Internship Opportunity
Elementary Program Intern
York, IL
Division:
Outreach York
Outreach York is a multi-purpose community resource center serving Villa Park residents. Programs include after-school and summer programs for children and youth in 1st – 8th grades, supportive wrap-around services for program families, and community organizing.
Program:
Elementary After-School Program
The after-school program for students in 1st-5th grades offers educational support, social and recreational activities, and field trips. During the school year, services are offered each day after school, and students are provided homework assistance, social-emotional learning, and recreation.
Learning Opportunities:
The intern will work consistently alongside program staff in the program’s daily activities. Responsibilities include providing homework assistance (small group and 1-1), developing relationships with program participants, assisting with implementation of life skills and other extracurriculars (Art, STEM, etc.), and attending staff meetings. The intern will receive exposure to various aspects of the after-school programming that support the academic and social-emotional learning of Elementary students.
The intern will gain experience in the overall workings of a Christian, community-based social service ministry and gain knowledge of the assets and challenges of the diverse community served by Outreach York. The intern will have the opportunity to utilize Spanish-speaking skills (if desired) in interactions with bilingual students and will learn of the supportive resources available to students and families.
Requirements:
BA/BS or MA/MSW student in Social Work, Business, Human Resources Management, Spanish, Psychology, Missions, or Christian education fields. Bilingual (Spanish/English) language skills preferred. Must have a heart for working cross-culturally and embrace the theology of service to the vulnerable. Outreach seeks interns who demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of low-income and diverse populations and who also support Outreach’s Statement of Mission & Faith.
Schedule/Hours:
August 2025 – December 2025 (Full academic year until May 2026);
Monday – Friday; Internship days (and, to some extent, hours) are flexible and can be negotiated to be consistent with program requirements.
A minimum of 250 total hours is preferred.
Supervision:
The intern will be supervised by program staff and will participate as a member of the York staff team. Interns will also participate in weekly group training and activities.
Inquire Online:
Elise Bounds-Gross | [email protected]