Palm Beach County Police Athletic League Internship
PAL Internship Programs
The Palm Beach County Police Athletic League (PAL) is a 501(c)3 non-profit youth enrichment program that relies on educational and recreational activities to cement a bond and create trust and understanding between law enforcement and youth while we encourage, enhance and develop good citizenship and improve the quality of life in Palm Beach County.
PAL provides Internship opportunities to college students that are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited 4 year program.
Areas of concentration include:
Youth Center Management & Youth Engagement
Education/Tutoring/Mentoring
Recreation/Sports/Coaching
Grant Writing
Office, Administration, Special Events & Fundraising Management
Social and Digital Media and Marketing
Responsibilities may include:
- Assist with planning, organizing, and supervising youth programs and activities.
- Support after-school programs, camps, sports leagues, mentoring initiatives, and special events.
- Help with participant check-in, attendance tracking, and program documentation.
- Provide positive mentorship and serve as a role model for youth participants.
- Assist with event setup, breakdown, and logistical support.
- Support community outreach efforts and partnership activities.
- Assist with social media content, marketing materials, and program promotion, as appropriate.
- Complete administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and organizing program materials.
- Observe and learn nonprofit management, youth development, and community policing strategies.
- Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as assigned.
- Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with all PAL policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties related to youth programming and organizational operations as assigned.
Learning Outcomes:
Through this internship, students will develop skills in:
- Leadership and communication
- Youth engagement and mentoring
- Program planning and event coordination
- Teamwork and professional workplace conduct
- Community relations and nonprofit operations
- Problem-solving and organizational skills
Internships are available through PAL Summer of 2027. All internships are paid at $15 per hour and cannot exceed 12 weeks.
Flexible schedules are available and will be arranged prior to the start of the internship. Hours will typically fall between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
PAL Locations
Palm Beach Gardens
Lake Worth Beach
Lantana
West Palm Beach
All interns must complete a PAL Internship Application and successfully complete a background check through the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.