Administrative Intern- Paid

WAYNE-METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Wayne Metro seeks a detail-oriented and organized individual with a passion for administrative operations and community-centered work. This internship provides hands-on experience in the day-to-day functions of a large, multi-site nonprofit organization, offering an excellent opportunity to develop skills in office administration, records management, communications, and project coordination. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively across departments to support administrative functions and contribute to the agency's mission.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
Interest in community development, social services, or nonprofit administration
Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Strong written, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
High school diploma/general education degree (GED) OR a combination of education and experience that is similarly equivalent
Successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screening
Ability to work 5 days in office as required by the department
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Professionalism in appearance, tact, punctuality, and dependability
Good interpersonal and professional skills including but not limited to professional appearance, tact, punctuality, and dependability
Perform work in a manner that upholds Wayne Metro policies, procedures, and mission

Nice To Haves

Previous office or administrative experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide general administrative support to the Administration department, including scheduling, correspondence, and document preparation
Assist with filing, scanning, and maintaining accurate physical and electronic records in accordance with Wayne Metro records management procedures
Support data entry and records updates across agency systems
Respond to internal inquiries and route requests to appropriate departments or staff
Prepare agendas, meeting materials, and follow-up notes for departmental meetings
Assist with tracking and organizing program documentation, reports, and compliance materials
Assist with coordinating special projects assigned by the Administration department
Support the planning and logistics for internal meetings, training sessions, and agency events
Compile and organize data or information as requested for departmental reporting
Assist with developing internal communications, forms, and workflow documentation
Participate in cross-departmental collaboration as directed by the supervising manager