Youth Programs Spring 2023 Internship with SuitUp
The Opportunity
SuitUp is currently seeking multiple Youth Programs Interns, to support the team in organizing and executing virtual and in-person SuitUp competitions across the country. Interns will be tasked with supporting the SuitUp Programs Team to run and manage all SuitUp business competitions, working both directly and indirectly with our corporate and educational partners to set-up and execute 20-40 volunteer events. Responsibilities may include supporting SuitUp event logistics, managing relationships with school and company partners, data entry, and video editing.
Required Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with corporate volunteers (ages 21 to 65) and middle/high school students (ages 10 to 18) in a client-facing role
- Excellent public speaking, communication, and presentation skills
- Self-starter with the ability to take initiatives and run with projects independently
- Organized, energetic, and positive with natural leadership qualities
- A passion for education and increasing career awareness for students in low-income communities
- Resourcefulness and an orientation to learn what it’s like working on a small but mighty team
- Previous work experience in sales, marketing, education, youth development, or event planning is preferred
- Comply with SuitUp COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (where applicable)
The Perks
- Experience working in a start-up organization in which everyone can see their direct impact to the mission and contribute and to the team in multiple ways
- Learn how to plan, prepare for, and facilitate large scale events with professional development opportunities in public speaking
- Network with our diverse client base, which includes thousands of volunteers from some of the largest companies in the world such as Snapchat, Uber, PayPal, Louis Vuitton, and Goldman Sachs
- Training and experience using some of the most popular virtual communication and CRM platforms (including Slack and Salesforce) used by nonprofits and corporations
- Join a talented team in a fast-paced start-up environment
- Increase career awareness and marketable skills for thousands of students in low-income communities
- Ability to create personalized schedule with the opportunity to work remotely
- Receive 1:1 mentorship from full-time staff member
How to Apply
To apply, please send your resume to Erica Davis, erica@volunteersuitup.org and include a short paragraph to answer the following questions:
1) Why are you interested in SuitUp and an internship with us in this department?
2) What skills would you bring to this position?
3) What is the number of hours you can commit to this role per week during the fall semester?
SuitUp is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, and political affiliation.