Team for Kids Internship (Part-Time)

New York Road Runners•New York, NY

About The Position

The New York Road Runners Internship program is a paid, 21-week experience in which interns have the opportunity to learn from the best in the non-profit business. Interns will work collaboratively with professionals in their field of study and will have opportunities to network across the organization. The program will include professional development events and a chance to make a direct impact on the communities in New York City by working select events. Interns will receive onboarding and training to learn about NYRR and gain the knowledge needed to best perform in their role. Internship dates will be Monday, June 15, 2026 to Friday, November 13, 2026. Team for Kids is a group of dedicated adult runners who raise funds around premier endurance runner events to support NYRR’s Youth and Community Impact Programs. The Team for Kids (TFK) Communication and Community Engagement Intern will support the creation and administering of all TFK fundraising, team training, and operations communications and fundraising resources offered to members of TFK’s summer and fall teams, most notably the TCS New York City Marathon, to help them reach and exceed their fundraising goal while training to participate in the Marathon. The intern will also support TFK’s engagement with both current and alumni members through social media, email, and virtual and in-person events. This includes helping to plan and participate in 2026 TCS New York City Marathon race week and race day events.

Requirements

Sophomore or junior in college, working towards a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality, Sports/Athletics, Communications, English, Nonprofit Management
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
Strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interest and skill with social media
Comfort interacting with runners via written and in-person communication
Interest in the sport of running, general fitness and athletic
Interest or experience in peer-to-peer fundraising
The ability to be on your feet, outside in the elements for the duration of event shifts

Responsibilities

Draft runner communications, including weekly emails to active fundraising teams
Regularly engage with TFK community through social media channels and work to grow following
Assist in planning and execution of TFK engagement events, including clinics and in-person training during the TCS New York City Marathon Season
Created and edit power point slides for informational sessions and webinars
Participate in planning for and executions of TFK’s TCS New York City Marathon’s race week and race day events
Support our volunteer mentor program and match current fundraisers with a Team for Kids mentor
Support creation and administration of both new and current fundraising resources, including fundraising tips, templates, and individual consultations
Brainstorm and support Out-of-Town Runner connection opportunities
Participate in new initiatives to connect with first time TFK and marathon runners
Manage office merchandise inventory
Participate in event packing at NYRR warehouse