Community Organizing Internship

only accepting applicants from New Door Ventures, Unity Council & YEP

Our Community Organizing Internship program integrates vocational training, socio-political education, liberation art, community organizing and healing/personal transformation. COI Interns will act as leaders implementing youth-led efforts in the community that aim to transform trauma, promote healing, transform and prevent violence. In addition to building vocational skills, Interns will lead grassroots organizing efforts which may include leading workshops or healing circles, advocating for demilitarization, healing or transformative justice and hosting community events.

Schedule:

Orientation October 10, 2022
Mondays & Wednesdays 11:30am-2:30ppm
October 10 - April 26

Compensation:

Participants are eligible for paid gigs if additional hours are worked outside of normal internship hours

Qualifications:

Ages 14-21
Strong organization and leadership skills
Ability to work well independently and in collaboration with a team in a dynamic environment
Desire to promote anti-violence in the community
Good, or desire to grow, public speaking skills
At-risk Youth, youth impacted by violence and systems involved youth are highly encouraged to apply

Work Responsibilities:
Development

Build relationships with donors and funders
Support on fundraising activities such as calls, emails, letter, online campaigns, gift shop, etc.

Community Organizing

Table at various school fairs, community events and conferences.
Act as lead youth organizer & representative for BAY-Peace within coalitions

Facilitation

Facilitate classes, programs or workshops
Create/Modify curriculum for classes, programs or workshops