Non-Profit Internship at Greater St. Louis Area Scouting

Wayne State University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Greater St. Louis Area Scouting in the St. Louis metro area is offering a hands-on internship designed to immerse you in our operations, with mentorship from seasoned professionals and real project exposure.

You will work about 20 hours per week, document your learning with weekly logs, participate in evaluations, attend trainings, and explore various career paths within Scouting, while fulfilling internship requirements (12-16 weeks).

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

St. Louis Metropolitan Area, Southern Illinois, Central Illinois, and Southeast Missouri

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.
• Schedule and hours are negotiable.

Areas of Impact

Explore diverse areas within our organization, including: Communications, Data Management, Business Administration, Education, Fundraising, Marketing, Philanthropy, Sales, Social Services, and Non‑Profit Administration

Your Reward

• $15.00 per hour.
• 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.