Community Engagement Intern

Role: Community Engagement Intern 

If you’re interested in the role described, please apply using the provided link to be considered: https://form.jotform.com/253466661484163

Organization Overview 

Girls Inc. inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Our comprehensive approach to whole girl development equips girls to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers and grow up healthy, educated, and independent. These positive outcomes are achieved through three core elements: people - trained staff and volunteers who build lasting, mentoring relationships; environment, physically and emotionally safe, where there is a sisterhood of support, high expectations, and mutual respect; and programming - research-based, hands-on and minds-on, age-appropriate, meeting the needs of today’s girls.  

Role Description: Girls Inc. of Chicago is seeking a dynamic Community Engagement Intern between the ages of 16-24 years old who will work closely with the Director of the Community Engagement Department to support the organization’s outreach, partnership-building, and community initiatives. This role offers hands-on experience in event planning, communications, and program support, while providing valuable insight into strategic community engagement efforts. The intern will assist the Director in coordinating activities, managing relationships with stakeholders, and advancing the organization’s mission within the community. 

Responsibilities: 

Assist in planning and coordinating community events and outreach activities. 

Support the development and distribution of promotional materials (this may include Community Engagement newsletter info and flyers) for programs and events. 

Help maintain and update contact lists and community databases. 

Attend meetings with the Community Engagement Department, community partners, and stakeholders. (Take notes and prepare summaries.) 

Conduct research on community needs, trends, and partnership opportunities. 

Respond to inquiries from community members and provide information about programs and services. 

Gather feedback from participants and help evaluate engagement efforts.  

Prepare reports and summaries of engagement activities for the Director. 

Perform administrative tasks to support the Director and the Community Engagement team. 

Qualifications: 

Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a related discipline 

Great written and verbal communication skills. 

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). 

Ability to handle confidential information with a high level of discretion. 

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. 

Flexibility, initiative, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and follow-through.