.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and application form regarding living at Earthdance (word document or pdf) and send them to krista@earthdance.net along with any other relevant information or mail to:

Earthdance
Attn: Krista DeNio, Earthdance Co-Executive Director
252 Prospect Street
Plainfield, MA 01070

Please call 413-634-5678 if you have any questions.

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