Virtual Program Assistant Intern/Volunteer

Job Description

About Conversations to Remember

Conversations to Remember is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to relieving feelings of loneliness and isolation among senior citizens. Our charity builds bridges between generations by matching young adult college students with seniors (including those with dementia) for weekly virtual visits. Our primary goal is to bring joy and smiles to the faces of seniors, fostering meaningful connections and combating social isolation.

Position Summary

This is an unpaid volunteer or intern position designed to provide vital assistance with the day-to-day operations of our virtual visit program, which currently supports hundreds of active volunteers. This role offers an invaluable opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while gaining practical experience in program management within a nonprofit setting.

For students, this position is ideal for fulfilling requirements for internship, field work, service learning, or practicum experience, contingent upon approval from your academic institution.

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking a dedicated individual to assist in managing our weekly video call program. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing weekly video calls between student volunteers and senior citizens to ensure smooth operation and address any emerging issues.
• Providing remote assistance to student volunteers and/or the senior’s caregiver when necessary to facilitate successful calls.
• Tracking and ensuring that each scheduled call is properly staffed with a volunteer.
• Monitoring compliance with organizational standards and guidelines for all program participants.
• Supervising other volunteers as directed by program leadership.
• Performing various administrative responsibilities to support the efficient running of the program.

Additional Information & Requirements

• Comprehensive training will be provided for all aspects of this role.
• This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in the United States.
• Must have demonstrable experience with Google Suite (e.g., Google Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Gmail).
• This is an UNPAID position that requires commitment to a set schedule.
• Students may arrange for this position to count towards academic credit as an internship or similar experience, with prior approval from their school.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Applicants must be located in the United States and be legally allowed to volunteer/work in the U.S.

Commitment & Schedule Options

There are two distinct schedule options available for this position. You may choose one or both, but it is imperative that you are able to commit to ALL the days and times listed within the option(s) you select. Please only apply if your availability aligns perfectly with one or more of these schedules.

Option A:

• Start Date: April 2, 2026
• End Date: July 24, 2026 or later
• Weekly Schedule (Eastern Time):
  • Sunday: 10:45 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Monday: 10:45 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 10:45 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:45 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:45 AM – 2:00 PM

Option B:

• Start Date: April 2, 2026
• End Date: July 30, 2026 or later
• Weekly Schedule (Eastern Time):
  • Monday: 4:45 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 4:45 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 4:45 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Sunday: 1:45 PM – 6:00 PM

To learn more about our organization and the impact we make, please visit our website at www.ConversationstoRemember.org.