Little Italy Foundation Internship

Little Italy Foundation Internship Program

Locations: Midwest (Remote)

Help Shape the Future of Italian-American Communities

The Little Italy Foundation is seeking passionate, motivated interns who want to make a meaningful impact while gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit leadership, community development, research, business strategy, and cultural preservation.

This is not your typical internship. You'll work alongside community leaders, business owners, historians, nonprofit organizations, and government partners to help build initiatives that preserve Italian-American heritage while creating vibrant neighborhoods for future generations.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct in-depth research on Italian-American history, neighborhoods, partnerships, and community development opportunities.
• Build relationships with nonprofit organizations, business owners, elected officials, schools, cultural organizations, and community leaders throughout the Midwest and New York.
• Assist in developing strategic initiatives that strengthen communication between Little Italy in the Midwest
• Assist with marketing, branding, storytelling, and social media campaigns.
• Think creatively and contribute fresh ideas that help move projects forward.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Passionate about nonprofit work and community impact.
• Business-minded and interested in sustainable growth.
• Naturally curious and enjoys deep-dive research.
• Comfortable reaching out to new people and building meaningful relationships.
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects.
• A quick learner who enjoys solving problems.
• Creative, innovative, and willing to think outside the box.
• Professional with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable using technology, social media, and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Excited to work both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Italian or Italian-American heritage, or a genuine interest in learning about Italian-American history and culture.
• Interest in nonprofit management, business, marketing, communications, public relations, history, political science, event management, urban planning, or community development.
• Experience in leadership roles, volunteer organizations, student organizations, or community service is a plus—but not required.

What You'll Gain:

• Hands-on nonprofit leadership experience.
• Networking opportunities with community leaders and professionals across multiple states.
• Experience in research and marketing.
• Professional mentorship.
• The opportunity to help preserve and strengthen Italian-American communities for generations to come.
• A portfolio of meaningful projects with measurable impact.

Who Thrives Here:

We're looking for people who don't wait to be told what to do. You ask questions. You seek solutions. You build relationships. You take initiative. You care about making a lasting difference and understand that preserving culture isn't just about honoring the past—it's about creating a stronger future.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear your story.