Employment Type: Temporary Summer Internship                                                          

Schedule: Part-Time 

Flexible Summer Hours: Approximately 18–30 hours per week

Position Summary

The High School Summer Intern will gain hands-on experience in community services, nonprofit operations, healthcare support, and outreach programs while supporting the daily operations of the Day Center. Interns will work alongside experienced staff members to assist individuals and families experiencing housing instability, food insecurity, poverty, and other barriers.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful career exposure, professional development, and mentorship for students interested in healthcare, social services, nonprofit leadership, psychology, public health, counseling, criminal justice, or community outreach careers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Human Services & Community Support

• Assist with food distribution and resource support programs
• Help organize hygiene supplies, clothing donations, and community resources
• Support intake and guest engagement processes
• Assist staff in maintaining a welcoming and respectful environment
• Learn about local housing, food, and support resources

Outreach & Program Support

• Help prepare outreach materials and supply kits
• Assist with organizing program spaces and daily operations

Healthcare & Wellness Exposure

• Observe community health and wellness support activities
• Learn basic public health and sanitation practices
• Support wellness and hygiene-focused programming
• Gain exposure to trauma-informed care and crisis response practices

Administrative & Nonprofit Experience

• Assist with filing, organization, and administrative tasks
• Help with volunteer coordination and event preparation
• Learn how nonprofit programs operate and serve the community
• Participate in leadership and professional development workshops

Learning Opportunities

Interns will gain exposure to:

• Human services and social work
• Community healthcare and public health
• Behavioral health awareness
• Nonprofit leadership and operations
• Outreach and crisis response
• Community advocacy and engagement
• Career readiness and professional development

Skills Developed

Students participating in the internship may develop:

• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Leadership and professionalism
• Time management and organization
• Empathy and active listening
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Workplace responsibility and accountability