About the position
The Internship Program at the Bloomington-Normal YMCA is intended to give interns an opportunity for a well-rounded experience in non-profit administration and operations. It is our desire to introduce interns to a number of different departments and experience a variety of functions that occur in our organization. Our goal is to have interns take accountability for completing at least one large project during their time with the YMCA. Interns will have the opportunity to take part in weekly leadership meetings as well as meetings with the operations team. Bloomington-Normal YMCA internships are unpaid. Available work outside of the internship program in identified operating areas may be compensated but is not guaranteed (For example, if an intern serves as the site supervisor for a youth sports program on a Saturday by substituting for a normal site supervisor). Internship standard workdays are from 8am-4pm. Variations in the work day may be required for the full extent of the internship experience and because of programming needs. Internships are provided for both undergraduate and graduate students, as needed by their degree program. The Chief Operating Officer is the primary supervisor of the internship program with the Bloomington-Normal YMCA.
Responsibilities
- Participate in discussions and experiences related to the day-to-day operations of the organization.
- Assist in internal and external communications and create some of this communication.
- Learn about financial processes necessary to run a multi-million dollar organization.
- Help close out a month’s financials and perform payroll functions.
- Assist in the onboarding process for new employees.
- Support the Senior Director of Marketing and Brand Management in fundraising and marketing tasks.
- Work with the Senior Director of Membership Experience to support members and handle complaints.
- Collaborate with program directors on program development, scheduling, and implementation.
Requirements
- Current enrollment in an accredited university with a degree field requiring internship hours for completion.
- A high school diploma or GED.
- Ability to effectively work/interact with diverse populations.
- Computer literacy including knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook, and database management.
- Time management efficiency.
- Ability to obtain certification in CPR/AED and First Aid.
- Ability to obtain certification in Mandated Reporting by the Department of Family and Child Service.
Benefits
- Unpaid internship with potential for compensated work in identified operating areas.
- Opportunity to gain experience in various departments of a non-profit organization.
- Training and certifications provided by the YMCA.
