Community Engagement Intern

Community Engagement Intern 

Job Type: Internship (unpaid)

Status: Part-time, 10-12 hours per week (or more if desired)

Hours: Must have some availability Monday-Thursday, preferably 9am-1pm

Location: In person position based in Detroit, MI

Department: Community Engagement

Reports to: Community Engagement Manager

Dates: Summer 2025

Brilliant Detroit Overview 

In 2016 Brilliant Detroit was created to provide a radically new approach to kindergarten readiness in neighborhoods. The idea was to create a unique delivery model in our approach to early childhood development by using underutilized housing stock to create early child and family centers in neighborhoods. Brilliant Detroit homes provide holistic services for kids 0-8 predicated on evidence-based programs around health, family support, and education. Brilliant Detroit was born to create kid success neighborhoods. Today, in each location, neighbors come together for fellowship, activities and learning to assure school readiness, and provide needed support for families.

Internship Description

The Brilliant Detroit Community Engagement Intern will provide support for educational programming and events at one of our Brilliant Detroit locations.  The Community Engagement Intern will gain valuable experience in the fields of outreach and engagement, community organizing, data management, communications, event and program facilitation, scheduling and logistical coordination, nonprofit management, and more.  Working at Brilliant Detroit will offer the intern the opportunity to work in a small, evolving non-profit organization. 

Activities and Responsibilities: 

Community Engagement & Outreach:

• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of our Summer Camp programming for youth K-3rd grade.
• Support Community Engagement staff with in person or virtual outreach efforts.
• Assist with digital engagement to reach a broader audience.
• Capture and input key performance indicators into our database for current or future grant funding and compliance.
• Assist with new participant intakes and help maintain up-to-date family engagement records.
• Plan, promote, and help facilitate community programs and events (virtual and in-person).
• Provide logistical support, including setup, breakdown, and material distribution at events or programs (requires lifting up to 30 lbs).

Administrative & Program Support:

• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to enhance engagement strategies.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and meeting minutes.
• Conduct research to improve community engagement strategies and program effectiveness.
• Conduct short surveys and/or interviews to assess program impact and participant outcomes.
• Collaborate with Brilliant Detroit staff, partners, and vendors to meet organizational needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Reliable transportation required.
• Comfortable interacting with diverse communities, families, and young children.
• May require lifting and/or moving boxes and materials up to 30 lbs. 
• Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently. 
• Excellent customer service skills and interacts with staff, vendors, volunteers, and participants in a warm and friendly manner.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Can prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to support reports, transcribe minutes from meetings, create presentations, and conduct research as requested.
• Comfortable using Google Suite, Zoom, and other virtual platforms preferred.
• Experience working with families and young children is preferred.
• Proficiency in English required; Spanish and/or Arabic language skills a plus.
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What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in community organizing, data management, and nonprofit operations.
• Opportunities to work directly with families, community members, and nonprofit leaders.
• Skills in database management, outreach coordination, event facilitation, and program evaluation.
• A deeper understanding of community impact and engagement strategies.
• Professional development through staff mentorship and training opportunities.