Job Title: Operations Intern

Location: Local to Northern Virginia for some in-person engagements, role will primarily be remote

About Us:

Forerunners is an enterprise dedicated to identifying and developing top leaders that aspire to transform themselves, their businesses, and society without compromising their values. Through its educational programming and ventures, Forerunners connects talent, investors, and experts to create industry transformation. We are looking for an organized and proactive Operations Intern to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in operations, event planning, CRM management, and outreach coordination, contributing to the growth and success of our organization.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

1. Event Planning and Coordination:

- Assist in planning and organizing virtual and in-person events, including webinars, workshops, and conferences.

- Coordinate logistics such as venue booking, scheduling, and vendor management.

- Manage event registrations, attendee communications, and follow-up surveys.

- Provide on-site or virtual support during events to ensure smooth execution.

2. CRM Management:

- Maintain and update the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system with accurate and current information.

- Assist in segmenting contact lists and managing data integrity within the CRM.

- Generate reports and insights from CRM data to support decision-making processes.

3. Outreach and Partnership Coordination:

- Identify and research potential partners, sponsors, and collaboration opportunities.

- Assist in drafting outreach materials such as emails, proposals, and presentations.

- Coordinate meetings and communications with external partners and stakeholders.

- Track and follow up on outreach efforts to ensure timely responses and actions.

4. Administrative Support:

- Provide general administrative support to the operations team.

- Assist in maintaining organized and efficient documentation and online filing systems.

- Support other operational tasks and projects as needed.

Qualifications:

- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.

- Strong organizational and time management skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with CRM software (i.e. HubSpot) is a plus.

- Detail-oriented with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

- Passion for event planning, operations, and building partnerships.

Benefits:

- Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic startup environment.

- Opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of a new brand.

- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.

- Flexible working hours and fully remote work.

- Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Join us at Forerunners and be part of an exciting journey to build a powerful and efficient operational framework from the ground up!

Forerunners

Operations Intern

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