Community Outreach Intern

Community Outreach Intern 

Overview: 

Are you passionate about community engagement and creating lasting change? Join Jackson County Habitat for Humanity as a Community Outreach Intern! This position offers hands-on experience in relationship building, event coordination, and advancing affordable housing solutions. You'll play a vital role in connecting our mission with the broader community, helping to strengthen partnerships and inspire action. 

Responsibilities: 

Assist in planning and executing community events, including volunteer days, workshops, homeownership application information sessions, and advocacy campaigns. 

Develop and maintain relationships with local organizations, schools, businesses, and faith groups to expand our network. 

Help create marketing materials and social media content to promote outreach initiatives. 

Support volunteer recruitment, scheduling, and appreciation efforts. 

Attend outreach events to represent Jackson County Habitat for Humanity, sharing our mission and impact. 

Assist in tracking and analyzing outreach data to measure program success and identify areas for improvement. 

Qualifications: 

Currently pursuing a degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, social work, or a related field. 

Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

Passion for serving others and making a difference in the community. 

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting. 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms; experience with design tools is a plus. 

Availability to work 10-15 hours per week, with some evenings or weekends as needed. 

The takeaway from the internship: 

Hands-on experience in nonprofit community outreach and event coordination. 

Opportunities to network with professionals and organizations in the housing and nonprofit sectors. 

A deeper understanding of affordable housing challenges and solutions in a rapidly growing rural community.  

The chance to contribute meaningfully to a mission-driven organization with a collaborative work environment.  

Join us in building homes, communities, and hope in Jackson County! 

Details: 

This hybrid position is designed for high school seniors and undergraduate students who are passionate about making a difference in their community. The internship expects a commitment of 15 hours per week and will span a full semester. 

Pay: $16.00/hour 

Duration: Full semester 

Eligibility: Open to high school seniors and undergraduate students 

Deadline: Applications must be submitted by midnight on January 31, 2025, to be considered 

To Apply: 

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your interest in the position to [outreach@jacksoncountyhfh.org].