About the role#
NAMI Chicago is seeking a Youth Engagement Intern to support community engagement efforts and youth programming. This role involves working under the guidance of the Senior Education and Engagement Specialist to advance health and wellness initiatives for youth and their families across Chicago and the Cook County suburbs. This is an unpaid internship requiring 10 hours per week, with some evening or weekend availability required for events.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research on current youth mental health concerns to inform the development of culturally responsible content.
- Co-facilitate youth program sessions and support learning initiatives.
- Revise and improve youth-oriented educational and training materials.
- Cultivate partnerships with youth-serving organizations, particularly on the South and West sides of Chicago.
- Assist with program evaluation, including the development and administration of pre- and post-event surveys.
- Document the landscape of youth mental health needs, resources, and service gaps.
- Attend weekly engagement team meetings and assist with administrative tasks as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a graduate degree in psychology, social work, public health, education, or a related field (exceptional fourth-year undergraduate students may be considered).
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, both verbal and written.
- Strong organizational, reliability, and time management skills.
- High attention to detail and strong communication skills.
- Passion for transforming the landscape of mental health and wellbeing for youth.
- Knowledge of current trends among youth and familiarity with Chicago neighborhoods.
- Experience in community organizing, event planning, or school partnerships is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: 224 W Hill St Suite 410, Chicago, IL.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
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