The Disability Action Center benefits from the unique skills and time given by individual community members volunteering and interning in its offices, at events and on special projects. Although the Disability Action Center accepts volunteers for various needs, the volunteer listings below are greatly needed.
Peer Support Volunteer
Opportunities are currently available to volunteer as a Peer Supporter with the Disability Action Center. Peer Supporters have personal experience with disabilities, and work with others, alone and in small groups, to seek solutions and better independent living options.
Assistive Technology Volunteer
Opportunities are currently available to volunteer with the DAC’s Re-Use Program. Volunteers are needed to help organize, transport, clean, and demonstrate the use of AT equipment.
If you would like to volunteer with the Disability Action Center, please complete the DAC Volunteer Application, and email to: ktissot@dacsc.org.
Internships
Marketing Intern (Columbia Location) - The Marketing Intern will provide support in the development of fundraisers, public relations, and marketing materials for our organization.
Other duties will include:
- Research fundraising ideas and opportunities
- Create Sponsorship/Donation proposals
- Internet Research
- Develop relationships with possible event sponsors
- Write Press Releases
- Assist in the production of newsletters, brochures, outreach and special event materials
- Assist in updating Social Networking sites
The ideal candidate would be available to work 8-10 hours a week. Our office hours are Mon-Friday, 9AM-5PM and occasionally on weekends. The Marketing Intern must be proficient in the use of MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Internet Searches and Graphic Design. This internship is unpaid and is open for all semesters.
Please send your resume and cover letter to Sara Marin, smarin@dacsc.org if you are interested.