Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Intern

Kids In The Game • New York, NY

273d • $200 - $300 • Remote

About The Position

The Kids in the Game mission is to provide positive experiences and opportunities through sports and creative play. As a Certified B Corporation, we are committed to creating a positive social impact for the communities and youth that we serve. Our organizational philosophy is grounded in our core values. Our team members embody these values in all facets of our programming. We are Inclusive, Committed, Positive, Empathetic, and Ambitious. The People & Culture intern will assist the Chief People Officer in carrying out projects related to the organization's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiative. The P&C DEI Intern needs to possess the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information, including employee data and workforce demographics. They will be detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Kids in the Game offers seasonal internships throughout the year. Internships are typically 14-18 weeks long and Interns would be expected to work between 25-35 hours per week in person at our office location. Below are the dates for each season. Spring 2025: January 13th - May 16th, Summer 2025: May 5th - August 22nd.

Requirements

• Undergraduate student or recent graduate
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work 3-5 days per week with at least one remote work day

Nice To Haves

• Experience with DEI initiatives or programs
• Familiarity with communication tools such as Slack, Gmail, and Google Calendar

Responsibilities

• Participate in meetings with the DEI working group to gain an understanding of the organization's intended DEI goals for the 2024-2025 program year
• Conduct research and content creation for DEI newsletters, educational materials, and social media initiatives
• Assist with designing and facilitating DEI workshops and modules
• Research and analyze data from company diversity surveys
• Conduct internal systems and policies analysis to identify areas for greater alignment with DEI strategies

Benefits

• $200-$300 completion bonuses at the end of unpaid internship contracts
• Potential to extend for a second term, paid internship
• Opportunity to earn class credit if applicable

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: No Education Listed