Fall Internship: Empowerment Programs

Akola Project; Dallas (TX); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Akola Project is seeking an intern for the Fall semester to assist with the Empowerment Programs in Dallas. This unpaid role allows you to gain hands-on experience in a social enterprise and contribute to impactful programs for women.

Interns will support various tasks including monitoring programs and working with partner organizations. This is a unique opportunity to learn about non-profit operations while earning class credit.

Qualifications

• Internship commencing August 31 and concluding December 11, 2015.
• Unpaid position, qualifies for class credit.

Responsibilities

• Support the Empowerment Programs Manager with development programs.
• Conduct monitoring and evaluations of development programs.
• Provide interpersonal support with partner organizations.

Job description

Akola ("she works") is empowering 400 women from various walks of marginalization with dignified work to become change‑makers in the lives of their 3,000 children and entire communities. 100% of product revenues are reinvested in Akola's social mission to train, employ and empower women globally.

Akola is a community of makers, wearers and supporters who, together, are changing lives for generations to come.

Job Description

Akola internships are a great opportunity for you to apply your learnings and experience to make real change in the world. We look for interns who can take on real responsibility and have an impact on the company, the customers and women we all work for. It is a great opportunity for you to learn the ins and outs of non‑profit work, the innovative business model of a social enterprise and a thriving fashion company.

• Supporting the Empowerment Programs Manager with performing holistic development programs for women in Dallas
• Conducting monitoring and evaluations metrics and surveys to track the outcomes of development programs
• Perform internpersonal support with potential partner organizations

Qualifications

Fall internship class begins August 31 and ends December 11, 2015. Positions are unpaid, but qualify for class credit.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.