Volunteer Outreach Internship

Volunteer Outreach Internship 

The Volunteer Outreach Intern serves as a representative of YAI within the community, supporting the charge in recruiting and onboarding volunteers and executing community engagement initiatives. 

Responsibilities  

• Serve as a representative of YAI in the community by communicating the organization’s mission, vision, and volunteer opportunities across the regions YAI supports. 

• Support the recruitment, screening, and onboarding processes for new volunteers. 

• Coordinate and execute volunteer events and initiatives for individuals, groups, and corporate partners, acting as a liaison to ensure meaningful and well-supported volunteer experiences. 

• Assist with the creation of monthly Volunteer Newsletters, social media content, and volunteer appreciation initiatives. 

• Maintain accurate volunteer records and manage data in Salesforce. 

• Provide occasional support to YAI’s HR Department by taking on additional meaningful projects as needed. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Currently enrolled in a college, university, or certificate program* 

• Undergraduate or graduate level student preferred 

• Stellar organizational skills 

• Passion for helping others and an interest in intellectual and developmental disabilities 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

• Creativity and flexibility in working on various projects 

• Ability to work autonomously and complete projects independently, collaboratively, and cross departmentally 

• Can quickly learn new technology systems like Salesforce, and have a high level of comfort with Microsoft Office and Google Apps 

• Interest in exploring the non-profit sector 

*This is an unpaid internship opportunity that is only open to current students. The internship may be able to satisfy college credit if approved by the student's school