Program Internship (Duluth)

Girls on the Run Minnesota • Duluth, MN

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About The Position

Girls on the Run Minnesota is a nonprofit organization that uses a research-based curriculum combining running with social and emotional life skills to help girls become joyful, healthy, and confident. The Duluth-based Program Intern will join the Program team for Spring 2027, work an average of 10 hours per week throughout the semester, and serve as a Girls on the Run coach. The role includes coaching at a local school, supporting the organization’s eight-week season, and assisting with program administration and outreach.

The internship is expected to run approximately January 25 through May 31, 2027; exact dates will be finalized based on availability. The position pays $17.50 per hour, and school credit may be available. The intern reports to the Northern Regional Coordinator. The role is part-time, with possible evening and weekend hours. Appointment is contingent on reference checks and a valid background check.

Requirements

• Have a passion for the Girls on the Run mission and the ability to understand and effectively communicate issues surrounding empowerment, self-esteem, body image, and whole-person health.
• Demonstrate a personal and professional commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA).
• Be available at least two non-consecutive weekday afternoons from 2–5 p.m. for coaching.
• Live in Northern Minnesota.
• Be available for an additional six hours of remote work, either as one six-hour day or two three-hour days between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• Be able to travel locally for coaching, site visits, and events, including occasional weekends and evenings.
• Have computer competence, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, data management, and email.
• Be willing and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Be flexible, adaptable, proactive, dependable, and personable.

Nice To Haves

• School credit may be available for participation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Girls on the Run coach, leading two 90-minute sessions each week.
• Assist with coach recruitment, training, and support throughout the eight-week season, from mid-March to May.
• Complete data entry related to program volunteers, 5K participants, and site management.
• Support tabling at public outreach and community events.
• Assist with administrative duties supporting GOTR Minnesota’s overall operations, including possible projects with the Operations and Development/Communications teams.

What This Job Offers

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