Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower the special abilities of people with IDD by helping them form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve public speaking, self-advocacy, and communication skills, and feel valued by society.
Job Title:Summer Intern
Department:State Operations and Programs
Reports to:Programs Supervisor
# of direct reports: 0
Salary Range:unpaid
Hours: 15-20 per week
Position Overview:
The Intern will work with the Best Buddies Programs Team to engage our volunteers, community and participants involved in our programs (Citizens, school chapters, Ambassadors, etc). They will be expected to assist in furtheringour efforts to expand our programs to new schools and communities.The goal of this role is to assist in delivery of quality Best Buddies school and community programs.
Job Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in college or 2 years’ experience working in nonprofit or relevant field
Comfortable engaging with people with IDD
Impeccable oral and written communication skills
Experience with major social media platforms including Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok
Basic project and time management skills
Exhibit strong initiative, drive for results, and self-assessment skills
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
Must be comfortable working with youth and adults
Available to work 10-15 hours per weekduring business hours. Evening and weekend hours may be required.
Available to participate in-person in trainings and meetings.
Job Dutiesinclude, but are not limited to:
Programs
Assist in developing and executing events including engagement opportunities for student leaders to build camaraderie and share resources; and youth and adult ambassador social events
Assist in new school recruitment
Assist in managing state friendship program Salesforce database
Assist in planning Fall semester events calendar; prep materials
Assist with revamp of expansion materials (i.e. welcome packet, info materials, etc.)
Work with PMs to create Student Advisory Board plan for upcoming school year; help market Student Advisory Board to chapter leaders
Collaborate with Jobs team to learn more about supported employment and opportunities after high school; collaborate on the Lifecycle of Best Buddies initiative
Asist in planning community events and engagements for participants
Development
Research and assist in writing micro-grants or soliciting donations
Best Buddies® is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International’s core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.
Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.
