Community Relations Internship

<p><strong>We want more movers and shakers, dreamers and doers, thinkers and tinker-ers. We want more people who are excited by their work and passionate about their communities. We want people who are ready to Build Something Amazing.</strong></p> <p><em><strong>"At La-Z-Boy we're dedicated to home... because home is what really matters and what will always matter. At the end of even the longest days, home is where we find ourselves."</strong></em><strong><em><br /><a href="https://vimeo.com/230201741" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Watch the full experience here.</a> </em></strong></p>

Monroe, Michigan

La-Z-Boy Corporate

<p><strong>Not many companies can say that they are both a household brand and one of the most innovative organizations in their industry. La-Z-Boy can. Ninety years after our first recliner, we&rsquo;re still re-inventing the industry.</strong></p> <p><strong>We want more movers and shakers, dreamers and doers, thinkers and tinker-ers. We want more people who are excited by their work and passionate about their communities. Our people are what drives us forward. We want people who are ready to Build Something Amazing.</strong></p> https://www.la-z-boy.com/

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Full-Time

Competitive

Overview: <p><strong>Are you ready to Build Something Amazing?</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;At La-Z-Boy, we're committed to creating lasting relationships - within the organization and outside of it. We are looking for self-motivated and energetic interns with a commitment to excellence. We value this at La-Z-Boy because they are what drives us forward.</p> <p>&nbsp;La-Z-Boy not only encourages collaboration with your fellow interns, but we focus our selection on students who not only stand out in the classroom, but who take pride in their work with their community. La-Z-Boy puts an emphasis on giving back. We are actively involved in encouraging others to participate in our sustainability efforts and volunteerism. Ultimately, La-Z-Boy looks for interns and employees alike who are excited about making houses into homes and taking the opportunity to positively affect the lives of our customers<strong>.</strong></p>
Responsibilities: <p><strong>The Community Relations Internship:</strong></p> <p>The Community Relations Internship role will support the Director of Community Relations and the La-Z-Boy Foundation, out of the HR Department at La-Z-Boy&rsquo;s World HQ in Monroe, MI. &nbsp;Responsibilities will include working on current real-world projects and programs supporting the community relations function in the areas of community relations/CSR strategy, grant management, employee volunteerism and giving campaigns including the rollout of the annual La-Z-Boy Summer of Caring volunteerism program.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>Our goal is to provide the intern with a practical, hands-on experience in one or more Marketing/Communications disciplines and build solid competencies within the Community Relations /PR field!</p>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Currently enrolled in a Four-Year Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree program with a concentration in Corporate Communications, PR, Marketing, HR or Organizational Development.</li> <li>Results oriented and ability to work independently on projects with deadlines.</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills.</li> <li>Accuracy and attention to detail are critical for success in this position.</li> <li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) a must.</li> </ul> <p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFO:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Minimal travel within the U.S. may be required.</li> <li>Unique opportunity to regularly interact with the senior leadership team and all levels of the corporate organization.</li> <li>Intern will present back to leaders and other interns at the end of the season on accomplishments and give feedback on the internship experience!</li> </ul>