About Destination DC(DDC), the official destination marketing organization for the nation's capital, is a private, non-profit membership organization of 1,000 businesses committed to marketing the area as a premier global convention, tourism and special events destination with a special emphasis on the arts, cultural and historic communities. Destination DC (DDC) welcomes an Apprentice to assist the Partnerships & Alliances (P&A) team and learn about destination marketing. Visit washington.org for more information.

About the Partnerships & Alliances Department

P&A is an exciting and entrepreneurial revenue-generating department within DDC. P&A generates income through membership (dues), sponsorship, and special events. Engagement of these businesses is critical--when DDC programs flourish, partner businesses thrive and contribute to our vibrant economy and the positive image and identity of Washington, DC, as a world-class destination for locals, visitors, and convention attendees.

About the DEI Business Fellowship The DEI Business Fellowship was launched in the Fall of 2021 as a purposeful effort to highlight and engage small businesses owned and operated by historically underrepresented groups. The cohort of select businesses receives a free year of DDC membership and sales and marketing support. Through mentorship, complimentary marketing, education, and networking opportunities, DDC strives to sustain and grow these businesses to help them reach business and leisure travelers.

Position Summary: Are you our next apprentice? Here's what you will do

Reports to: Membership Manager, DEI Business Fellowship Program Manager

You will receive training in these areas:

1. Overview of the DDC departments, their work, and how this fits together to help support local businesses.
2. Member benefits and resources available for partners.
3. Member/Partner in Simpleview CRM via Brainery certification.

1. Support the DEI Business Fellowship Program.

• Collect data about how the cohort has participated in and benefitted from membership. This includes service requests, referrals, GA4, and event attendance.
• Use Canva to create a comprehensive report with data visualization, including ROI reports and communication images.
• Log results into the SimpleView CRM, update relevant member records and track communications.

2. Develop and Distribute Fellowship Survey

• Revise existing survey form and questions to address need areas.
• Distribute survey to 2024 cohort and collect responses.
• Synthesize data and present performance to P&A team.

3. Recruit and Prospect Business Fellows for the 2025 Cohort.

• Research appropriate businesses for outreach.
• Shadow prospect calls and door-knocking with the program manager.
• Organize outreach to community organizations to promote the 2025 cohort of business fellows.

4. Attend regular company-wide and departmental meetings and general department duties as needed.

Duration and Other Requirements:

• Fall 2024, August 2024 - February 2025
• 28 hours/week; 4 days/week in-person, Monday - Thursday, OFF Fridays.
• 20 hours/week DEI program support (equivalent to 3 days)

What You Bring: Knowledge, Experience, Competencies

• Early career professional preferred. Graduate student or advanced college student considered.
• Exceptional customer service and business etiquette skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology.
• Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated interest in the travel and tourism economy, enthusiasm for Washington, DC.
• Eagerness to learn from a team of dynamic, engaged professionals working to promote Washington, DC and its vital hospitality and travel and tourism economy.

Work Environment

This Apprentice is expected in the office 4 days a week (Monday-Thursday). Apprentice will follow Destination DC's policies for staff and may work hybrid when needed. Apprentice must have reliable internet to work remotely. If the Apprentice does not have a computer, a Destination DC computer will be issued for the duration of the apprenticeship.

To Apply:

Submit cover letter and resume to https://www.washington.org/careers.

DESTINATION DC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We welcome all to apply and are committed to retaining, hiring, developing, and promoting diverse talent. We recognize and celebrate cultural differences within our organization by establishing opportunities for education and allyship.
Please reach out to us if you need accommodations with an application.