Job Description – Intern and Volunteer Coordinator

The mission of STEM NOLA is to grow future Innovators, Creators, and Entrepreneurs through inspiration, engagement, and exposure. Members of the community will learn about opportunities in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).

Overview:  The Intern and Volunteer Manager is a dynamic position that encompasses personnel management, process evaluation, implementation, and coordination. The Intern and Volunteer Manager oversees daily recruitment and management of both college student interns and professional volunteers. The level of involvement in any particular project may vary, but the Intern and Volunteer Manager is knowledgeable of company policies, operations, HR policies, and time and attendance processes. The role requires good communication skills, the ability to coordinate with leadership team members on staffing needs, and the evaluation of student interns and their work performance. This position reports to the Director of Administration, or designee.

Title:  Intern and Volunteer Coordinator – STEM NOLA

 Primary Functions/Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Training

·        Host and attend recruiting events within the community to attract qualified candidates.

·        Work with Leadership team to publicize opportunities for interns and volunteers via print, digital, and social media platforms.

·        Develop and maintain relationships with STEM NOLA partner companies/organizations and colleges/universities.

·        In partnership with Operations and Programs, ensures interns volunteers are trained to perform in roles they may be cast to fill.

Logistics and Event Volunteer Coordination

·        Act as a single point of contact for Leadership team regarding intern and volunteer management.

·        Communicate with team to assess needs for intern and volunteer assistance.

·        Ensure interns and volunteers are staffed to support various areas of operations, facilitation, exhibits, events, etc.

·        Coordinates ongoing intern and volunteer utilization.

·        Schedule interns and volunteers and ensure their timely appearance and execution of programming.

·        Follow-up with interns and volunteers after a programming event.

Intern and Volunteer Management

• Maintain intern and volunteer database of both college students and professional volunteers.
• Maintain accurate records and timely reports on intern and volunteer participation.
• Develops and implements a staff recognition program.
• Conduct ongoing evaluation of the intern and volunteer program.
• Utilize a form of communication (digital or app) to keep interns and volunteers engaged and interested in STEM NOLA

Experience/Skills:

 Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, or equivalent experience, required
• Non-Profit Organization experience strongly preferred
• Management experience strongly preferred

Skills:

• Ability to present to groups ranging from 4 to 400
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with a variety of audiences
• Ability to manage time, multi-task, and solve problems
• Ability to interpret, analyze, and use data
• Knowledge of volunteer management and relevant best practices
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suites

Other Requirements

• Flexible work schedule with ability to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to source and foster strong relationships in community and college settings
• Ability to challenge upward, voice unpopular opinions and carry out resulting Executive directives
• Engages and articulates STEM NOLA programming in public and social media forums
• Ability to travel up to 25% of time
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed for this position. Adjustments may be made at any time as deemed necessary by STEM NOLA Executive administration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35,000.00 per year

COVID-19 considerations:
Must maintain 6 to 8ft distance from others while inside the office space. Temperature checks upon entry to the office space. Wearing a mask must be maintained at all times, when within 6 to 8ft space of others.

The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be

performed for this position. Adjustments may be made at any time as deemed necessary by STEM

NOLA Executive administration.