Camp Sojourner Girls’ Leadership Camp
A SUMMER INTERNSHIP
At Camp Sojourner our mission is to help girls/youth become leaders who take charge of their own lives and also act as agents of positive change in their communities. We accomplish our work by hosting 8-18 year old girls/youth at Camp Sojourner, our one week summer overnight camp program, and by involving girls/youth in our year-round mentoring, service projects, creative arts, and leadership activities. Camp Sojourner is a POC-centered, financially accessible program available to girls/youth no matter what their family economic situation may be.
The primary purpose of the internshipis to support Camp Sojourner in preparing for and staffing our one-week overnight summer camp with administrative tasks, supply organization and management, and program support including working directly with youth. We also have a few activities pre-camp which the intern will help staff to prepare for and supervise.
Keywords: Youth programming, leadership, girls, camp, nature, POC-centered, LGBTQ+ friendly
Center for Aquatic Sciences
A FALL INTERNSHIP
The Center for Aquatic Sciences intern will help develop, implement, promote, and evaluate the Center’s diverse array of educational offerings on a variety of marine science related topics. Tasks can include, but are not limited to, creating lesson plans, designing promotional material (e.g., brochures, social media, web pages), assisting in programs (e.g., tours, on- and off-site events, in-person and outreach lessons, virtual programs), and developing evaluation materials (e.g., post-program surveys, impact reports, databases).
Keywords: Environmental Justice, Communications, Aquatic Sciences, Social Media
Girls Inc.
A FALL INTERNSHIP
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
Harmony Hometeam (at Harmony Hill)
BOTH SUMMER AND FALL INTERNSHIP POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Harmony Hometeam is a youth leadership program based in Germantown, Philadelphia. Part of the broader Harmony Hill
vision—an emerging park-based community rooted in harmony with self, others, and nature-
our work is grounded in the belief that young people are not just participants, but co-creators of
culture. Through our partnership with Friends of Fernhill Park, we engage youth in caring for shared
land, building community, and developing leadership through real responsibility.
Interns will have opportunities to support daily youth programming and group facilitation, assist with park stewardship and urban agriculture activities, help guide creative projects (music, media, dance, etc.), support youth in developing and completing projects, contribute to a positive, structured, and engaging environment, help document programming through photos, videos, or written content, and participate in team meetings and program reflection.
Keywords: Youth leadership, community-based programming, urban agriculture and environmental stewardship, creative facilitation and storytelling, building culture
LUCY Outreach
A FALL INTERNSHIP
At LUCY Outreach we empower our youth on their journey to become community leaders by providing programs that offer a safe haven, and support their educational, social, emotional, and physical growth. LUCY offers multilingual, culturally- responsive services to Camden County youth and young adults, ages 7-28+, and their families, who have a low income. LUCY accepts and welcomes all youth to take part in educational, social, and service-oriented offerings, and also provides support and resources within homes & schools.
The primary purpose of the internship is to support LUCY Outreach in offering multi-lingual, culturally-sensitive services to at-risk youth ages 10-19. In helping LUCY fulfill its mission, the intern will assist the Coordinator to develop, implement and supervise comprehensive and innovative youth offerings, including exploring local presenters for youth specific topics, developing LGBTQ focused support groups, complete program evaluation/ reporting and support volunteer management.
Keywords: Youth programming, culturally sensitive, multi-lingual, volunteer coordination
The Neighborhood Center- Bridges Teen Program
A FALL INTERNSHIP
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
University Community Collaborative
A FALL INTERNSHIP
The University-Community Collaborative is an initiative housed at Temple University
dedicated to building a network of individuals committed to youth-led civic engagement across Philadelphia schools, communities, and campuses. Through a project-based learning
framework, we guide youth through identifying, recognizing, and researching issues that
impact their lives and communities. Rooted in our values of social change, youth gain
technical and socio-emotional skills needed to become leaders and create networks of change.
Keywords: Social Change, Civic Engagement, Media Production, Community Stories, Youth-Led Impact