Student Advocate Intern

Student Advocate Intern The Student Advocate Intern supports teens' academic and personal success through weekly mentorship and meaningful outdoor education experiences. Serving in both direct service and administrative capacities, the Student Advocate Intern models the standards of EWoW's mentorship program and serves in a leadership role during Outdoor Course Days, helping create safe, engaging, and transformative experiences for youth. This is more than a Internship — it's an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people while developing your own leadership skills.

You'll support youth as they navigate academic, personal, and social challenges, help strengthen the community by empowering young people, and encourage teens to discover their strengths, set meaningful goals, and build skills that contribute to long-term success. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about youth development, enjoy building authentic relationships, and want to contribute to meaningful and lasting change in their community.

What you'll do Mentorship - Help teens achieve academic and personal goals. Facilitate weekly sessions with up to three students and/or their parents. Utilize interventions to help students overcome challenges and barriers.

Provide supportive counseling and academic assistance. Maintain confidential progress notes and documentation. -Collaborate with community professionals to ensure continuity of care. Participate in weekly office hours, clinical supervision, and team meetings.

Outdoor

Education - Participate in pre-trip and post-trip briefings. Maintain the physical and emotional safety of students while serving as a positive role model. Support the creation of safe, fun, and engaging outdoor education experiences. Facilitate lessons, activities, and group discussions.

About you - Experience in youth development, education, mentoring, and advocacy. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work effectively in both office and field-based environments.

Compensation - Gas stipend provided. Support the delivery of culturally responsive programming that addresses the unique needs of diverse communities. Use Microsoft Office tools to document student progress, prepare reports, and communicate effectively with team members.

Engage in outreach efforts to connect with youth from underserved communities, ensuring they have access to available resources and opportunities.

Qualifications Experience working with children or youth in educational, social work, or community settings. Knowledge of special education practices, adolescent development, and behavioral health principles. Strong written communication skills for report writing and client documentation.

Ability to work effectively with culturally diverse populations and families from various backgrounds. Bilingual skills are highly desirable to serve multilingual communities effectively. Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Prior experience in youth programs or mentoring initiatives is preferred. Demonstrated commitment to supporting high-risk populations through case management or social work approaches. Excellent conflict management skills combined with a positive attitude toward youth engagement.

Join us as a Student Advocate Intern to help shape brighter futures for young people while gaining valuable experience in youth development, social work, and community outreach! Pay: $20.00 - $50.00 per month Benefits: Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wilmington, NC 28412