Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary:
Volunteer Engagement Intern (Summer & Fall 2025, Spring 2026)
Are you organized, creative, and enthusiastic about community engagement and
social impact? Consider applying for our Volunteer Engagement Internship! Working
closely with our Volunteer and Development Manager, this role will help support and
grow our vibrant volunteer program. This internship is ideal for a student who is
motivated, passionate, and seeking hands-on experience in the nonprofit sector.
This internship is part time and unpaid but will fulfill practicum requirements for many
major programs. The internship supervisor is Certified in Volunteer Administration, an
internationally recognized professional certification in the field of volunteer resources
management.
Summary: As a Volunteer Engagement Intern, you will help create engaging and accessible
communications and resources for both new and existing volunteers, assist with
onboarding and scheduling, and ensure that volunteer data records are accurate and up to
date. In addition, you will play an active role in recruiting and coordinating volunteer groups
from local schools, businesses, and community organizations. Youll also support the
planning and execution of volunteer activities and appreciation events.
This internship will take place primarily at Safe Harbor offices/facilities with flexibility for
completing certain projects remotely. There may be occasional travel required to
community partner offices.
Professional development, mentoring, and ongoing education opportunities may also be
available.
Reports To: Volunteer and Development Manager
Job Responsibilities
Communications & Documentation
Create and update email templates for volunteer onboarding, activities, and
scheduling
Collaborate with Volunteer and Development Manager to plan, create, and send
monthly volunteer newsletters
Keep volunteer records, activity hours, and opportunities up to date
Assist Volunteer and Development Manager in generating monthly volunteer
statistic reports
Recruitment & Onboarding
Assist with volunteer recruitment efforts which may include attending tabling
events, creating and distributing informational resources, contacting potential
community partners, and facilitating volunteer opportunity presentations
Research, create, and update volunteer onboarding resources and presentations as
needed
Assist with volunteer onboarding communication, documentation, and tracking
Activities & Retention
Welcome and assist volunteer groups during service projects at Safe Harbor
facilities
Collaborate with Volunteer and Development Manager to plan and implement
ongoing projects and service opportunities for current volunteers
Collaborate with Volunteer and Development Manager to plan and implement
volunteer appreciation communications and events
Essential Qualifications
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written; public speaking experience
a plus
Ability to relate to others in a friendly, supportive, and non-judgmental manner
Self-motivated with ability to work and prioritize various tasks independently
Enjoys working collaboratively with others in group settings
Well organized with ability to lead a group in a project
Adept at problem solving in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours
Comfortable working in Microsoft OEice Suite (Word, Excel) and learning to navigate
volunteer management software (Bloomerang Volunteer); PowerPoint and/or Canva
experience a plus
Possession of a valid Drivers License and/or reliable transportation for internship related
travel