Outreach & Partnerships Intern, Remote

About the National Violence Prevention Hotline

The National Violence Prevention Hotline (NVPH) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and preventing violence through free, confidential, and compassionate support. We provide crisis intervention, emotional support, safety planning, and resource navigation for individuals affected by violence, while advancing public awareness, education, and prevention initiatives that strengthen communities nationwide.

Position Overview

NVPH is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Outreach & Partnerships Intern to support our efforts to expand awareness, strengthen community relationships, and grow our network of partners. This role will assist with identifying and engaging organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and community groups to increase visibility and access to our services.

The intern will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit outreach, partnership development, and external communications while contributing to initiatives that directly support violence prevention and crisis intervention.

This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in Nonprofit Management, Public Health, Sociology, Social Work, or any related health fields. 

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with researching and identifying potential partner organizations, universities, healthcare providers, and community groups
• Build and maintain outreach tracking lists and contact databases
• Draft and send outreach emails and follow-up communications
• Support coordination of meetings, partnerships, and collaborative initiatives
• Track outreach efforts, responses, and engagement metrics
• Assist with developing and organizing outreach strategies and campaigns
• Collaborate with team members on initiatives to expand NVPH's reach and partnerships

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in Public Health, Sociology, Nonprofit Management, Social Work, or any related health fields.
• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Comfortable with email outreach and professional communication
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Awareness of health inequities and the disproportionate impact of violence on historically underserved communities, with a desire to support equitable prevention efforts.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)

Work Location: Remote (United States)

Time Commitment: Approximately 10–15 hours per week

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship. Academic credit may be available through your college or university.

Our Commitment: The National Violence Prevention Hotline is committed to fostering a respectful, welcoming, and inclusive environment for everyone. We encourage students from all backgrounds, experiences, and academic disciplines who are passionate about our mission to apply.