Non-Profit Operations Intern

Overview:

As a Non-Profit Operations Intern, you will play a vital role in supporting our organization’s mission and day-to-day functions. This internship offers hands-on experience in non-profit management, including administrative support, event planning, volunteer engagement, and communications. You’ll work closely with our team on projects that directly impact the community. This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in careers in the non-profit or government sectors.

The World Affairs Council of St. Louis is always seeking interns to assist with the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) & other Council programs. Undergraduate or graduate students may earn academic credit relevant to their field of study. Internships are unpaid.

Interns are expected to contribute an average of 15 or more hours per week, depending on academic credit requirements. This unpaid internship is open to undergraduate and graduate students who may be eligible to receive academic credit from their universities.

Successful candidates must demonstrate:

• Strong English communication and interpersonal skills
• Time management, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Cross-cultural competence and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A willingness to learn new skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office and/or Google Docs is highly preferred

Interns will use their own devices and internet to perform tasks and will support both programmatic and administrative functions of the Council.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with general office tasks: filing, data entry, document organization
• Support event planning for fundraisers, community outreach, and volunteer activities
• Conduct research on grants, community needs, and nonprofit best practices
• Draft and edit newsletters, social media posts, and promotional materials
• Assist with basic bookkeeping, donation tracking, and budget prep
• Help recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers for events and programs
• Maintain donor and volunteer databases with accurate records
• Collaborate on program delivery and assist in gathering feedback
• Attend staff meetings, take notes, and support report and presentation creation
• Respond to inquiries from donors, volunteers, and community members

Interns will gain valuable professional experience and exposure through a variety of tasks and learning opportunities, including:

• Enhanced office and technical skills, including word processing and database software
• Sharpened interpersonal and communication skills in a professional setting
• Hands-on experience with social media tools and strategies
• Exposure to international visitors and engagement with global professionals
• Access to U.S. State Department communications, including updates on events, internships, and career opportunities
• Increased knowledge of international diplomacy and Department of State initiatives
• Practical event planning experience, from logistics to execution
• Insight into the operations of a nonprofit organization and its role in international engagement