Policy and Compliance Intern (unpaid)

Position Summary:  We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Policy and Procedure Intern to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring that our organization operates efficiently and consistently across all departments. The intern will be responsible for identifying, indexing, consolidating, and documenting all existing policies and procedures into a comprehensive manual. Additionally, the intern will establish a review cycle to ensure that policies and procedures remain up-to-date and effective. 

One-on-one training with follow-up access to the Compliance Manager will be conducted.

This is an unpaid Internship

This is an ongoing position

Responsibilities:

• Policy and Procedure Identification: Work with department heads and staff to identify all existing policies and procedures across the organization.
• Indexing: Create a detailed index of all identified policies and procedures, categorizing them by department and function.
• Consolidation: Analyze and consolidate policies and procedures where there is overlap or redundancy to streamline organizational practices.
• Documentation: Develop a comprehensive policy and procedure manual that is clear, accessible, and easy to navigate.
• Review Cycle Creation: Establish a systematic review cycle for the policy and procedure manual to ensure regular updates and revisions.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments to gather feedback and ensure that the manual meets the needs of all stakeholders.
• Training and Support: Assist in training staff on the new policy and procedure manual and provide ongoing support as needed.

Education:

• To qualify for an internship the applicant must be enrolled in or recently graduated from an academic program.
• All Interns must interview with all individual(s) who will provide assignment of internship tasks and internship supervision.
• Interns must pass all background checks that would be required of an employee performing the same or similar tasks or working with the same population.
• Working toward completing a college degree in a related field such as Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Pre-Law, or Compliance Management.

Experience: 

• Must be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to communicate professionally with staff, volunteers, and community members.
• Self-motivated.
• Good organizational skills.
• Detail oriented.

JFS EEO Statement: JFS is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. JFS does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. 

COVID-19 considerations:

Completion of the primary COVID-19 vaccination series (per CDC guidance) is required prior to the start of employment.

Agency Overview:

JFS is a nonprofit human services organization that serves anyone in need, regardless of their circumstances or religious beliefs.

We believe in a shared responsibility to support impactful changes throughout our community.

Founded 154 years ago, we offer more than 30 programs and services, including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, disability services, and farming. JFS takes a holistic approach, assessing the various needs of the individual or family and providing the appropriate services, all from one organization.

We continuously evaluate the evolving challenges of our community and adapt or develop programs that respond to the resulting needs.