About the role#
This internship offers hands-on experience working directly with the Chief Operating Officer. You will gain insight into nonprofit leadership, program operations, project management, and executive-level decision-making. You will contribute to organizational projects while learning how a nonprofit coordinates programs, people, and resources to advance its mission. Assignments are tailored to your academic interests and professional goals.
What you'll do#
- Draft professional emails, reports, executive summaries, and meeting notes.
- Organize information to support leadership discussions.
- Track project timelines, deliverables, and action items.
- Develop and maintain spreadsheets and project trackers.
- Collect and organize program metrics and organizational data.
- Prepare data summaries for leadership, donors, and Board reporting.
- Conduct research to support operational planning.
- Participate in meetings to observe leadership and operational decision-making.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive organizational and participant information.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program, with a preference for juniors and seniors.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage assignments and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Interest in nonprofit management, public service, or organizational operations.
- Professionalism and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
- Bilingual Spanish and English skills are a plus but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Kenilworth, New Jersey.
- Format: Hybrid.
- Schedule: Rolling basis with a minimum of 10 hours per week preferred.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Prevention Links
Prevention Links is a nonprofit organization based in Kenilworth, New Jersey. Founded in 1971, the group focuses on addiction recovery, public health, and community support. It operates across multiple locations in New Jersey to provide education and family services. The organization employs approximately 115 people.
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