Student Leadership Programs Coordinator (Summer Internship)

Title: Student Leadership Programs Coordinator (Summer Internship)

Position Summary

The Student Leadership Program Coordinator serves as the on-site lead for our Summer Leadership Programs for high school students. 

This role runs from June 8-July 31 and is responsible for facilitating daily programming, mentoring students, coordinating nonprofit service partners, and ensuring a high-quality leadership experience. 

The Coordinator acts as the primary point person during program hours and helps create an engaging, organized, and mission-driven environment. Ideal for students interested in nonprofit leadership, education, public policy, social impact, or youth development.

Position Type:      Full-time, On-Site (40 hours/week, not Remote)

Pay Type:             Stipend or Eligible for Service Hours/Academic Credit

Transportation:   Need own transportation to sites (All sites are located in Durham, NC)

Reports To:         Executive Director & Community Programs Manager

Supervision:       Program Volunteers

Key Competencies/Experience

• Enthusiastic, energetic, and affirming engagement style
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, email, and social media
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• High attention to detail and follow-through
• Experience working with high school students preferred
• Ability to supervise and collaborate with volunteers

Responsibility Overview: 

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Secure and coordinate nonprofit service site partnerships
• Conduct outreach to schools and community partners to recruit participants
• Assist in developing and finalizing curriculum
• Communicate with students and parents regarding forms, logistics, and payments
• Coordinate and support onsite volunteers
• Facilitate daily programming and serve as on-site leader
• Capture photos and videos for social media and community engagement

Summer Schedule

Program days are Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm. Additional planning hours may occur outside of camp hours as needed.

On-Site Training: June 8-12

IMPACT Camp (Leadership/Service Camp): For rising 9th-12th graders

Dates (4 separate weeks): June 15-19, June 22-26, June 29-July 3, July 13-17

Students visit a different nonprofit each day to learn about community needs providing area high school-aged youth with an affordable, local week community service/urban mission experience. They will hear from community leaders and engage in reflection activities. Participants will also receive leadership and team-building training, and learn about housing, hunger, poverty, caring for the environment, and other issues facing the local community.

Civic Engagement Leadership Institute (CELI): For 10th-12th graders

Dates: July 20-24

CELI is an intensive summer enrichment experience that empowers high school students to impact Triangle communities through socially conscious thought and action and is a deep dive into understanding the root causes of community needs. Students hear from community leaders and get practical leadership skills culminating with a Capstone Project presented to community judges (think Shark Tank). Students will develop a combination of knowledge, skills, values, and motivation to help shape the future of the Triangle and beyond.

Model United Nations: For 10th-12th graders

Date: July 27-31

Model UN is a week-long session that grows student leadership and diplomatic debate skills, builds confidence in public speaking, and immerses students in real-world contemporary global issues – creating more engaged students. Students will learn how Model United Nations can be used as a vehicle for learning about the world around us, civic engagement, and personal growth. It will be facilitated with assistance from UNC-Chapel Hill.

To learn more about the programs visit: https://thevolunteercenter.org/youth/

Note:  There is flexibility in position length. Candidates may be selected for the full summer or for specific program weeks depending on availability and organizational need.