Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce

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Joseph Rains

Staff Intern, Summer 2007

LUFKIN/ANGELINA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE




Organization Overview

What we are: The Chamber is an organization founded for the purpose of improving the business climate in Lufkin and Angelina County.

What we do: The Chamber exists to serve its members through the stimulation of economic growth and trade; through the education of the public in the role and purpose of business; through the support of activities which enhance the area’s quality of life; and as a catalyst for positive change in the community.

How we do it: To fulfill this MISSION, the Chamber is committed to developing a program of work which identifies community needs and seeks responsible solutions in operation with governments and other community organizations.


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Intern Responsibilities

Job Description: To assist Chamber staff members with day to day operations, help promote Chamber events and functions, and encourage a healthy business environment.

Requirements and Qualifications: The intern must be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning with atleast 95 cumulative credit hours towards a degree.

Benefits and Opportunities: Great networking opportunities, get to meet Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, and worked with a wonderful staff.

Achievements: Developed the Lufkin Groups and Organizations brochure and July tourism newsletter called Tourism Tidbits, increased calendar of events in Lufkin restaurants from 160 to 465, and gained valuable clerical experience.




Contact Information

Name: Heather Kartye, Vice President

Organization: Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce

Address: 1615 South Chestnut

Phone: (936) 634-6644

Fax: (936) 634-8726

Website: http://www.lufkintexas.org




Links

http://www.cityoflufkin.com

http://www.visitlufkin.com

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