Thank you for your interest in an internship opportunity with the YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley. All current opportunities will be listed on this page. For more information, please contact Ally Johnson at 865-523-6126.

Victim Advocacy Program: Childcare Support Group

Department: Victim Advocacy Program

Position: Support Groups Childcare Intern (unpaid)

Term: Opportunity available year-round

Commitment: 3-6 hours per week

Qualifications:

• High interest in helping youth

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Community/Organization focus

• Interest in youth wellness and education

Position Requirements:

• Assist with childcare of support group clients’ youth

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Available to assist a minimum of two support group sessions per week

Supervised by: Support Group Victim Advocate and Community Engagement Manager, Ally Johnson

Additional Information: Must pass a background check and be formally hired by HR.

Development Intern

Department: Development and Special Events

Position: Development Intern (unpaid)

Term: Fall, Spring, and Summer internship opportunities available

Commitment: 6-10 hours per week

Qualifications:

• Major in Public Relations, Communications, Business, Social Work, or related field preferred

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Must have excellent computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Word and Excel, and an ability and willingness to learn how to use donor management software

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

• Must have strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills

• Must be able to handle confidential information in an ethical manner, ensuring donor privacy

• Passion for nonprofits is a plus!

Position Requirements:

• Assist in management of system for donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship

• Support development team in special event execution, including planning, development, and day-of logistics

• Maintain updated event and sponsorship opportunities on YWCA website

Supervised by: Director of Development, Rachel Haverkamp

Additional Information: Flexible scheduling available M-F between normal business hours. Must pass a background check and be formally hired by HR.

ReCAb (Reducing Chronic Absenteeism) Support Intern

Department: Phyllis Wheatley Center

Position: ReCAb Intern (unpaid)

Term: August-May preferred, Summer also available

Commitment: 3-10 hours per week

Qualifications:

• High interest in helping develop youth

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Community/organization focus

Position Requirements:

• Assist with after-school program tutoring in Math and English for middle and high school youth

• Help with monthly data collection and tracking.

• Research and help develop program best practices and strategies for reduction of chronic absenteeism.

• Able to work in a fast paced environment and with a diverse group. Be fair and impartial to all students.

Supervised by: Director of Phyllis Wheatley Center, Kathy Mack

Additional Information: Must pass a background check and be formally hired by HR.

Phyllis Wheatley Center Youth Counselor Intern

Department: Phyllis Wheatley Center

Position: Youth Counselor Intern (unpaid)

Term: August-May preferred, Summer also available

Commitment: 3-10 hours per week

Qualifications:

• High interest in helping develop youth

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Community/organization focus

Position Requirements:

• Assist with after-school program tutoring in Math and English for middle and high school youth

• Help with monthly data collection and tracking.

• Create innovative lesson plans for after-school enrichment. Research and help develop program best practices and strategies for extended learning.

• Able to work in a fast paced environment and with a diverse group. Be fair and impartial to all students.

Supervised by: Director of Phyllis Wheatley Center, Kathy Mack

Additional Information: Must pass a background check and be formally hired by HR.