Internship Title: Side by Side Kids – Volunteer Department Intern
Purpose of the Position: The Volunteer Department Intern is responsible for supporting and further developing the volunteer program through managing special projects, supporting research needs, and/or developing new recruitment and data management strategies.
Responsibilities and Duties Summary:
● Provide additional support on campus by helping with homework, leading recreation activities, curriculum, etc.
● Plan and execute volunteer appreciation opportunities and events
● Create and prepare curriculum, activities, and games for summer programming and special events
● Provide additional support during special program weeks such as Arts Week, Service Week, Technology Week and Showcase Week
● Analyze success of volunteer program and develop plans to strengthen program
● Support the Volunteer Department with any of the following administrative tasks: data entry, file organization, shredding, etc.
● Support efforts to expand resource base and recruitment platforms
● Attend weekly meetings with SBSK staff and Crew Leaders
● Coordinate with other interns, Crew Leaders, volunteers, and staff as needed
● All other duties assigned
Time Involvement Required: This position is a part-time internship with 10-20 hours per week. Hours will flex to accommodate some morning, evening, and weekend activities. The term of this position is for one school semester.
Work Site: The Afterschool Program Intern will report to the SBSK Support Center, the assigned elementary schools, and various sites within the community.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
● Interest in youth and afterschool programming and understanding of its positive impact to the community it serves
● Excellent writing and editing skills
● Excellent interpersonal and relational skills
● Experience using Microsoft Office products and Google Drive
● Excellent organizational skills and an eye for detail
● Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, but not required
Additional Qualifications:
● Be a Christ-follower and communing member of the body of Christ
● Understand, agree, and promote SBSK values (found at http://www.sidebysidekids.org/our-mission)
● Understand, agree with, and be comfortable teaching a Christ-centered curriculum that communicates the Gospel on a daily basis
Reports to: Volunteer and Intern Manager and Afterschool Program Director
Contact Piccola Dorsey for additional information, or to apply.
Piccola.Dorsey@sidebysidekids.org
W: (512) 371-9393 // C: (512) 436- 3265