Unpaid Business Development & Operations Intern Description

Children’s Center of Wayne County (TCC) The Children’s Center, founded in 1929, provides evidence-based clinical therapy to children who deal with mental, behavioral, emotional, intellectual, and developmental health and educational challenges or may have experienced trauma. 

School Community-Based Partnerships: We partner with K-12 schools and community organizations that serve children to provide clinical therapy, counseling, psychological services, and psychiatric evaluations, treatment & interventions.

Child Welfare: In addition to the clinical therapy programs offered, The Children’s Center places children in licensed foster homes, and supports them throughout their time in the child welfare system.    

Child Wellbeing Family Success: We operate an onsite family success center that promotes child-wellbeing and offers children and youth from all walks of life to access relevant mental health crisis prevention and child abuse and neglect prevention services.

Advocacy: We champion child and youth well-being for those experiencing poverty-related issues, those within the child welfare system, and those in need of evidence-based, clinical therapy. 

TCC’s mission is to help children and families shape their own futures. If as many children as possible, and their families can easily access comprehensive, evidence-based, clinical therapy that is integrated into and supports their everyday lives then, children will experience an improved quality of life where they have a true sense of agency and empowerment in their lives. 

We embrace and demonstrate a set of Core Values as the foundation of our culture. They define how we do what we do, and what we value in our work with each other and our community.  Daily demonstration of these values, in mindset and behavior, is required to be successful as a TCC team member. 

• Dedicated-We are devoted, dedicated and always willing to pitch to accomplish our mission.   
• Passionate-We are passionate about what we do and helping the people we serve.   
• Accountable-We do what we say and accomplish all aspects of our responsibilities.   
• Can Do Attitude- We approach our responsibilities with a positive attitude.  
• Respectful- We always treat co-workers, donors, children and families with the utmost respect, courtesy, and patience. 

Internship Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Development & Operations Intern to join our team. This internship offers hands-on experience in various aspects of business operations, including strategy, marketing, finance, and project management. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, proactive, and ready to contribute to real business challenges.

Intern Requirements

• DHHS Clearance 
• Results of Current TB Test
• Completion of satisfactory background check required

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite

Projects/Responsibilities During Placement

• Assist in market research and data analysis to support strategic initiatives
• Help prepare presentations, reports, and business documents
• Support project management activities and track progress
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve business processes
• Perform administrative tasks and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to real-world business operations and decision-making
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Networking opportunities within the company
• Potential for future full-time employment

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: Ability to lift up to 10 Lbs. 
• Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods of time

Additional Requirements

• Contribute to a positive workplace culture that demonstrates evidence of high accountability, inclusivity, and collaboration
• Demonstrate a commitment to anti-racist practices, diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
• Actively support and encourage creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive administrative and service delivery environments
• Adhere to best practices, ethical standards, and compliance with relevant laws and regulation

This intern description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that might occur during placement. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.