Join us and make an impact in the Pioneer Valley
We’re tackling tough issues that make a lasting difference and create opportunities for greatness – like graduating college and preparing career-ready teens; helping folks find jobs and keep more of what they earn; enabling access to quality health care; and ensuring everyone has a safe place to call home.
Open Positions
Community Partnership Intern
Organization: United Way of Pioneer Valley
Duration: 3-6 Months
Location: On-site, 1441 Main Street. Springfield, MA 01103
Report to: Chief of Community Engagement
United Way of Pioneer Valley is looking for a Community Partnership Intern to work with the Chief of Community Engagement. The intern will learn about the needs of the community through partnership connection, development and program implementation across valued relationships. The intern will work cross-departmentally to assist in various outreach efforts and build cohesion throughout the Pioneer Valley and bolstering volunteerism and engagement.
Core Responsibilities
- Maintain the VolunteerConnect platform through the UWPV
- Form new partnerships with nonprofit agencies
- Update all volunteerism communications
- Volunteer management and community engagement projects as assigned
- Create a catalogue of volunteer opportunities in area
- Assist in Board level volunteer recruitment and training
- Attend UWPV events
- Represent UWPV in community
Who You Are:
- From the pioneer valley and has a deep commitment to community engagement
- Available to work 10-15 hours per week
- Has reliable transportation to get to and from places in Pioneer Valley
- Comfortable speaking in front of others
- Strong written communication skills
- Knowledge of local community a plus
- Able to be flexible and adaptable, work as a team and individually
- Self starter, detail oriented, observant and you WANT to be busy
Compensation: This is an unpaid internship, however you will gain a plethora of networking connections, resources and assistance in finding a paid job
Contact: Submit cover letter and resume to Alexandra Maggio at amaggio@uwpv.org or reach out for any questions.