Code Grow: Neighborhood - Summer Internship

Mission
The DPL Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Non Profit founded in 1942 with a mission to empower individuals and communities through the promotion of literacy by providing access to educational resources and opportunities.

Job Description
The DPL Foundation is seeking a highly organized, proactive and community engaged individual to join our team and help lead a Summer Program called Code: Grow Neighborhood for youth ages 5-13. The Summer Programming Intern will be responsible for leading tech focused gardening courses for youth at two separate garden sites on Detroit’s east side on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from June - August A week of instructor training orientation will take place June and the Program will begin for students after orientation. This position reports directly to the Director of Code:Grow. 

The goal of the Code: Grow Neighborhood program is to create a foundation in digital literacy and computational thinking by using code to support their gardens. We teach introductory physical and computational programming skills using Microsoft's Make Code microbit lessons. Free weekly sessions take place in Detroit garden spaces where students will help plant and tend to gardens, all while completing tech based experiments to create building blocks for digital literacy through youth specific computer code on their microbits.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead youth tech and garden sessions three days a week. Tuesday and Thursdays at Belle Isle Nature Center and Wednesdays at the Eastside Garden site.
• Responsible for setting up the program in advance of student arrival so that instruction can begin and end on time.
• In charge of clean up after the program and proper storage of materials for the next program day.
• Create a safe educational environment for youth to learn and have fun. Monitor activities of participants to ensure safety while they are on site.
• Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Be a kind, professional point of contact for parents and youth participating in the program. Connect with the general public and program partners regarding general organization inquires, programs, or events.
• Coordinate the logistics for supplies, program partners and facilities for programs
• Help organize the end of the season garden party/celebration of learning.
• This is NOT a remote position, and requires in person availability.

Who You Are

A  Skilled and Insightful Relationship Builder: You thrive on connecting with others and building strong, authentic relationships. Comfortable collaborating across age groups, industries, and backgrounds, you enjoy discovering what drives individuals, understanding their challenges, and linking them to the tools and support they need to grow and succeed.

A Solid Communicator: You have great oral and written communication skills. You can craft high-quality presentations and explain complex concepts in a clear and relatable manner, using your intellect and intuition.

An Inventive and Abundant Thinker: You believe that we are living in a world of abundant resources and that the right team of partners can make improbable things happen. You possess a positive, expansive attitude and can identify creative solutions to obstacles. You are curious and are able to work with shifting priorities, able to juggle many important responsibilities at once, while being rigorous about prioritizing.

A Collaborative Leader: You recognize that a well-prepared and supported community can achieve far more than a single, highly talented individual. You truly believe in our organizational value of shared leadership, and that anyone can have the capacity to participate in transformative change.

A Lover of Learning: You are knowledgeable about digital literacy and various methods of learning and are passionate about cultivating a community of lifelong learners.

What You’ll Need (Required):

• High school diploma or working towards a high school diploma with appropriate work permit and experience working in a professional setting.
• Experience working with youth, and interacting with community organizations.
• Some experience with coding language such as Scratch or Python is preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, email, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in using and navigating Google Workspace applications and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge or interest in organic gardening/farming/food sovereignty.
• Passion for learning new skills and ability to adapt and be flexible.
• Red Cross Safety Certification (not required but needs to complete before program begins)
• Reliable transportation to and from work sites.

Compensation + Benefits

• Hourly rate of $18/hr

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by law. We comply with all applicable federal EEO laws.

The DPL Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. The DPL Foundation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please email us at peopleops@dplfound.org.

 

At this time, The DPL Foundation will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.