Internship Program (Decatur, Illinois) (42056)

Greater St. Louis Area Council; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Mileage reimbursement

Resume boost

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Greater St. Louis Area Council offers a paid/part-time internship in Decatur, IL for Fall 2026. The program provides mentorship, hands-on experience, and exposure to fundraising, marketing, and program development within Scouting America.

Participants will work ~20 hours weekly, log learning progress, and undergo mentor evaluations; transportation is required and schedule is negotiable.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or current student or graduate; internship suitability.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, self‑motivation, and teamwork abilities.
• Prior nonprofit experience or coursework in fundraising, management, or marketing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a professional Scouter for ~20 hours per week.
• Document learning journey with weekly logs.
• Participate in mid-term and final mentor evaluations.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and activities to explore career paths in Scouting.
• Complete assigned projects and tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Interest in nonprofit/Scouting

Reliability/Transportation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Decatur - Decatur, IL 62523

Salary Range: $0.01 - $15.00 Hourly

Internship Program

Program Type: Paid/Part-time

Program Term: Fall 2026

Website: www.stlbsa.org

About Us:

Greater St. Louis Area Scouting is a vibrant 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to shaping future leaders through character development and community engagement. We're offering a unique internship program designed to immerse you in the heart of our operations, providing hands‑on experience and mentorship from seasoned professionals.

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

• Gain firsthand knowledge of the non‑profit sector and the impact of our programs.
• Hone your communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Assist with program development, fundraising initiatives, marketing campaigns, and more.
• Receive personalized mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
• Fulfill your high school, college, or university internship requirements (12-16 weeks).

What You'll Be Doing:

• Collaborating with a professional Scouter for approximately 20 hours per week.
• Documenting your learning journey through weekly activity logs.
• Participating in mid‑term and final evaluations with your mentor.
• Attending meetings, training, and activities to explore diverse career paths within Scouting.
• Completing assigned projects and tasks.
• Becoming a member of Scouting America and upholding the Scout Oath and Law.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma, college students, recent graduates, or currently enrolled high school junior or senior.
• A genuine interest in the non‑profit sector and/ or Scouting America.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior non‑profit experience or coursework in fundraising, management, or marketing (a plus!).
• Strong organizational, self‑motivation, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• A commitment to the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Schedule and hours are negotiable.

Areas of Impact:

• Communications
• Business Administration
• Education
• Fundraising
• Marketing
• Philanthropy
• Sales
• Social Services
• Non‑Profit Administration

Your Reward:

• $15.00 per hour.
• Mileage reimbursement for occasional travel within service area.
• Invaluable experience in a dynamic non‑profit environment.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to make a tangible difference in your community.
• A great addition to your college applications.
• Networking opportunities.