Student Intern

Prevention Links Inc • Jersey City, NJ

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About The Position

Prevention Links is seeking motivated college students majoring in Public Health, Psychology, or Child Education for an internship at the Skyway Family Success Center. The role provides hands-on experience supporting children, families, and the surrounding community through family engagement, educational programming, community outreach, and resource development. Interns work alongside the Family Success Center team to support daily operations, assist with activities and events, and help develop programs that respond to community needs.

The internship offers practical experience in community-based services and the opportunity to develop skills in communication, program planning, teamwork, family engagement, customer service, organization, and event coordination. Under staff supervision, each intern is expected to develop and facilitate at least one program per semester, while learning how the center's programs and services are planned and delivered.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Public Health, Psychology, or Child Education.
• Interest in supporting children, families, and community-based programming.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work collaboratively.
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Creativity and interest in program development, community outreach, and educational activities.
• Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and respectful engagement with diverse families.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparing, and facilitating children's activities, family programs, workshops, and community events.
• Develop and lead at least one program per semester under staff supervision.
• Promote center services, engage families, and support community outreach initiatives.
• Assist with creating and sharing social media content to promote programs, events, and center activities.
• Create promotional flyers, program announcements, and other outreach materials.
• Prepare participant registration forms, sign-in sheets, and program materials.
• Learn to answer telephone calls, greet visitors, and respond professionally to general inquiries.
• Research community resources, educational materials, and services that support children and families.
• Participate in team meetings, program planning meetings, and discussions about upcoming activities.
• Assist with routine center operations and provide program coverage as assigned.
• Learn the daily operations, programs, and services of the Skyway Family Success Center.
• Assist with implementation of ongoing programs and community events.
• Observe how other Family Success Center programs are planned and delivered.
• Complete assigned tasks and collaborate with staff to support the center's daily operations.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in community-based services.
• Opportunities to connect classroom learning with real-world practice.
• Opportunities to develop professional competencies and contribute to the community.

What This Job Offers

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