Project Coordinator-Internship

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging; United States; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Philadelphia Corporation of the Aging seeks a Project Coordinator for the PCA Community Cafe pilot program. This part-time internship supports recruitment, relationship building, and data management across participating restaurants and community partners.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and the use of technology to collect surveys and monitor outcomes; training is provided and a hybrid local work arrangement is anticipated in Tacony area.

Qualifications

• Outstanding project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong usage of technology and software.
• Demonstrated experience in data management and analysis, outreach, and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of project policies and materials for PCA, restaurants, and participants.
• Create a targeted marketing plan to reach underserved older adults.
• Recruit and onboard restaurants, including contracting, menu development, and relationship building.
• Build relationships with community groups to support participant recruitment.
• Conduct community-based participant registration and onboarding with participant materials and technology.
• Provide technical assistance for restaurants and participants throughout project.
• Monitor project goals and outcomes.
• Conduct post-project surveys with restaurants and participants.
• Data management of information collected via registration, surveys, software systems, etc.
• Evaluate and analyze data for intended outcomes.
• Contribute to project report for PCA leadership.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Tech proficiency

Data management

Outreach

Relationship building

Education

Master’s degree or current graduate student

Job description

Description

Company name: Philadelphia Corporation of the Aging

Title of position: Project Coordinator-PCA Community Cafe

Position type: Part-Time Internship (anticipated end date, March 1, 2027)

Pay range: $15/hour, 20 hours per week

Location: Hybrid (after training)

THE ORGANIZATION

A private nonprofit organization founded in 1973, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) is a large agency that is part of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) nationwide network. Founded as a result of the federal Older Americans Act, the AAAs are mandated to “facilitate the area-wide development and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated system for providing long-term care in home and community-based settings, in a manner responsive to the needs and preferences of older individuals and their family caregivers.” PCA carries out this mission through advocacy, stewardship of public funding, planning, development and administration of programs, and service coordination.

The mission of PCA is to improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians and those with disabilities and assist them in achieving the greatest possible levels of health, independence, and productivity.

Description of Role: PCA's Community Cafe is a pilot program that will enable eligible older Philadelphians to enjoy a free, nutritious meal at participating restaurants. By partnering with restaurants in the community, PCA intends to increase availability of nutritious foods and social engagement for individuals who may not otherwise participate in congregate sites or senior centers. The Project Coordinator will support the development of the program, and be responsible for recruitment and relationship building, technical assistance, survey completion, and data management and analysis. The current target area is within the Tacony section of the city.

Requirements

Required Education: Current graduate student or recent Master’s level graduate.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the development of project policies and materials for PCA, restaurants, and participants.
• Create a targeted marketing plan to reach underserved older adults.
• Recruit and onboard restaurants, including contracting, menu development, and relationship building.
• Build relationships with community groups to support participant recruitment.
• Conduct community-based participant registration and onboarding with participant materials and technology.
• Provide technical assistance for restaurants and participants throughout project.
• Monitor project goals and outcomes.
• Conduct post-project surveys with restaurants and participants.
• Data management of information collected via registration, surveys, software systems, etc.
• Evaluate and analyze data for intended outcomes.
• Contribute to project report for PCA leadership.

Job Requirements

• Outstanding project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong usage of technology and software.
• Demonstrated experience in data management and analysis, outreach, and relationship building.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable vehicle and auto insurance.

Philadelphia Corporation of the Aging is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

It is the policy of Philadelphia Corporation for Aging to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Furthermore, it is the company policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.