Nonprofit Center Intern

Job Description

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Position Title: Nonprofit Center Intern

Department: County Executive’s Office – Nonprofit Center

Overview:

The County Executive’s Office is seeking a temporary, paid intern to join the newly established Nonprofit Center for Summer 2026. This internship offers a unique opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a practical workplace setting, supporting local nonprofits in Anne Arundel County. The Nonprofit Center, a 13,000 sq ft renovated facility in Crownsville, provides flexible, collaborative workspaces and capacity-building services aimed at advancing the health and well-being of residents. Interns will play a vital role in assisting with communications, events, general operations, and special projects.

Internship Details:

• Term: Summer 2026
• Dates: May 28, 2026 – August 5, 2026 (10 weeks) or August 19, 2026 (12 weeks). Start date may be flexible.
• Hours: Average 24 hours/week (minimum 8 hours/week), to be completed Monday through Friday during business hours (9 am – 6 pm) with occasional evening hours.
• Compensation: $16/hour
• Location: In-person at the Crownsville property, Anne Arundel County, Maryland, with occasional opportunity for remote work.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft/edit newsletter articles, organizational spotlights, social media posts, and other marketing materials.
• Assist staff with various office tasks to support resident nonprofit organizations.
• Assist with planning and implementation of on-site programs, events, and activities.
• Research potential center-based services, including a volunteer program.
• Correspond with organizations, county agencies, and the public.
• Select and complete a special project of interest that benefits the Nonprofit Center or the nonprofit sector in Anne Arundel County.

Benefits of Participation:

• Learning about county government and networking with the county’s nonprofit leaders.
• Gaining a better understanding of the needs and challenges of Anne Arundel County residents.
• Enhancing communication and other self-identified skills.
• Opportunity to participate in Anne Arundel County’s Government Academy to learn more about county departments and services.

Reporting To: Jennifer Purcell, Executive Director of the Nonprofit Center.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student in a US-accredited university or college.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Willingness to work on-site in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
• Reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Academic Background: Ideal for students studying Marketing, Business Administration, Health and Human Services, Political Science, Civics, Public Administration, Communications, Graphic Design, or related fields.
• Skills:
  • Strong written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides) and Canva.
  • Ability to interact and build professional relationships virtually and in-person.
  • Ability to adapt in a changing work environment.
• Interests:
  • Demonstrated interest in nonprofit management, health and human services, and civic engagement.
• Local Knowledge: Knowledge of Anne Arundel County.

Application Process & Important Notes:

• Application Review: Applications will be reviewed on or after March 15, 2026, for Summer 2026.
• Notification: Successful candidates will be notified via email.
• Required Documents: Applicants must upload an official or unofficial college transcript to their application to demonstrate enrollment status and cumulative GPA.
• Supplemental Questions:
  • Thoroughly and accurately respond to all supplemental questions.
  • DO NOT indicate “SEE RESUME” in response to supplemental questions.
  • Lack of detail or explanation in supplemental questions and the application may result in failure or disqualification for this position.