About the role#
As a Career Coach intern, you will guide middle and high school students through self-discovery exercises, career exploration, and goal setting. You will lead interactive group sessions using a structured workshop script to help students define and pursue their career aspirations. This is an unpaid internship that provides hands-on experience and can meet requirements for school credits or certifications. The position is based in Atlanta and requires a weekly commitment of 10 hours.
What you'll do#
- Lead high-energy, interactive group sessions based on a structured workshop script.
- Assist students in creating personalized career development plans and setting SMART goals.
- Use assessments to advise students on relevant educational and career pathways.
- Track and evaluate student progress by documenting individual needs, goals, and action steps.
- Support students in developing resilience and a growth mindset.
- Participate in weekly in-person training.
What you'll need#
- Active listening skills and strong verbal and written communication abilities.
- Empathy and patience when working with diverse student populations.
- Ability to build trust and rapport with students.
- Organizational skills, assertiveness, and decision-making capabilities.
- A positive, energetic, and enthusiastic outlook.
- Integrity, trustworthiness, and a diversity-oriented, inclusive mindset.
- Ability to work with independence and self-motivation.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Current enrollment or interest in fields such as Psychology, Sociology, or Communications.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia (On-site).
- Term: Rolling, with a 4-month initial commitment that may be extended.
- Compensation: Unpaid (eligible for school credit).
- Work Modality: On-site at designated school locations.
About Passion for Life, Inc.
Passion for Life, Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 2006, the group supports youth living in economically disadvantaged environments. It employs approximately 51 people. The organization provides career coaching and immersion programs to help students identify and implement career plans.
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