Volunteer Internship Program

Our Volunteer Internship Program enables young people looking to make a difference by matching them with community-based remote internships. This program is the perfect fit for those who want to gain professional experience while also supporting community organizations and initiatives.

Program Overview

Check out some quick facts about the program!

Start Dates:
- Each "term" will start the second Monday of each month. Upcoming start dates are December 1st (amended start date for holidays), January 11th, and February 8th!
Internship Length/Hours:
- Each term is 8 weeks long and each intern is expected to work 6 to 8 hours per week.
  - Hours can be completed outside of school hours!
Age Requirements:
- Internships are available for high school (all grades) and college students
Program Fees:
- High school students: $485 per term; College: $395 per term
  - Includes: internship placement interviewing and matching, weekly orientation, reflections, workshops with other intern participants, certification of hours completed, and a donation to your host community organization

Here's How To Get Started!

Click Here to Apply!

Internship Focus Areas

Environmental Sustainability

As our world faces the effects of climate change, organizations dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability become more and more crucial. This focus area is perfect for interns excited to support sustainable efforts.

Housing and Homelessness

Housing accessibility remains a huge concern for many cities across the United States. These internships are well-suited for those who wish to support organizations keeping people secure in their homes.

Education

Are you passionate about supporting our young people? This project works to help those organizations dedicated to providing safe spaces that promote learning and development for underserved children and teens.

Neighborhood Revitalization

Each and every community faces its own unique issues, whether it be support for public infrastructure, food accessibility, or something else. These internships are ideal for volunteers who want to support working-class communities in any way they can.

Internship Dates, Hours, and Pricing

Terms are offered throughout the year!

Terms last 8 weeks and typically begin on the second Monday of each month. See below for specific start dates!

Semester Start Dates

Winter Semester Start Dates

December 1st

January 11th

February 8th

Summer Semester Start Dates

June 14th

July 12th

August 9th

Spring Semester Start Dates

March 8th

April 12th

May 10th

Fall Semester Start Dates

September 13th

October 11th

November 8th

Hourly Requirements

Interns are required to work a minimum of 6-8 hours per week. We fit within your school schedule! Interns are able to create their schedule based on their availability and commitments.

Pricing Based on School Level

High School Students

$485 per Term

College/University Students

$395 per Term

Now You're Ready to Apply!

Our Services

We manage all logistics to provide a full turn-key experience.

Best Placement Identification

Reflection

Orientation & Workshops

Certification

Monitoring and Evaluation

Basic Program Information

Our internships are perfect for both high-schoolers and university students! Check out more information below:

Required Next Steps
- Fill out the application form
- Receive more information about the program and reach out to us with any questions you might have
- Fill out the registration form
- Sign NWV waiver and pay $100 deposit
  - This deposit is applied towards your full program fee
- Pay full program fees 7 days before your program start date

Required Hours:
- Summer Term:
  - Minimum of 8 hours per week - 8 weeks per term
- Fall, Winter, Spring Terms:
  - Minimum of 6 hours per week - 8 weeks per term

Required GPA: Minimum 3.0 or greater

Specific Requirements for Remote/Virtual Opportunities:
- Access to internet
- Telephone
- Laptop/desktop computer

Let's get started! Just click the button below and fill out our easy application!

Volunteer Internship Program Application

"It was a really cool experience, especially to have over the summer. I got introduced to the versatility of business and how there are so many different components to the organization of a company. I also came to further appreciate the work that goes into non-profit organizations and their impact on their clients."

- Liz

Past Project Examples

Social Media Management

Website Development

Conducting Community Outreach

Administrative Support

Community-Based Research for Policy Recommendations

Conducting Workshops for Students

Benefits & Resources

Improve character and value systems

Improve the understanding of important social issues

Create communal connections and learn about new places

Improves social skills and understanding

Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Gain hands-on experience

Impact to Date

Volunteer groups worked with Clipboard icon

$10.5M

Total philanthropic impact

100+

Community partners supported

431,743

Volunteer hours completed

46,001

Volunteers worked with

204

Volunteer groups worked with

OUR MISSION & IMPACT