Job Description - Paid Internship - MSW (2025-2026 school year)
As one of the nation’s largest mentoring agency, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts (BBBSEM) is committed to promoting the healthy development of children through the nurturing of continuing, one-to-one friendships with caring responsible adults, supported by trained professional staff. Our work is both impactful and urgent so we are constantly looking for the best team members to join our mission. Our BBBSEM internships provide a unique opportunity to gain knowledge of how a nonprofit agency works and operates, as well as tangible learning, knowledge and professional skills experience by working within different functions at our agency.
Role Summary Our MSW interns will work alongside Enrollment and Match Support Coordinators to assist in the enrollment of volunteers and youth as well as match support of over 1,500 “Big/Little” relationships. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the not-for-profit sector and gain exposure to youth mentoring programs.
Key Responsibilities
Support staff in creating thoughtful, organized, and official written documentation of “Bigs” and “Littles”
Utilize critical thinking and interview techniques for conducting behavioral assessments
Conduct over the phone "match" support to help facilitate mentor relationships between “Bigs” and Littles”
Assist the Program Services team in the organization of special events and programming (School-Based, Campus-Based, etc)
Display professionalism and the ability to work in a goal-driven work setting by hitting specific work completion targets
Participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and agency wide learning initiatives
Provide other administrative support as needed
Basic Qualifications
Availability to work at 16-22 flexible hours per week for the duration of the school semester.
Must be available to work occasional evening hours and some Saturdays
Must be available to work from our downtown office
Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs (excel, powerpoint, etc.)
Desired Qualifications
Ability to speak Spanish
Demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service; volunteer coordination experience a plus
Excellent professional writing and oral communication skills
Excellent computer skills; familiarity with Salesforce is a plus
Ability to successfully work independently and in a team environment
Strong time-management skills and ability to be self-motivated
Enthusiasm, creativity, a positive sense of humor, and a “can do” attitude
Access to reliable transportation to attend night or weekend meetings/events; access to a car and a valid driver’s license preferred
Pay: This position is eligible to receive a stipend of up to $2,000 per semester.
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