Volunteer Coordinator Intern

The Rescue Mission (TRM) is a Christian non-profit organization that exists to offer God's help, hope, and healing to the most impoverished members of our community. Our goal is to help everyone we work with become a fully contributing member of the community.

All Mission programs and services are based on Christian values and a commitment to quality. Clients are our primary focus, treated with dignity and compassion; relationships are built on love and truth; integrity is never compromised; service is measured for efficiency and effectiveness; and teamwork and trust are basic to our working relationships.

The TRM Volunteer Coordinator Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the Community Engagement Department in furthering the success of a thriving volunteer program. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for assisting in developing volunteer policies and trainings, volunteer acquisition and management, day to day volunteer operations, and performing various research and administrative duties.

• Current undergraduate student preferred
• Business Administration, Non Profit Leadership, Social Work or related major preferred
• Passion for volunteerism and its impact on the success of a nonprofit organization
• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and on a team
• Ability to pass extensive background check

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist the Volunteer Manager in recruitment, retention and appreciation efforts
• Support in the development and enactment of volunteer positions, policies and best practices
• Research and implement new ways of reaching out to potential volunteers; post online recruitment listings, attend volunteer fairs, visit volunteer partner sites, etc.
• Contribute to the design, implementation and assessment of volunteer and TRM trainings
• Interact and build relationships with TRM volunteers and volunteer groups
• Work with TRM’s online database, VolunteerHub
• Attend TRM events and meetings as a support to the Volunteer Manager
• Participate in daily operations and administrative tasks