DreemInterns Needed! "Job Descriptions"

DreemIntern “Job Description”

The following are all Intern positions that we are hoping to activate. We’re at a turning point in the organization needing more leaders and Dreemers that are eager to create Dreem Reality as much as we are.

Our goal is to empower Dreemers to activate their Dreems by facilitating a vessel for creation. We encourage and welcome people to plug in to Dreem Reality however they feel pulled to.

Below are some of the key roles we need to continue to build our foundation as a forward moving organization of Dreemers. Most, if not all of them have the potential for intern credits through universities, future paid Leadership position upon funding activation, community and skill building! Additionally, they don't all have to be filled by Dreemers living in Santa Cruz - you can intern from afar as well!

(Oh, and we can come up with titles that are fulfilling to you!)

Administrative Orchestrator. (Office Assistant)

Possible team members: Several

What do with job? (Mission, Job Description). You will contribute to the creation of the foundation for Dreem Reality.  

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Maintain bookkeeping (reconcile and organize receipts, enter QuickBooks), assist in “office” organization, prepare quarterly/annual tax requirements, communicate with administrative and legal entities, address “customer service” through email and phone, create and distribute newsletters,

Who work with? Directors, leaders, volunteers, donors/sponsors, potential interests

Possible skills/background: Experience with QuickBooks, Excel, Word, SalesForce, MailChimp, creative and independent problem solving,

Human Resource Manager. (Dreemer Organizer)

Possible number on team:  several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). You would be in charge of organizing and communicating with Dreemers  (volunteers, interns, paid staff).

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Create, implement, and organize Dreemer membership system (application, evaluation, contact/profile, hour logging/accomplishments). Connect Dreemer skills and interests with opportunities. Confirm/research intern credits qualifications. Provide general counseling and guidance to Dreemers. Investigate and maintain volunteer insurance.

Who work with? Admin, Events Coordinator, Dreemers

Possible skills/background: Human resources, group leadership, excellent communication skills (written, verbal, digital), people facilitation, creative problem solving and conflict resolution,

Funding Manifester. (Fundraising, Grants, Ect)

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). Discover potential funding opportunities, providing stability and tools to activate DR.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Research potential grants, scholarships, and donations. Organize fundraising events. Assist in realistic budget creation for projects/programs. Advise, write, edit, submit grants/scholarships. Secure volunteers/interns for event activation, present fundraising proposals to Leaders and Sponsors

Who work with? HR manager, Event Coord, Admin, Donors/Sponsors, Dreemers

Possible skills/background:  Fundraising, grant writing, excellent communication skills (verbal, written), research, people facilitation, opportunity seeking

Event Coordinator

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). Lead the creation and attendance of various Events, including fundraising events, public booths, workshops, education opportunities, etc.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Seek, organize, plan for, book, attend/assign, budget, recap events. Organize Dreemers to attend. Represent DR mission or specific focus/project.

Who work with? HR Manager, Funding Manifester, Event Hosts, Dreemers

Possible skills/background: Event coordinating, budget creation, organization, delegation, task management, creative problem solving

DreemCollective Creator

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). Help create and establish the DreemCollective system throughout members, community organizations, and local businesses.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Create membership system (intro, organize, ID cards, contact, fees/reoccur). Seek out opportunities/partnerships throughout community organizations and businesses. Establish “contract” between members and businesses/organizations. Communicate with members about benefits, updates, and opportunities. Maintain rapport with sponsor businesses/organizations about growth of collective.

Who work with? Admin, HR manager, Marketing

Possible skills/background: Contract creation, legal awareness, business savvy, organization skills, system creation, digital/verbal communication

DreemSprouts/Youth Guides

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description).  Expand our involvement with education and activation of youth. This can include all youth ages in and out of schools/programs.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities):  Create/coordinate DreemEvents focused on youth involvement and education. Investigate and ensure legal requirements for working with children (fingerprints, background checks, insurance, parental consent, etc). Coordinate youth-focus-interested Dreemers. Communicate/cooperate with youth organizations to accomplish shared missions.

Who work with? Events coord, HR Manager, Dreemers, Community youth organizations, children

Possible skills/background: Working with youth, organization, leadership, event coordination, creative activities,

DreemTV Crew

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). Progress and evolve the educational and motivational video venue.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Specialties can involve: editing, filming, photography, script writing, directing, interviewing, casting, etc. Research new and existing educational topics. Edit DreemTV episodes. Comply with legal “release” requirements. 

Who work with? Events coord, DreemGardens,

Possible skills/background: Filming, photography, editing, acting, researching, team leadership and cooperation, creativity

DreemGarden Evolver

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). Continue to evolve DreemGardens program towards more education, sustainability, and community involvement.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Create systems of finding, consulting, and scheduling “work parties”. Organize Dreemers. Outline workshop potentials with event. Maintain Tool Library (may include literature and supplies). Maintain “head quarters” with workshop/demo space, food forest, community garden, etc.

Who work with? Events Coord, HR Manager, Dreemers, Community, DreemSprouts

Possible skills/background: Horticulture, Permaculture, Native Plants, Landscaping & Design, consulting

DreemHome Builders

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). Connect with local homeowners about remodeling their home, upgrading it to fit Title 24 and green building standards.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Provide evaluations/consultations of the job site, research tax credits and rebates for upgrades, create and connect local businesses network to hire at discounted rate to perform necessary work, assemble teams of Dreemers to participate in hands-on learning workshops.

Who work with? HR manager, event coord, Dreemers, home owners, local green building businesses, Ecology Action Now (?)

Possible skills/background: LEED certification, “Build it Green” evaluations, green building/construction, consultation, codes/permits, networking, research, team building

Digital and Web

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). Improve, update, and maintain the website and digital presence.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Maintain website to provide the most current events, effective resources, and correct information. Also head up digital design and layout with graphics and logo.

Who work with? Directors, DreemTV

Possible skills/background: Wordpress, HTML, web design, graphic design, computer programing

Marketing DreemTeam

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). Help create public image through creating and producing marketing material (business cards, t-shirts, brochures, banners).

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Finding printing options, designing marketing material, cooperation with events coord to determine necessary marketing materials. Budgeting for materials. Seek opportunities to make public appearances.

Who work with? Events Coord, Digital/Web Design, Directors, Admin

Possible skills/background: Research, price comparing, design/layout, marketing literature, comfortable speaking/communicating, printing

Community Communicator

Possible number on team:  Several

What do with Job? (Mission, Job Description). Connect with surrounding community(ies) for educational opportunities, team building, funding possibilities, public relations, media communication

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Find events to attend, discover ways to connect with the community using online and physical presence

Who work with? Events coord, Dreemers, HR Manager, Community leaders and organizations, Fundraising

Possible skills/background: Community building, outreach, team building, fundraising