Nonprofit Operations & Admin Intern — Learn & Lead Projects

Chicago Emerging Stars; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job description

The Operations & Administrative Intern will gain exposure to the internal systems that keep a nonprofit running. This role is ideal for students interested in nonprofit operations, management, public administration, or organizational leadership.

• Nonprofit operational structure and systems
• Project coordination and administrative support
• Organizational efficiency and documentation
• Cross-departmental collaboration
• Assist with scheduling, filing, and document organization
• Support internal projects and administrative tasks
• Help track timelines and update internal records
• Learn how different nonprofit functions work together
• Currently enrolled college student
• Strong organizational skills and reliability
• Interest in nonprofit operations or management
• Comfort with basic technology tools (Google Workspace, spreadsheets, etc.)

Chicago Emerging Stars is happy to support students seeking college credit for their internship. We will complete required paperwork, provide learning objectives, and participate in evaluations as needed by your institution.

All of our internships are intentionally designed to prioritize learning, mentorship, and growth. Interns are supported, guided, and encouraged to explore their interests while contributing meaningfully to our mission.

If you’re looking for an internship where your work has purpose and where you’re seen, supported, and challenged we’d love to learn more about you.