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Volunteer Research Intern

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Educate. Radiate. Elevate. is looking for enthusiastic volunteer Research Interns with a strong desire to build relationships with the community while forwarding E.R.E’s mission of strengthening the educational achievement of underserved students.

Internships with E.R.E. are a great way to gain experience in social/community services, education, entrepreneurship, marketing, and nonprofit work. Join us in spreading awareness and inspiring interest!

 

Why Volunteer as an Intern?

  • Enjoy a flexible, remote work schedule with a great deal of autonomy
  • Make your resume/CV stand out
  • Obtain real-world experience
  • Help make a difference!

 

About Us:

Educate. Radiate. Elevate. is a nonprofit operating in Illinois and Texas that provides underserved youth with high-quality instruction from experienced tutors who will assist them with academics and test prep as well as essential learning and life skills. Our mission is to minimize the disproportionate learning losses for low-income students of color to provide economic, social, and emotional stability for the youth served, their families, and their community.

 

What you’ll do:

  • Collect and enter contact information for people and organizations in target areas
  • Collect and enter data related to student demographics and scores
  • Carefully maintain logs of volunteer hours and document details of research

 

Potential skills gained:

  • Plan and prioritize
  • Research
  • Data entry
  • Maintain detailed logs

 

Requirements:

  • Comply with all terms and conditions of this Volunteer Ambassador Intern Agreement
  • Dedicate at least 5 hours per week for a minimum of 3 months
  • Support E.R.E.’s social media presence by sharing at least one of our posts weekly on your personal social media
  • Have reliable access to a device with email and WiFi


Benefits:
 

  • Skill Development: Enhance your research, data analysis, and communication skills through hands-on experience.
  • Resume Building: Add valuable experience to your resume, demonstrating your ability to contribute to impactful projects in the non-profit sector.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals and peers in the education and non-profit fields, expanding your professional network.
  • Mentorship: Receive guidance and feedback from experienced researchers and educators, helping you grow professionally and academically.
  • Social Impact: Contribute to meaningful projects that directly improve educational outcomes for underserved communities.
  • Career Exploration: Explore various roles within the non-profit and education sectors, helping you clarify your career goals.
  • Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy flexible hours and remote work options, allowing you to balance your internship with other commitments.
  • Educational Opportunities: Access workshops, seminars, and training sessions to deepen your knowledge in education and research.
  • Letters of Recommendation: Earn strong recommendations from supervisors, which can support future job or academic applications.
  • Recognition and Appreciation: Receive certificates of recognition and public acknowledgment for your contributions to the organization’s mission.

What else should you know?

E.R.E. promotes from within! After 3 months, there is potential to be promoted to other positions including: Data Analyst, Translator, IT Support, Grant Writer/Reviewer, Marketing Intern, Website Editor, Bookkeeper, Committee Member, and Manager. After 6 months, there is potential to be promoted to a paid position.


Apply here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffYCseRkGPJr0DN1c9qb7fNSTPjZF_MXvlcaXPSepSfzKOBw/viewform

NOTE:
Check with your school's Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting the hiring offer to determine if this position satisfies the criteria for receiving academic credit.