Outreach and volunteer coordinator internship

Job Title: Part-Time Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator Intern Location: Audubon Acres – Chattanooga Audubon Society Supervisor: Director of Volunteer Services Type: Part-Time, Seasonal Internship YEP(Youth Employment Program Funded) Hours: Flexible scheduling (10–20 hours/week); occasional evenings and weekends

Pay: $15 per hour

Organizational Mission:

The Chattanooga Audubon Society works to educate and promote an understanding of the responsibility to preserve and protect our environmental, cultural, and historical resources.

Position Summary:

The Chattanooga Audubon Society is seeking a dependable, outgoing, and motivated intern to support volunteer coordination, community outreach, and public engagement. This position provides hands-on professional experience in nonprofit operations while developing skills in communication, volunteer management, community engagement, and project coordination.

The intern will work alongside staff and volunteers to recruit and coordinate volunteers, represent Chattanooga Audubon Society in the community, and promote opportunities for involvement.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Recruit, communicate with, and coordinate new and existing volunteers
• Assist with volunteer scheduling, orientation, recordkeeping, and tracking service hours
• Help match volunteers with opportunities based on their interests and availability
• Represent Chattanooga Audubon Society at community outreach opportunities and informational tables
• Engage with the public about our properties, programs, conservation efforts, and volunteer opportunities
• Research potential community partners and opportunities for outreach
• Draft volunteer emails, announcements, social media content, and outreach materials
• Assist with maintaining volunteer and outreach information in our CRM system
• Help prepare materials and supplies for volunteer projects and outreach activities
• Take ownership of assigned volunteer or outreach projects with guidance from staff
• Assist with other organizational programs and activities as needed

Qualifications:

• Friendly, dependable, organized, and willing to learn
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable interacting with volunteers, visitors, and community organizations
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems
• Interest in nonprofit work, conservation, communications, education, or community engagement
• Availability for occasional evening or weekend activities
• Must be 18 or older with reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Background check required

Perks & Benefits:

• Hands-on training in non-profit operations and communications
• Experience with CRM and database management
• Experience with project planning and organization
• Opportunity to work outdoors

To Apply: Email your résumé and brief statement of interest to admin@chattaudubon.org with the subject line: Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator Intern Application.

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15