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Internships 2010-11 (beginning Fall 2010)

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Assisting program coordinator with all aspects of running the program
  • Assisting participants one-on-one and in small groups
  • Facilitating your own workshop(s) on a related topic, to be determined with program coordinator
  • Helping coordinate exhibits and events
  • Attend intern meetings and trainings
  • Networking with other community youth and arts groups.
  • Set up and clean up work areas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working with youth
  • Experience with medium relevant to respective program
  • Commitment to youth empowerment and social justice
  • Attention to detail and willingness to learn
  • Can-do attitude and sense of humor

 

OFFICE INTERN:

Work alongside YAC staff to ensure smooth functioning of the organization. Office schedule: M/T/Th, flexible hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Grant research, database management, and other organizational tasks
  • More experienced interns may get involved with grant proposal writing, fundraising, and organizational development
  • Potential opportunity to serve as member of Board of Directors

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Experience with PC platform using MS Office, FileMaker Pro
  • Knowledge of Photoshop and other design software a plus
  • Willingness to learn
  • Ability to multi-task and follow-through
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently
  • Interest in youth empowerment

 

All internships are 6-8 hours/week. Paid internships are only available for students in the Federal Work Study program. Rate $8-10/hr. Non-work study students are eligible for a semester stipend. Preference is given to interns who can make a full year commitment.

Please send resume and cover letter to: Stacey Lennard, Executive Director, slennard@youthactioncoalition.org, 413.253.2158 x1


Youth Action Coalition is committed to a diverse workplace, and is an equal opportunity employer.

Youth Action Coalition • 256 N. Pleasant Street, Amherst • tel: 413-253-2158