Community Partners

BlackStar Projects

The Design Assistant (DA) position provides a unique opportunity to develop graphic design, video filming and editing skills as a member of BlackStar Projects’ Communications Team. The DA will work closely with BlackStar’s Design Manager, Creative Director, and the rest of the Communications team in support of the 2025 BlackStar Film Festival, Venus Fly Trap exhibition, and the marketing of Seen issue 008. This role will give the DA hand son experience in learning the ins and outs of creating graphics and other content for promotional campaigns across digital, social, video, as well as the tactics and best practices it takes to design for a non-profit arts organization.

Keywords: Arts, Film Festival, Communications, Design, Creative, POC-Led Organization

Camden County Historical Society

Intern will support the process of improving existing, or creating new, exhibits to improve the way local history is told. This is done through a variety of projects that student interns can work on to help improve diversity, equity, and inclusion across our site in-person, online, or through community outreach.

Keywords: Humanities, History, Camden County, Preservation, Community Outreach

Center for Aquatic Sciences

This internship will contribute to the revision and creation of public and internal written promotional materials to reflect the diversity of the Audiences the Center serves and effectively communicate the integral DEIJ commitment embedded in our mission. The Center for Aquatic Sciences provides unique learning experiences that empower youth to lead the way in understanding, appreciating, and protecting the environment.

Keywords: Environmental Justice, Communications, Aquatic Sciences, Social Media

Girls, Inc.

The intern has the opportunity to plan and implement weekly programming with girls at local schools and community sites. Providing a safe and supportive space for all girls, as well as fostering an atmosphere of fun and learning while serving as a role model for youth is key. The intern will prepare materials and resources for each session, and work with a mentor to ensure practices that align with Girls, Inc.

Keywords: Community Uplift, Mentoring, Girlhood Studies, Leadership, Advocacy

Leap Academy University Charter School

As an intern you will have the opportunity to learn more about production, design, and creation of individual products. You will assist the director of the Fabrication Lab in organizing programming and events like Makers Day, and work with teachers to develop projects to bring to students. You will also develop and design marketing materials and awards.

Keywords: Youth Mentorship, Camden County, Design/Production, Youth Programming, Creativity, Innovations, Entrepreneurship, Community Engagement

Mighty Writers

As an intern at Mighty Writers in Camden, NJ, you may work hands-on with students at one of our after-school academic programs, tutor kids one-on-one, hoist boxes at our distributions, hand out free books, take photos for social media, give flowers to moms on Mother’s Day … the list goes on. The intern will support student learning through many facets, and participate as a mentor for young people in the program.

Keywords: Youth Programs, Writing Intensive, Humanities, Community Uplift, Mentorship

Philadelphia Magic Gardens 

Intern is responsible for providing interpretation for various audiences through gallery talks and informal conversation with visitors. They also assist with public programming, hands-on activities, and outreach at PMG and in the community.

Keywords: Visual Arts, Community, Urban, Philadelphia

The Neighborhood Center- Bridges Teen Program

This internship will provide an opportunity for students to work directly with the Program Development Manager and implement impact data tracking, annual reporting and special programming for youth enrolled within the Bridges Teen Program. The program focuses on ensuring a safe space for teens while providing workforce development, career readiness, college preparation, mental health awareness, arts enrichment, field trips, social and emotional development. This program is located at the Neighborhood Center which has a mission to end the poverty cycle, empower and educate youth. The intern will also be able to utilize their personal skills and interests to implement new workshops and special events to assist our youth.

Keywords: Youth Mentorship, Camden County, After School Programming, Creativity, Innovations, Community Engagement

POPPYN

As an intern at POPPYN, you will play a vital role in supporting high school students on their journey to create thought-provoking and socially relevant video production projects. You will join our team and help guide aspiring young media makers as they explore social justice issues and produce impactful content.

Keywords: Social Justice, Media Production, Community Stories, Communications

West Philadelphia Cultural Alliance / Paul Robeson House Museum

Internship provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop skills and exercise leadership critical to their academic career and to explore areas such as museum/historic site management; curatorial practice; research and writing for popular and professional audiences; and community engagement.

Keywords: Community Engagement

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