Social Impact Intern

YMCA of Metro Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Social Impact, the Social Impact Intern supports the YMCA of Metro Atlanta’s volunteer engagement, community partnerships, and impact storytelling efforts. This internship provides hands-on U This is a part-time internship (20–25 hours per week) for a 3–4-month term, with flexibility based on academic schedules and project timelines.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program related to nonprofit management, social impact, public health, communications, arts administration, business, or a related field
Ability to commit 20–25 hours per week for 3–4 months
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Collaborative mindset and comfort working with diverse stakeholders
Basic data analysis and reporting skills (experience with Excel or Google Sheets preferred)
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams
Ability to attend occasional in-person meetings or volunteer events at YMCA locations across the Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.
Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with or interest in social media, content creation, Canva, or email marketing platforms is a plus
Interest in community impact, volunteerism, equity, and nonprofit work

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and coordination of corporate partner volunteer activations, including scheduling, materials preparation, and on-site support as needed.
Support branch staff and Social Impact team members to ensure volunteer experiences are meaningful, organized, and aligned with community needs.
Support the development of content for internal and external communication channels, including the YMCA website, social media, Microsoft Teams, and Impact Newsletter.
Assist with storytelling efforts that highlight volunteerism, partnerships, and community impact through written content and visuals.
Assist with compiling and organizing volunteer and partnership data.
Support the creation of monthly dashboards and impact summaries that track volunteer engagement and outcomes.
Provide administrative support for volunteer and partnership-related meetings, including notetaking, tracking action items, and coordinating follow-ups.
Collaborate with internal teams, corporate partners, and community stakeholders to support alignment and shared impact.
Assist with the curation and ongoing management of the Ruth Hall Hodges Art Gallery in collaboration with AUC faculty and students.
Help coordinate artwork rotations, maintain stakeholder relationships, and support gallery communications.