Professional Development Intern

🇺🇸Bronx, New York$18–$22/hri4d ago

Corporate Human Resources Workforce Development Talent Development Learning And Development HR Operations Nonprofit Training

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Summary

This is an unpaid volunteer internship with Per Scholas, a nonprofit focused on tech workforce development and equity. The intern will support professional development programs while gaining experience in the nonprofit, education, and DEI sectors.

Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with and observe PD staff during classes and student meetings, assist with program facilitation, and support DEI and learning & development initiatives. The role involves administrative tasks and helping to deliver workforce development programming.

Skills & Tools: Strong communication and organizational skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database management systems (Salesforce/GSuite), and familiarity with communication platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Knowledge of resume writing, workforce development, and DEI programs is preferred.

Qualifications: Must be an enrolled undergraduate junior or senior pursuing a degree in educational counseling, HR/DEI, Learning & Development, or related field. Applicants should demonstrate strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to commit at least 10 hours per week for 8-10 weeks, with availability for campus visits twice weekly.

Location: Bronx, New York, United States (on-campus, 2 days per week required)

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation for this role is $0/year (unpaid internship). For comparable paid professional development or HR internships in Bronx, NY, typical compensation ranges $18,000 – $24,000/year based on title, seniority, and location.

Job Description

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA

Job Title: Professional Development Intern
Job Location: Bronx, NY

Per Scholas PD Program Internship Opportunity:
Per Scholas New York Board, staff, and volunteers believe a thriving workforce starts with equitable access to education. We provide skills, training, and access to employer networks and individuals often excluded from tech careers. Per Scholas envisions a technology workforce as diverse as the customers it serves. We periodically are looking for Professional Development student interns to join us, as volunteers or as part of a school-funded arrangement. This is an unpaid internship.

Qualifications and Preferred Skills:
Per Scholas, New York seeks a motivated undergraduate college junior or senior for volunteer unpaid internships. The intern(s) will be expected to work at least 10 hours per week for at least eight to ten weeks. We welcome candidates who are flexible, energetic, interested in working in the nonprofit sector, and have a positive attitude.
● Candidates should be pursuing and enrolled in a BS/BA college program with a major
in educational counseling, HR/ DEI related, Learning & Development program, and/ or in another related discipline.
● Demonstrates a strong work ethic and is an energetic, motivated, detail-oriented team player who takes initiative and possesses strong communication skills.
● Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce/ database management programs, and/ or GSuiteis strongly preferred.
● Familiarity with various communications platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams or other similar programs.
● Chosen applicants must be able to be on Campus two times a week.

Nice to have:
● Knowledge of resume and cover letter writing, workforce development programs, and technical instruction is a plus.
● Previous experience in assisting the facilitation of DEI, L&D, HR, Communications, and/or related programs is helpful.

Internships Duties and Tasks:
● Collaborate with and observe PD staff members in class or during 1:1 meetings with
students to learn more about the nonprofit and educational DEI and tech sectors. (As applicable.)
● Participate in Per Scholas PD staff meetings, workshops, career forums, and/or events virtually or in person.
● Conduct and assist with processing data in Salesforce, updating learner documents, notes, and completing general administrative tasks as needed
● Assist in planning special events and other occasional projects

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QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application!

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