Academic Internship Opportunities

Requires student to meet with Professor E. Wright in ANSO to discuss interest and secure approval.  
ANSO 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Advocates for Immigrant rights Intern:  Interns will be exposed to a variety of areas with primary focus on immigration law and process.  Interns will provide clerical assistance, translate documents, and research specific questions of law and policy related to immigration.
• Agape - pending 
• BLDG Memphis:  BLDG Memphis is a sustainable development organization based in Midtown and dedicated to a variety of community development projects throughout the greater Memphis area.  Responsibilities may include communications, writing, research, and potentially event Planning.  Hybrid work options.

• Church Health, The Well Intern:  The Well is a wellness and prevention program for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Interns will provide direct and indirect developmentally appropriate support to children, promote a physically and emotionally safe play and learning environment for children, function as a valuable member of a team-focused work environment, and experience diverse opportunities for professional development. All interns must work a minimum of 12 hours a week. Please note that this internship is a nontraditional child life setting and does not satisfy credit through the Child Life Council.

  **Requires external application:  https://churchhealth.org/internship-opportunities/

• Dress for Success: Program Volunteer: Assist with the Women N Transformation (WNT) or Professional Women’s Group (PWG) programs. The WNT program, presented by FedEx, includes job preparation and career advancement training. In this program, unemployed and under-employed clients learn job search skills, basic job skills, and build self-confidence. PWG provides clients who have gained employment a place to share, grow, and network with other women who have also made the transition into the workforce. Monthly classes include community professionals that teach basic life and work skills.
• Dress for Success, Volunteer Manager: Assist in managing our volunteer program. Volunteers seek out potential volunteers, establish relationship with current volunteers through constant communication, maintain volunteer database, track and update volunteer hours, match and schedule volunteers for specific opportunities, and maintain volunteer files.
• Fighting Chance Community Engagement Intern: Fighting Chance with Endurance Krav Maga is a 501c3 non-profit that works with individuals and organizations that fight Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking. We believe we have a duty to help those in need. Our goal is to use Krav Maga to empower the disenfranchised. As our intern, you will coordinate with community partners, contact prospective donors, support advocacy projects related to our mission, and assist with grant research, writing, and reporting, as well as with marketing and communications. This internship presents a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with nonprofit management involving the martial arts. Interns may participate in self-defense seminars and train at the gym.
• Freedom Preparatory Academy: Assist in the development and implementation of all aspects of building Freedom Preparatory Academy (a 6 – 12 charter school) including student recruitment, community outreach, event planning, logistics, hiring, and community meetings. Must have strong oral communication skills, writing and research skills, and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Grameen America, Elevate Intern: Will design and create marketing collateral for Grameen America’s Elevating Black Women Entrepreneurs initiative, deliver direct assistance to Marketing and Communications Team to help deploy strategies to connect with local media contacts, attend weekly Elevate Team Meetings to provide progress reports and updates on outstanding projects.
• JUICE Orange Mound: Our organization is looking for dynamic, energetic interns who are eager to learn about our community-based work and assist our nonprofit in strengthening our existing programming.  Interns will work closely with the Executive Director and team of current resident leaders to organize programming, communicate with residents and community partners, capture data, and evaluate metrics.   
• Just City, Program Intern: supports programs like Court Watch, Clean Slate Fund, Youth Participatory Defense, Memphis Community Bail Fund, etc. This work may include maintenance of respective databases, engagement with those seeking assistance, community outreach, event support, research and other tasks related to the programs.
• Just City, Advocacy Intern: supports Just City’s work to educate and engage the community on national, state, and local criminal justice reform issues. Responsibilities include expungement outreach and education, assists in planning and executing events, and support other community engagement efforts.
• Knowledge Quest, Community Connector-Boots on the Ground Intern: This intern will be responsible for researching and outlining the most optimal community engagement/recruitment strategies for South Memphis residents This intern will be responsible for developing and leading current community engagement programs and events including development of basic marketing materials to advertise events. This intern will also be responsible for creating and collecting survey research from community residents in regards to the needs and desires of the community-related to education, community development and food access/farming.

• Knowledge Quest Extended Learning Academy Intern: The Intern will assist with program implementation of youth development, educational enrichment, and recreational activities that support intellectual, emotional, and character development. 

• Knowledge Quest Family Stability Intern: The Intern will assist Family Coaches as they offer assistance to families experiencing crisis related to housing, employment, and other ‘stability’ matters within households such as financial which may lead to the loss of their current place of residence.

• Memphis Area Women’s Council: The Memphis Area Women’s Council offers interns opportunity to participate in planning and carrying out strategic actions to raise community awareness and create community change; carry-out research to bolster and inform action strategies; craft optimum outreach on Council issues using social media and other technology including Powerpoint and web sites and assist with Council events and programs including Run Women Run election training, Walk a Mile in Her Shoes awareness event, WomenTalk periodic open house, Women of Achievement local women's history documentation and annual leadership awards and ongoing advocacy and communication for safety, justice and equity in health, law enforcement, education, wages and workplaces.
• MoSH: The intern selects a research topic within an area of interest- anthropology, botany, geology, history, or zoology for research. The intern is assigned a collection of objects to describe in detail and then produces a "user catalogue" consisting of a background paper and detailed descriptions of the objects. Participates in a field-collecting trip and interacts with the administration, exhibits, and education departments.
• OUTMemphis - Internship opportunities are available in Development (Fundraising/Event-Planning), Marketing and Communications, Operations, Sexual Health, Youth Programming, Mental Health, and Transgender Services.  OUTMemphis will work with you to develop an internship based on your interest and experience.  
• Overton Park Shell, Operations Intern: The Operations Intern will gain major experience in the areas of nonprofit management, operations of the facility, nonprofit policies and procedures, systems management and more. The intern will act in an assistant role to the whole Operations team, and may help with a number of projects such as managing timelines and project deliverables, tracking major work in the facility, editing operational manuals and more.

• Planned Parenthood of Tennessee and North Mississippi Development Intern:  PPTNM seeks dedicated and enthusiastic interns to join our development (fundraising) team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on sexual and reproductive healthcare, advocacy and education through nonprofit fundraising. The goal of the Development Intern’s responsibilities is to gain a thorough understanding of the different programmatic elements composing a nonprofit Development or Fundraising Team. To this end, the intern will have responsibilities with all team members. Interns will work with administration, gift processing, grant writing, events, research and donor engagement. Paid

• Refugee Empowerment Program: Collaborate with REP staff to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services that empower resettled refugees and immigrants in Memphis. Options include serving as an assistant in the after-school program or the adult education program; assisting with grant research, writing, and reporting; supporting monitoring and evaluation processes; nonprofit management; marketing and communications; and other projects related to our mission.
• Restore Corps Community Engagement Intern: Reporting to the Community Engagement Coordinator, the intern will assist in developing opportunities to engage community stakeholders and lay people who could impact delivery of services, prevention, and understanding of human trafficking in the 21 counties of West Tennessee. The intern will have tasks and projects having to do with the Education & Training Curriculum, Community Engagement & Events, and Administration, Sustainability, Executive Support. Background check will be required.
• Room in the Inn – Community Engagement Intern:  Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. The RITI team strives to build community based on love and respect, welcome all as an expression of faith, and give hope and hospitality in a safe environment. During the months of November - March, Community Engagement Interns are expected to fill at least two 4pm-6pm shifts each week assisting with Congregational Shelter pick-up in downtown Memphis in addition to their ongoing work at Room in the Inn's main campus: 409 Ayers Street. Other main duties: Participate in each RITI program to build relationships with guests, learning common needs and understanding the overall mission and work of RITI. Review current community resource materials within RITI. Interview staff and guests to determine highest priority needs. Research untapped community resources. Determine the limits of local resources and research creative ways RITI can help fill the gaps with volunteers.
• Room in the Inn – Family Inn:  Room in the Inn - Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. In our Family Inn unsheltered families with children stay in private rooms with 3 meals a day. The staff coordinates available resources and assists with the guests' housing, employment, and other goals.
   
  Our Family Inn shifts are Monday-Friday 7am-3pm with flexible scheduling available. Family Inn Interns work with the Family Inn Director and Guest Advocate to guide guests through their case management plan to achieve the goals of stable childcare, employment, and housing. Some students will also assist with programs (group meetings, afterschool tutoring, or a topic in their interest of benefit to the guests). The Intern is compassionate, and is dedicated in assessing the strengths and needs of those experiencing homelessness with proven ability to build rapport.  The intern will gain exposure to community resources and will have direct client interaction and building relationships.
• Room in the Inn – Volunteer Services:  Participate in each RITI program to build relationships with guests, learning common needs and resources, and understanding the overall mission and work of RITI. Assist in finding creative ways to incorporate volunteers into RITI’s daily life and special project needs.  Monitor Volunteer Odyssey (GivePulse) platform by verifying each new volunteer completes an application, reviews handbook and received appropriate communication in a timely manner.  And other duties as assigned. 
• Shelby County Division of Community Services Outreach Specialist:  This position is responsible for attending marketing and outreach events to increase awareness and utilization of programs within the Division of Community Services (DCS).  
• Stand for Children: Stand TN will have several opportunities for fellows. They will assist in development of modules for the Shelby County Voter Academy. Supporting efforts with our Breaking the School to Prison Pipeline Task Force. Non-partisan voter education and engagement around education and justice issues leading up to the City of Memphis elections in October 2023. Fellows will engage in community outreach and organizing activities. They will also write and have placed an op/ed on a topic related to Stand TN issues. Remote options available.
• The Works Inc, General Intern - The Works, Inc. is searching for an intern who will assist in neighborhood innovation work alongside existing community partners to implement national best practices at the local level.  The intern needs to be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products, and comfortable working in an office or an urban neighborhood setting. No experience in community development is required, but a successful candidate will have a strong interest in helping others and improving underserved communities. Potential tasks could include community engagement startup and rollout, conducting regular windshield surveys to monitor property conditions, aligning family resources, researching best practices, designing process implementation plans, and/or helping to develop internal systems to scale up neighborhood innovation work.

Requires Professor Victor Coonin’s approval of application. In addition, a student must complete a short petition, not to exceed 300 words, explaining why you wish to undertake an internship, how it fits with the goals of the Rhodes Vision, and how it will complement your academic study of art; the petition is submitted to the faculty but does not need to be submitted to Career Services. Art 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Anna Wunderlich Art Consultation: Intern will work closely with lead art advisor to help clients and designers with art selection and placement, gaining exposure to the practicalities of the art world. Intern will be involved in cataloguing artists and galleries of interest both in a new web-based gallery management software, ArtCloud, and in hard copies for client collections. Intern will also assist with market research through art show and event attendance, help with installations/hanging/framing selection, work on social media initiatives, and coordinate exhibitions.
• At Home Memphis Magazine, Design Intern: Assistant to the editor & graphic designer; Help answer phones and do typical office duties; Help design ads; Shoot various images for entertaining, social, etc. sections; Research various items for graphic designer; Contact various P.R. representatives and request information on products and high resolution photographs; Convert all images from manufacturers to high-res.
• ArtsMemphis, Communications & Development Intern: Helping with community education efforts and arts advocacy. May assist with newsletters; creating and proofing internal correspondence; proofing internal correspondence; proofing printed pieces; assist with mail campaigns to donors, etc.
• Brooks Museum, School Programs Intern:  Under the general direction of the School Programs Coordinator, the school programs intern supports the work of the Brooks Museum’s school programs; assists in program evaluation of the Education programs; maintains art studio space; assists teaching artists in program delivery; and serves as a member of the dynamic Education Department team. This internship is for the Fall Semester and requires 8-10 hours a week (working primarily Wednesday-Friday). The internship is not paid but we will work with the intern’s university to ensure that college credit is given.

• Goetze Art & Design, Gallery Intern- Intern will assist gallery staff with daily operations including social media, drafting weekly newsletters, handling and delivering art, website management, event planning and inventory management. Applicants should be organized, social media savvy, interested in the arts, creative and keen time managers.

• Metal Museum, Archives Intern: Interns will assist the Collections and Exhibitions department in archiving and digitizing the institutional history of the Museum. Interns will be trained in and will use the database management system PastPerfect as they work to make historic records accessible to staff and the public. They will also learn day-to-day museum practices including object handling and will have the opportunity to assist with an exhibition change.
• Metal Museum, Education Intern: Intern will assist the Education and Outreach department with community outreach event, guided tours, and the Museum’s annual fundraiser, Repair Days.
• UrbanArt Commission, Communications Intern: UrbanArt Commission (UAC) is a non-profit organization committed to creating opportunities for artists and neighborhoods to connect and shape spaces through public art. UAC aspires for art to be integral to a thriving and equitable Memphis and has been creating, curating, and building Memphis public art collection for 25 years. What started with one installation has expanded to over 130 public art projects throughout the city. An intern would work closely with the Communications Manager to create content for social media and assist in newsletter writing, donor cultivation, and event planning. Hybrid options.

Requires prior completion of BUS 351, 361, or 371 and Professor Andrey Zagorchev's approval of application. You must be a Business major, bridge or minor to register for Bus 460. Bus 460 qualifies for F11. Bus 461 does not include a class component and does not fulfill F11.

• Advance Memphis, Salesforce Administrative Intern: The Salesforce Administrative Intern is primarily responsible for the support and implementation of the Salesforce application. This position participates in all phases of the Salesforce application and should be proactive in offering methods to expand on existing knowledge and the leverage of new features.
• BBG, Marketing Intern: Work closely with our top producers on how to identify trends in the marketplace and produce market reports, how to write up comprehensive sales and lease comps and general market data reports., how to publish industry specific reports, including corporate projects and appraisal reviews, how to predict emerging trends by reading local reports, news articles, etc., and how to generate new business in commercial real estate.
• Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Intern: Assist in gathering pertinent data (economic, demographic, industrial, etc.) that is used in marketing the community as well as strategic planning; assist in identifying relevant issues (political, workforces, housing, etc.) that could have an impact on the community; attend selected BACC events. Paid after initial trial period.
• Beale Street Management, Marketing & Events Intern: Monitor and post on blogs, forums and social networks; Assist in the distribution or delivery of marketing materials; Provide support to social media efforts; Assist with the planning & coordination of meetings and events; Event planning, promotion and on-site execution including setup & breakdown; Maintain up-to-date event documents including site schedule forms and action plans; Procure & organize supplies for events; Position will shadow marketing department staff, offer input into projects, will be invited to meetings and may be asked to assist other departments.

• Binghampton Development Corporation HR/Case Management Intern:  The Binghampton Development Corporation (BDC) is a faith-based non-profit community development corporation working to improve the quality of life in the Binghampton community of Memphis TN. Since July 2003, the BDC has pursued a strategy to support the revitalization of this historic neighborhood through housing, economic development and empowerment programs for those plagued by issues of systemic poverty.  The HR/Casee Management intern will support coordination including; walking trainees through legal issues, insurance, driver’s license, banking, and interacting with other like-minded agencies. Paid

• Binghampton Development Corporation Logistics/Supply Chain Intern:  The Binghampton Development Corporation (BDC) is a faith-based non-profit community development corporation working to improve the quality of life in the Binghampton community of Memphis TN. Since July 2003, the BDC has pursued a strategy to support the revitalization of this historic neighborhood through housing, economic development and empowerment programs for those plagued by issues of systemic poverty.  The Logistics/Supply Chain intern will develop internal processes and warehouse management system software implementation to track inventory for the 3PL warehousing operation. Manage and coordinate inbound and outbound logistics projects. Paid

   

Requires prior completion of BUS 351, 361 or 371 and Professor Andrey Zagorchev's approval of application. You must be a Business major, bridge or minor to register for Bus 460. Bus 460 qualifies for F11. Bus 461 does not include a class component and does not fulfill F11.

• Boys & Girls Club of Greater Memphis:  Data Entry and Visualization Intern -Responsibilities will include creating easily digestible reports covering data points, including but not limited to, average daily attendance, programmatic data, and missing data; communicating any discrepancies or noteworthy findings to the Development Team; completing data entry in multiple databases as needed connected to our Club sites, donors, grants, and sponsors; developing visualizations to capture the current data points for the ten new Club sites and development trends; and working with the Development Team on projects, such as events, donor stewardship, and other possible initiatives. Candidate should be a quick learner enrolled at an accredited college or university in a relevant field with exceptional verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills. The ideal intern would be familiar with both Microsoft Office and Google Workspace and can handle multiple projects in a detail-oriented and changing space. This intern will need reliable transportation to and from our central office.  
• Boys & Girls Club of Greater Memphis: Social Media and Marketing Intern - Responsibilities will include promoting the organization via several mediums of communication; assisting in the content creation and design of marketing materials; creating and distributing media for news outlets and social media; tracking social media engagement to identify best practices and to strategize our social media use; supporting staff and volunteers at BGCM events as needed; visiting BGCM Clubs to capture “Mission Moments,” guest speaker images, and more. Candidates should be enrolled at an accredited college or university in a relevant field with exceptional verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills. The ideal intern would be familiar with Microsoft Office, with knowledge of Constant Contact and Adobe Suite preferred. This intern must be available to work a few events outside 9-5 hours and can handle multiple projects in a detail-oriented and changing space. This intern will need reliable transportation to and from our central office.
• Christ Community Health Services, Learning & Organizational Development Intern: The Learning and OD Intern is responsible for the day-to-day administration of training activities, including overseeing the setup and execution of training courses and assisting in moderating recordings and notes for virtual sessions, administration of training tracking, and responding to email correspondence. Candidate will assist with other projects as needed. He or she will work independently on a daily basis, with oversight from Training Specialist. Excellent opportunity for students interested in Human Resources.  Hybrid options
• Connect HealthCare Business Development Intern: Intern will help people navigate the bumps they might encounter as they set up their profile on the marketplace, along with the ability to analyze the data presented each week toward conversions. As an integral part of the team building this platform from the ground up, we are looking for interns to contribute stellar problem-solving skills and manage perplexed people with charisma. As the front line of defense, the business development role is crucial in helping innovative solutions make their name known as they seek to new ways to improve the health and wellbeing of employees across the country. Strong experience with Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) required.  Paid
• Dixon Gallery and Gardens, Development & Special Events Intern: Assist with coordination of onsite and offsite membership events, including scheduling, invitations, responses, follow up emails, set up, and clean up; Work with the Special Events Manager and Development Officer to develop membership sales promotions at all events; Serve as a member of the onsite sales team; Prepare and submit written articles for the Dixon newsletter regarding events; Work with the Communications staff to create opportunities to market membership and event awareness through visitorship and MCVB events and promotions.
• Duncan Williams, Financial Intern: Intern will gain exposure to financial analysis associated with bond portfolios, market trends, and the underlying data/information related to computing rates of returns and risk. The position will involve significant computer modeling and research related to various factors and scenarios. The candidate should be pursuing career in finance.
• Economic Development Growth Engine Intern (EDGE): Assist with developing presentations for the Economic Development Incentives marketing; utilize spreadsheets, databases and project tracking software to provide up-to-date information and drafts reports for staff and local decision-makers; assist in preparing detailed research and analytical studies of economic, social and statistical data including research and analysis of the financial viability of businesses considering location in Memphis.

• Epic Pivot General Marketing Intern: Assist in performing market research to define customer issues, ideate solutions, generate innovative strategies, and analyze potential. Compile primary and secondary research data on the industries, competitors, and customers of Studio clients and put results into a report/presentation form. Assignments may include market trend research, customer needs assessment, interviewing, and field research. Creativity and familiarity with Survey Monkey is a plus. Requires a minimum 3.5 GPA and a class standing of junior or senior.

   

Requires prior completion of BUS 351, 361, or 371 and Professor Andrey Zagorchev's approval of application. You must be a Business major, bridge or minor to register for Bus 460. Bus 460 qualifies for F11. Bus 461 does not include a class component and does not fulfill F11.

• Innovate Memphis: Intern responsibilities include: secondary research on subject matter using their Bloomberg network, other professional affiliations, and internet research to look to what peer cities are doing to address similar issues in their cities; helping to facilitate, organize and document first-person research including focus groups, interviews, and ride-alongs; aid in preparing for and executing events with key stakeholders, including City Council, Mayor and Executive team, and Community leaders in our priority areas; financial model research.
• Lexington Asset Management, Business/Finance Intern:  Real estate asset management company, headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, with apartment communities in Memphis, Chattanooga, North Carolina, and Seattle. As such, we want to provide the opportunity for a Rhodes student to experience the business environment of a real estate asset management company, and participate in a variety of reporting, researching, and auditing functions in a real-world setting.  Responsibilities: Audit of lease files for compliance and accuracy, download financial statements and provide reports as needed, assist with preparation of quarterly reports and KPIs, completing market analysis surveys of competitive properties, assist with due diligence on Real Estate transactions, work on projects to improve processes and systems.  Must be a Junior or Senior majoring in Business or Economics with a minimum GPA of 2.75, advanced knowledge of Excel and strong communication skills..
• Memphis Public Library and Information Center, Social Media Specialist: The student will work in the Library’s Marketing Department under the guidance and supervision of the Library’s Public Relations Supervisor. Duties will include developing the social media plan, contributing to the development of Library social media policies and procedures, and ultimately launching the Library’s marketing efforts through Twitter. This endeavor requires the student to develop, with supervisor assistance and approval, tweets that promote increased Library customer awareness, knowledge, and participation of and in the Library’s various services and programs. The student also will develop strategies to increase customers’ interaction with the Library’s social media pages.
• Memphis Zoo, Marketing & Public Relations Intern: Perform analysis of marketing and sales data.  Seek and analyze competitor marketing and sales material both on and offline.  Prepare presentations and aide in effective and direct company to client marketing.  Provide support to social media efforts and maintain tracking report of public relations activity.
• Memphis Zoo, Human Resources Intern: Coordinate employee relations programs “PAWS for Applause,” townhalls and monthly Zoo talks.  Conduct research to assist in the creation of soft skill training materials: communication, leadership, and interviewing skills.  The intern will update and maintain internal communication boards, create and maintain communication pieces for various “in-house” communication devices such as information boards, posters, and TMTV.  Assist with New Team Member orientation and onboarding.
• Memphis Zoo, Finance & Accounting Intern: This position partners with management of other departments to prepare various financial reports by department, programs or projects to measure financial success.  Intern will research market trends, accounting pronouncements, financial analysis tools, and various nonfinancial topics to assist decision making.  Prepare staff/vendors requests, receive items into and/or retrieve claimed items from Lost and Found, and process change collected from wishing wells and fountains.
• Metal Museum, Operations Intern:  The Metal Museum offers a range of internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students interested in careers related to curation, museum education, marketing, and studio art. Interns will gain professional skills and learn about museum practice. Each intern is placed in one of the Museum's departments under the supervision of a full-time staff member.  The Operations intern will assist the Operations staff to complete independent projects and/or provide support to other departments. Projects may include managing visitor communications, coordinating front of house coverages and internal meetings, managing inventory, data entry, data management, streamlining processes, and research. This role provides a great deal of scope for independent working and developing professional skills
• Music Box, Business Development Intern:  Main tasks: exploring strategic partnerships, customer acquisition projects, customer retention projects, engagement strategy, marketing projects, budget development and management. Planning prep, and support for various off-site events, like camp, career, service fairs, and regional concerts and competitions. Assist in looking and applying for grants.
• Music Box, Human Resources Intern:   Development, curation and management of interview guides, educator checklists, job aids, standard operating procedures, training materials, events and manuals. Help maintaining company compliance with the latest government regulations.  For students interested in management or human resources.
• Music Box, Marketing Intern:  Design and execution of customer and employee acquisition and retention incentive programs, like leaderboards, promotions, and multi-channel, multi-touch marketing campaigns. Scripting, organizing, filming and producing the Customer Testimonial Videos and assets for digital channels and events. Help find grants, competitions, and awards opportunities.

• Myers Commercial Real Estate Intern:  Myers Commercial Real Estate has been a family-owned commercial real estate firm serving the Mid-South for over 30 years. Intern will gain experience in retail market analysis, tenant mix analysis, lease administration, site selection, property tours, financial modeling and database management among other things.  Paid

Requires prior completion of BUS 351, 361, or 371 and Professor Andrey Zagorchev's approval of application. You must be a Business major, bridge or minor to register for Bus 460. Bus 460 qualifies for F11. Bus 461 does not include a class component and does not fulfill F11.

• Overton Park Shell, Operations Intern: The Operations Intern will gain major experience in the areas of nonprofit management, operations of the facility, nonprofit policies and procedures, systems management and more. The intern will act in an assistant role to the whole Operations team, and may help with a number of projects such as managing timelines and project deliverables, tracking major work in the facility, editing operational manuals and more.
• Race for Reconciliation Strategic Growth Internship:  This intern would have a two-fold focus in the creation of our second platform as R4R taps into the bridge building aspect of music through the launch of a Unite Memphis concert as well as evaluating, improving, and designing organization-wide best practices and processes to match growth. Looking for innovative students focused on using data and analysis to drive strategy.  
• Shelby County Division of Community Services, Outreach Specialist: This position is responsible for attending marketing and outreach events to increase awareness and utilization of programs within the Division of Community Services (DCS).
• Start Co., Operations Intern: ADD NEW DESCRIPTION.  Remote
• TapRoute, Marketing Intern:  The TapRoute mission is to promote general well-being through the health and community benefits of outdoor activities. TapRoute’s primary service is a directory of individuals, businesses, churches or other organizations (a Tap) that provide a “water stop” for anyone out exercising – that could be someone on a 20 mile run or a half mile walk with a pet.  The TapRoute Marketing Intern will focus on content marketing, social media KPI reporting and guerilla marketing tactics.  Requires the completion of at least one Marketing class. Hybrid options
• Thistle & Bee Intern:  Opportunities to work in our Social Justice Enterprise. Opportunities include to work alongside our survivors in the production of our honey-based products, assist with the marketing and sales growth plan for the retail and wholesale divisions of the program.  One volunteer opportunity to assist in the development and implementation of the new fundraising program for teams and civic groups using our products.  Interns needed to help lead our market and festival programs.  Interns must be able to pass a background check.
• Thrive Memphis, Program Management/Marketing Intern: The intern will work on projects for the executive director, program director, and program coordinator. He or she will also assist with marketing, business, strategic plans and with program development marketing materials. The intern will attend marketing committee meetings, and work on online and print media. (Must have technology experience with a variety of different software). Interns will attend marketing seminars and meetings at local schools in order to recruit participants.

Requires students to meet with Professor Catie Welsh to discuss interest and secure approval of application. Computer Science 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Code Crew: Assist high school students in after school programs with programming and technology assignments. Paid

• IMC, Java and Web Development Intern: IMC Companies is a rapidly growing Transportation and Logistics service provider headquartered in Memphis, TN focused on the international intermodal business market. The successful candidate will be actively participating as a member of a software development project team focused on automating supply chain processes. They will gain firsthand experience in business analysis/requirements gathering, software development and testing. Additionally, they will gain an in-depth understanding of the international intermodal industry. 

   

Requires Professor Courtney Collins’ approval of applications. Economics 460 qualifies for F11credit.

• BBG, Marketing Intern: Work closely with our top producers on how to identify trends in the marketplace and produce market reports, how to write up comprehensive sales and lease comps and general market data reports., how to publish industry specific reports, including corporate projects and appraisal reviews, how to predict emerging trends by reading local reports, news articles, etc., and how to generate new business in commercial real estate.
• Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Intern: Assist in gathering pertinent data (economic, demographic, industrial, etc.) that is used in marketing the community as well as strategic planning; assist in identifying relevant issues (political, workforces, housing, etc.) that could have an impact on the community; attend selected BACC events. Paid after initial trial period.

• Economic Development Growth Engine Intern (EDGE): Assist with developing presentations for the Economic Development Incentives marketing; utilize spreadsheets, databases and project tracking software to provide up-to-date information and drafts reports for staff and local decision-makers; assist in preparing detailed research and analytical studies of economic, social and statistical data including research and analysis of the financial viability of businesses considering location in Memphis.

Requires Professor Gordon Bigelow’s approval of application. English 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Advance Memphis, Communications Intern: The Communications intern supports the communication initiatives for Advance Memphis through the development and distribution of participant, volunteer and donor facing materials. Intern manages social media content, write and monitors website content, increases online presence and outreach, creates newsletters, print material and other marketing materials, and organizes existing marketing materials.
• Alzheimer’s & Dementia Services, Social Media Intern: The Social Media/Marketing Intern is responsible for the development and maintenance of Alzheimer’s & Dementia Services of Memphis, Inc. key social media channels. The intern will also research to find articles, stories or other content that is relevant in a manner that invites conversation as well as develop and maintain an e-newsletter.
• At Home Memphis Magazine, Editorial Intern: Assist editorial staff; help edit articles and create titles/subtitles; write various articles; gather research information about various subjects and places for editorial content; contact various P.R. representatives and request information and high resolution photographs. Minimum GPA: 3.0.
• BLDG Memphis: New description.  Hybrid
• Church Health, Communications Intern: The communications intern is responsible for assisting the communications team with various marketing and promotion-based tasks. Duties include helping design and create visual content, such as social media posts, flyers or videos, doing social media research and analytics, and helping with the production and distribution of materials. Should be knowledgeable in Adobe Creative Suite and Office 365 applications.**Requires external application:  Communications Intern | Church Health
• Concord Academy Development Intern:  Interns will be asked to assist with the planning and preparation for upcoming events including our golf scramble, 5k, 40^th anniversary events, Community Day, and more. Create and design compelling and engaging content for email newsletters, social media, videos, and other communication channels. Collect and analyze data and metrics related to marketing efficacy and audience engagement. Create and design compelling and engaging promotional content that follows brand specific imaging and messaging. Recruit Concord Academy ambassadors from the community. Archive materials important to the school’s history. Create a database of Concord Academy alumni and develop an effective strategy for engaging with them. Identify, research, and apply for grants that Concord qualifies for. Assist the Development Director in donor engagement. Take on other tasks to assist in the areas of events, marketing, fundraising, and grant writing. Interns will report directly to Robby Lear, Development Director at Concord Academy.
• Connect Health Care Content Development Intern: Intern will write copy for a variety of mediums as we promote solutions from the marketplace. Interns are asked to contribute exceptional writing skills along with the ability to persuades others to take action. The content development role is crucial in helping innovative healthcare solutions make their name known as they seek to new ways to improve the health and wellbeing of employees across the country. Interns must have strong people skills, team skills, problem-solving skills, and experience with Microsoft Office.  Paid
• Contemporary Media, Inc. Video Intern: CMI is looking for a video intern to adapt select content into a visual format for distribution on social media via Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. The intern will work closely with Memphis Flyer and Memphis Magazine editorial and digital management on assigned video content projects to create short news informational videos with dynamic text animation. There will also be opportunities to identify content with video potential that is unassigned, and to initiate your own video projects that strengthen the online video presence and voice of our products.
• Daily Memphian Intern: New Description.  
• Down Syndrome Association of Memphis Event Fundraiser Intern: Pending
• Focus Mid-South Magazine, Print and Digital Media Intern: We are seeking one journalism, communications or multimedia student interested in joining the Focus team to assist in print and digital editorial work, social media engagement tasks, and participating in in-person, local LGBTQ+ community involvement. The intern shall formulate story concepts, conduct interviews, and write articles and news stories that will appear with their byline in the print or digital issue of Focus Mid-South magazine. The intern shall also assist our Digital Marketing Coordinator with social media posts, including brainstorming and media management of our growing Tik Tok and Instagram account. 
• Goner Records, Public Relations/Marketing Intern: Work on press for record releases and tours including coordination of interviews, follow ups with writers, distribution of promo copies, and pitches for reviews, online premieres, etc. Keep social media up to date (Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, & the GonerBlog). Assist with organization, proofreading, and archiving press coverage.
• Grameen America, Elevate Intern: Will design and create marketing collateral for Grameen America’s Elevating Black Women Entrepreneurs initiative, deliver direct assistance to Marketing and Communications Team to help deploy strategies to connect with local media contacts, attend weekly Elevate Team Meetings to provide progress reports and updates on outstanding projects.

Requires Professor Gordon Bigelow’s approval of application. English 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Iris Collective, Development Intern:  Iris Collective is seeking a development intern to assist with researching, writing, and editing grants as well as planning, coordinating, and managing fundraising events and strategies aimed at generating funds for operational and project support to expand in its capacity as a leader in the intersection of music and social impact. This position is an ideal fit for a student of nonprofit management, communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field with strong writing and interpersonal skills who seeks to gain experience in working with a nonprofit organization to help them grow their capacity and diversify their funding. 

• Jurex, Marketing Intern: Headquartered national nursing certification company on the cutting edge of nurses' needs is looking for assistance with social media marketing, website graphic development, and marketing campaigns to promote brand awareness. Job is remote and hours are totally flexible. Job includes writing and editing copy on its social media platforms and website. Opportunities to develop creative content, strategize lead generation, and assist in marketing plan development are available and encouraged to enable intern to get a wide variety of fun and informative experiences. Only open until filled!

• Lausanne Collegiate School, Communications Intern: Write press releases write and copy edit various materials including the school magazine, postcards, and brochures; write and copy edit electronic publications such as e-newsletters, and participate in special events.

• Liberty Memphis, Digital Communications Intern:  As a Digital Communications Intern, you will play a pivotal role in driving our fundraising efforts through effective communication strategies. You will be responsible for maintaining a monthly newsletter, coordinating monthly themed donation requests, managing contact databases, and engaging with donors through various communication channels, including email, phone, and SMS.

• Make-a-Wish Foundation of the Mid-South, Communications Intern: The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. The Communications Intern will assist the Communications Manager with print and e-newsletters, website maintenance, design projects, and other projects as available. Applicants must have experience with news writing, layout and design. Knowledge of AP style is preferred. Experience with Adobe InDesign and the Microsoft Office suite is preferred, but not required.

• Memphis Animal Services, Donor Stewardship and Development Intern: The Donor Stewardship and Development intern will work under the general direction of their assigned supervisor to develop and execute a donor stewardship program at Memphis Animal Services. In this internship, you will develop strategy and tactics for MAS to retain and grow current donors, as well as recruit new donors, request donor assistance when needed through well-written email blasts, social media posts, and/or direct mail pieces, and communicate effectively and consistently with donors regarding MAS projects and demonstrate how donors are helping promote MAS’s mission.

• Memphis Animal Services, Digital Media Intern: The Digital Media intern will work under the general direction of their assigned supervisor to create, edit, and post content that contributes to the mission of Memphis Animal Services and is also relevant to current social media trends. In this internship, you will collect, curate, and edit digital content (photo and video) for use on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other social media applications as deemed necessary, strategize about what social media trends would be beneficial for MAS and move quickly to develop content that is relevant to those trends, present MAS animals, animal shelters, and the community in a positive way, and help move forward MAS’s mission through compelling content on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and any other social media.

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• Memphis Child Advocacy Center: Develop, research and write relevant articles for newsletter and other publications; conduct public awareness presentations; conduct outreach activities including media; research grant opportunities; assist in planning and evaluating programs; conduct demographics study and report on relevant new research in the areas of child sexual abuse and social services.

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  Memphis Flyer Editorial Internship:  The intern will report to the editor, managing editor and associate editor.  Duties will include:

  • Write at least one post for memphisflyer.com per week. (There is some flexibility here. These entries can be hard news, opinion, or arts coverage. The editor will give instruction, feedback, examples, and industry best practices for whichever kind of writing appeals to the intern. There is also an opportunity for some cross-publication work; e.g. Memphis Parent.)
  • Fact check/edit for the Flyer production team.  
  • Miscellaneous duties — sending email, posting to social media, and updating annually published guides.
  • Help build the Flyer’s photo library. We need updated photos of all important Memphis landmarks, and any photo of yours we use will be credited to you online and/or in print if it is used.
  • There is a lot of flexibility with this job. Whatever your interest — technical writing, editorial (opinion) pieces, reporting, arts and culture, we will have work for you!  Remote/Hybrid

• Memphis Magazine/Contemporary Media Editorial Intern: Memphis Magazine is seeking an intern to assist with all phases of magazine production, with an emphasis on the editorial department. You will learn what is involved in producing a monthly magazine, will interact with magazine staff and the general public, and will write articles (anything from short posts to feature stories) for your portfolio. Interns will “lead by doing” by working directly with the magazine staff as they interview subjects, research materials, and compile information. They will learn how to edit and proofread stories and learn how the magazine goes from a typed manuscript to the glossy finished product. You will also be encouraged to contribute to our other publications and special projects throughout the year.

• Memphis Medical District, Operations Intern:  MMDC is seeking a passionate and motivated Operations Intern to join our team. This internship presents a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit finance, development, fundraising, community engagement, and human resources. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent communication skills and a strong interest in community development, and a desire to contribute to meaningful projects.

• Memphis & Shelby County Film Commission, Project Specialist Intern: Assist in reviewing movie scripts and identifying locations in Memphis using still shots and displays to lure major film companies to Memphis for production. Work is confidential!

• Memphis University School, Public Relations Intern: Research and write feature stories, articles of interest, and alumni profiles; assist with the content and writing for the Headmaster′s Newsletter; write and produce press releases; assist with special events.

• Music Box, Communications Intern:  Development of standard and ad hoc channels and templates for communications with customer, employees, partners, & community. Execution of monthly, weekly, and daily communications across various channels, both digital and physical, while enhancing automation and optimization practices within the engagement strategy guidelines and strategies. Help write submissions for grants and awards.

• Music Box, Social Management Intern:  Manage and create LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, Facebook, Nextdoor, Google My Business posts. Increase reach and engagement, manage calendars, enhance automation and scheduling, content production and curation, test & learn campaigns, continuous optimization, events, marketing and promotion.

• Music Box, Blog and Website Management Intern:  Help update, enhance and resolve issues with www.musicboxinc.com. Help create, curate and manage a Music Box blog. Creating, writing, proofreading and publishing copy and visual and audio content. 

Requires Professor Gordon Bigelow’s approval of application. English 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• One Step Initiative, Copywrite Intern: One Step Initiative (OSI) aims to bring global education opportunities to the nation's most underserved high school students. Our vision is to be the number one study abroad provider in inner city high school education- granting students the experience of interacting & learning in an international environment beyond socioeconomic barriers. The intern will: Develop content for and manage social media channels (including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram); Draft event and program press releases; Develop and draft blog content; Assist in the updating of the information on the organization’s website; Maintain email contact lists and assist in designing email templates.
• Overton Park Shell, Communications and Marketing Intern: The Communications and Marketing intern will act in an assistant role to the Communications and Marketing team, and will have the opportunity to work in all areas of communications, including copywriting, graphic design, social media, public relations, and research.
• Overton Park Shell, Operations Intern:  The Operations Intern will gain major experience in the areas of nonprofit management, operations of the facility, nonprofit policies and procedures, systems management and more. The intern will act in an assistant role to the whole Operations team, and may help with a number of projects such as managing timelines and project deliverables, tracking major work in the facility, editing operational manuals and more.
• Planned Parenthood of Tennessee and North Mississippi Development Intern:  PPTNM seeks dedicated and enthusiastic interns to join our development (fundraising) team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on sexual and reproductive healthcare, advocacy and education through nonprofit fundraising. The goal of the Development Intern’s responsibilities is to gain a thorough understanding of the different programmatic elements composing a nonprofit Development or Fundraising Team. To this end, the intern will have responsibilities with all team members. Interns will work with administration, gift processing, grant writing, events, research and donor engagement. Paid
• ProfitLink, Writing and Research Intern: This internship will include a multitude of responsibilities -thus the need for candidates eager to learn new skills. Each intern must be a highly proficient writer, capable of producing various compositions such as magazine articles and blogs. The remaining portion of the internship will be based on interests, capabilities, and/or needs, and will likely require the intern to be able to: independently gather information from subject matter experts to develop, organize, and write magazine articles and blogs, write user-friendly content that meets the needs of the target audience, turning insights into language that sets our users/team members up for success, develop content in alternative media forms for maximum usability, with a consistent and cohesive voice across all documentation. Paid
• Race for Reconciliation Communications Internship:  Race for Reconciliation exists to be one of the most positive, unifying voices and movements on racial reconciliation in the world. The races (5Ks, 1 mile and virtual) and concerts are entry-level opportunities for every person to participate and have their mind and heart moved to action. We are looking for a reliable student with a high standard of excellence and desire to make a difference in the world. Student would work with the R4R team for one semester with a hybrid of remote and in-person schedule. Responsibilities will vary based on experience and strengths, but would include writing, marketing strategy and media. 

• Race for Reconciliation Community Engagement Internship:  Race for Reconciliation exists to be one of the most positive, unifying voices and movements on racial reconciliation in the world. The races (5Ks, 1 mile and virtual) and concerts are entry-level opportunities for every person to participate and have their mind and heart moved to action. We are looking for a reliable student with a high standard of excellence and desire to make a difference in

  the world. Student would work with the R4R team for one semester with a hybrid of remote and in-person schedule. Responsibilities will vary based on experience and strengths and may include merchandising, customer service and community engagement. 

• River Front Development Corporation, Recreational Programming Intern: The Recreational Programming intern is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of activities and events for youth and adults. In addition, the intern will update the RDC’s social media accounts. Programing areas include: Beale Street Landing, Riverfront Bar & Grill, and the ten riverfront parks. Separate application required. 
• Room in the Inn – Community Engagement Intern:  Room in the Inn - Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. The RITI team strives to build community based on love and respect, welcome all as an expression of faith, and give hope and hospitality in a safe environment. Interns should enter their first day with an openness to becoming a part of this community, treating guests with dignity and responding to challenges with a focus on hospitality.  Main duties divided among Community Engagement Interns include:  Reviewing current community resources materials, interviewing staff and guests to determine needs, researching untapped community resources, creating a database of community resources, assist in recruiting and training volunteers, as well as other duties as assigned.
• Room in the Inn – Family Inn:  Room in the Inn - Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. In our Family Inn unsheltered families with children stay in private rooms with 3 meals a day. The staff coordinates available resources and assists with the guests' housing, employment, and other goals.
   
  Our Family Inn shifts are Monday-Friday 7am-3pm with flexible scheduling available. Family Inn Interns work with the Family Inn Director and Guest Advocate to guide guests through their case management plan to achieve the goals of stable childcare, employment, and housing. Some students will also assist with programs (group meetings, afterschool tutoring, or a topic in their interest of benefit to the guests). The Intern is compassionate, and is dedicated in assessing the strengths and needs of those experiencing homelessness with proven ability to build rapport.  The intern will gain exposure to community resources and will have direct client interaction and building relationships.
• Shelby Farms Park Conservancy, Communications Intern: Check descriptions
• Shelby Farms Park Conservancy, Sales + Events Intern:  Check description
• Southern Bride Magazine: Intern will be involved with fashion, writing, blogging, and updating social media. The intern should be proficient in Microsoft Office and have knowledge of Adobe.
• St. Mary’s Episcopal School, Communications/Development Intern.: Our intern will assist with all areas of school communications and marketing, including magazine editing and writing, social media strategy, covering events on campus with photos and video, and working across school departments on all marketing and communications issues. You will also work with a top-notch development team on communication strategies, solicitations, special events planning and donor stewardship. 

Requires Professor Will Eckenhoff's approval of application. Environmental Studies and Sciences 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Agricenter, Facilitator Intern: Work with the education department. Much of the work will be during the hours of 8:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. Most of the activities will be outside unless inclement weather persists during the day.  Intern will teach as needed but will be trained for this task by on-site educators. This position will be expected to work with a wide age range of youth on a daily basis.
• BLDG Memphis Intern: BLDG Memphis is a sustainable development organization based in Midtown and dedicated to a variety of community development projects throughout the greater Memphis area. Responsibilities may include communications, writing, research, and potentially event planning. Hybrid position
• Memphis Botanic Garden Ecological Landscaping Intern: Intern will work under mentorship of Memphis Botanic Garden Horticulturist Carson Ellis to manage and develop specialty gardens across the 96-acre Memphis Botanic Garden with primary focus on the Anne Heard Stokes Butterfly Garden and Delta Heritage Garden. Intern will be exposed to diverse horticulture approaches, including sustainable agriculture, conservation horticulture, and wildlife habitat management. Work will be hands-on, and primarily outdoors, using a variety techniques and tools. Intern will be expected to assist directly with on-going gardening tasks, including weeding, pruning, planting, and pest management, but will also be encouraged to work creatively, with opportunities to develop landscape design proposals and/or interpretive material and educational programming.
• Memphis & Shelby County Office of Sustainability & Resilience Intern: Our office is seeking an intern to assist with the development of the Mid-South Regional Climate Action Plan. Tasks may include collecting an inputting data into the greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory, researching best practices/case studies on goals and recommendations to reduce GHG emissions in the metro area, and assisting with logistics for consortium and public meetings, taking notes at meetings, and working on graphics, pictures, layout, etc. for the final plan document. Our office is housed within the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development and interns will have the chance to be exposed to various urban and regional planning projects.
• Memphis Farmers Market Operations Coordinator Intern: Market Information Table; management of existing operations, educates volunteers on any new procedures and policies. Farm and facility visits and with Executive Director and members of the Board of Directors for the purpose of vendor engagement and market promotions. Assist with implementing special events (Crop Hop 5K, Farm Fest, Holiday Market) including; attending committee planning meetings, soliciting donations, social media promotions, managing tasks during the event, etc. Work with the Executive Director on social media content creation and strategy. Photo management in Flickr (upload, organize, tag). Email Marketing Campaign management (organize, verify emails, clean-up groups, photo library). Volunteer recruitment efforts, working with the Market Coordinator on outreach and attending events focused on volunteer recruitment. Other office duties as needed including; filing, assisting with mailings, making phone calls, etc. Hybrid position
• MoSH LNC Green House Intern:  Lichterman Nature Center is looking for ambitious, dedicated, and passionate individuals looking to gain experience working in a certified arboretum caring for plants and trees. Interns will work in the plant propagation center and the greenhouse assisting staff and volunteers and learning about plants native to the Memphis area, how to propagate them, and assisting with growing hundreds of plants for the annual volunteer plant sale. Interns will work under the supervision of the Plant Propagation Center Curator and Master Gardeners to learn the importance of native trees and how they shape our region. Intern hours are Wednesday-Saturday 9:00-noon.
• Overton Park Conservancy Intern: Work with the development director, communications director, and other staff to develop strategies to expand the Conservancy’s public outreach efforts; Serve as the face of the Conservancy by supporting the planning and execution of small events in and outside of the park; Support the Conservancy’s membership program by assisting with promotion, recruitment and acknowledgement of members; Assist with media relations by proposing stories and photo opportunities, drafting press releases, building and maintaining contact databases for media, neighborhood associations, & other partners; Represent the Conservancy at community events; Conduct surveys, visitor counts and similar outreach activities in the park and in neighborhoods surrounding the park.
• Shelby Farms Park Conservancy Intern: The internship program at Shelby Farms Park Conservancy offers students the opportunity to earn college credit while gaining valuable experience working in a fast-paced professional environment. (Requires separate application. Please visit http://www.shelbyfarmspark.org/internships-fellowships).
• Town of Atoka, GIS Intern:  Create and capture data using GPS, over-head digitizing, mobile applications, and by other means with field verification as needed.  Analyze GIS needs of the Town of Atoka and implement solutions.  Design, produce, and provide maps using GIS software or ArcGIS Online to Town Departments, Elected Officials, Public, Local, State, and Federal agencies.  REQUIREMENTS:  Knowledge of GIS principals and technology.  Proficiency of computer systems and GIS software.  Knowledge of cartographic standards.  Knowledge of ArcGIS Online and other cloud-based systems.  Paid
• Wolf River Conservancy Inc.: Assist with various habitat restoration sites that need botanical inventories.

Requires Professor Judith Haas' signature on internship application. Gender and Sexuality Studies 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• DeNeuville Learning Center: (non-profit educational and vocational facility for low income women) Assist with education, grant writing and preparation of students for job placement. Serve as project coordinator for special projects. Hybrid
• Focus Mid-South Magazine, Print and Digital Media Intern: We are seeking one journalism, communications or multimedia student interested in joining the Focus team to assist in print and digital editorial work, social media engagement tasks, and participating in in-person, local LGBTQ+ community involvement. The intern shall formulate story concepts, conduct interviews, and write articles and news stories that will appear with their byline in the print or digital issue of Focus Mid-South magazine. The intern shall also assist our Digital Marketing Coordinator with social media posts, including brainstorming and media management of our growing Tik Tok and Instagram account. 
• Memphis Area Women’s Council: The Memphis Area Women’s Council offers interns opportunity to participate in planning and carrying out strategic actions to raise community awareness and create community change; carry-out research to bolster and inform action strategies; craft optimum outreach on Council issues using social media and other technology including Powerpoint and web sites and assist with Council events and programs including Run Women Run election training, Walk a Mile in Her Shoes awareness event, WomenTalk periodic open house, Women of Achievement local women's history documentation and annual leadership awards and ongoing advocacy and communication for safety, justice and equity in health, law enforcement, education, wages and workplaces.
• OUTMemphis:  Internship opportunities are available in Development (Fundraising/Event-Planning), Marketing and Communications, Operations, Sexual Health, Youth Programming, Mental Health, and Transgender Services.  OUTMemphis will work with you to develop an internship based on your interest and experience.  

• Planned Parenthood of Tennessee and North Mississippi Development Intern:  PPTNM seeks dedicated and enthusiastic interns to join our development (fundraising) team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on sexual and reproductive healthcare, advocacy and education through nonprofit fundraising. The goal of the Development Intern’s responsibilities is to gain a thorough understanding of the different programmatic elements composing a nonprofit Development or Fundraising Team. To this end, the intern will have responsibilities with all team members. Interns will work with administration, gift processing, grant writing, events, research and donor engagement. Paid

• Restore Corps Community Engagement Intern: Reporting to the Community Engagement Coordinator, the intern will assist in developing opportunities to engage community stakeholders and lay people who could impact delivery of services, prevention, and understanding of human trafficking in the 21 counties of West Tennessee. The intern will have tasks and projects having to do with the Education & Training Curriculum, Community Engagement & Events, and Administration, Sustainability, Executive Support. Background check will be required.

• The Testimony Project, Social Media Intern: The social media/communications intern’s primary responsibilities will include: Updating The Testimony Project DC’s social media accounts, posting/tweeting/regularly; Reaching out to other advocates and other community organizations re: about the possibility of 
working together or community partnerships; Help coordinate scheduling for filming with our participants; Work with founders to devise a successful recruitment strategy for participants; Helping founders work on developing a fundraising strategy; Serving as a campus ambassador for the project; Helping develop and implement a community outreach strategy with founders.

• Thistle & Bee, Communication & Sales Intern: The intern will be responsible for helping promote the organization in the community, collect news, updates, and video from all aspects of Thistle & Bee to create consistent social media presence and a quarterly e-newsletter. Will assist with website maintenance, design projects, and other projects as available. This position may also include media and alumni outreach and writing press releases for events. Sales responsibilities include leading direct sales events and supporting production in busy seasons. Occasional weekends required, to be scheduled in advance. Must complete a background check.

• Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis, Grants & Programs Intern: Support Grants Committee by coordinating schedules, site visits, special projects, volunteer support, and grant making programs; monitor grantee partners′ objectives and develop periodic reports on outcomes; provide assistance with the grant making evaluation process; research grant awards and allocation as well as providing technical assistance to grantee partners. (Available spring & summer only.)

Requires Peter Hossler's approval of application. Credit will be awarded through the Department of Urban Studies. Urban Studies 460 carries up to 4 credits and qualifies for F11 credit.

• Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group, Social Media Intern: Responsibilities include: assisting with executing social media campaigns for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram; creating content for social media, e-newsletter; copy writing and posting information on social media channels; assisting in planning and executing Marketing team goals; drafting and distributing press releases and pitches; researching new venues for communication efforts; assisting in graphic design initiatives and executing social media campaigns for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.
• Center for Transforming Communities, Communication Assistant Intern: Responsibilities include developing content and supporting the Organization’s website social media channels (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, etc.), including researching and implementing new strategies and audiences.  Significant amount of interaction with the Operations Manager on developing a digital media strategy and creating graphic design ideas for print, online and other materials.  A part of this opportunity involves making promotional materials such as flyers, graphics, and other marketing material for major events hosted by CTC. 
• Center for Transforming Communities, Operations Assistant Intern: Responsibilities include work with Operations Manager on donor acknowledgement initiatives, provide support to grant writing and research, and assist with planning events. 
• Church Health Intern: Requires an independent online application; please apply directly to the Church Health. You must register through Rhodes for academic credit once the internship has been approved by the Church Health.  
• DeafConnect of the Mid-South Intern: DeafConnect of the Mid-South is offering this position to a capable student with a desire to gain valuable experience in a small nonprofit setting.  This opportunity practices skills related to marketing and public relations.  The intern would help manage social media, special events, design for the web and marketing materials, media interviews, volunteer activities and content development.
• Memphis Farmers Market, Operations Coordinator Intern: Market Information Table; management of existing operations, educates volunteers on any new procedures and policies. Farm and facility visits and with Executive Director and members of the Board of Directors for the purpose of vendor engagement and market promotions. Assist with implementing special events (Crop Hop 5K, Farm Fest, Holiday Market) including; attending committee planning meetings, soliciting donations, social media promotions, managing tasks during the event, etc. Work with the Executive Director on social media content creation and strategy. Photo management in Flickr (upload, organize, tag). Email Marketing Campaign management (organize, verify emails, clean-up groups, photo library). Volunteer recruitment efforts, working with the Market Coordinator on outreach and attending events focused on volunteer recruitment. Other office duties as needed including: filing, assisting with mailings, making phone calls, etc.
• Palmer Home, Development and Special Events Intern: This position designed to assist development officers in their efforts to raise financial resources for the mission of Palmer Home.  The intern will identify and engage current and prospective individual, church, business and community partners through regular communication and the coordination of enrichment activities and special events.  The intern will ensure that gifts, both financial and in-kind, are properly solicited, recognized and stewarded. Remote

• Planned Parenthood Intern: Various opportunities available depending on the semester. See Planned Parenthood website for more information.

• Room in the Inn – Family Inn:  Room in the Inn - Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. In our Family Inn unsheltered families with children stay in private rooms with 3 meals a day. The staff coordinates available resources and assists with the guests' housing, employment, and other goals.
   
  Our Family Inn shifts are Monday-Friday 7am-3pm with flexible scheduling available. Family Inn Interns work with the Family Inn Director and Guest Advocate to guide guests through their case management plan to achieve the goals of stable childcare, employment, and housing. Some students will also assist with programs (group meetings, afterschool tutoring, or a topic in their interest of benefit to the guests). The Intern is compassionate, and is dedicated in assessing the strengths and needs of those experiencing homelessness with proven ability to build rapport.  The intern will gain exposure to community resources and will have direct client interaction and building relationships.

Due to the competitive nature of these opportunities, students who have not completed a medically-related internship will also be given preference in placement given that the priority deadline is met. In awarding internships, GPA and class standing are taken into account. Interdepartmental 460 qualifies for F11 credit. HPA 461 does not qualify for F11 credit.

• Campbell Clinic, Orthopedic Intern: Opportunity to shadow orthopedic surgeon. Must have proof of HIPAA certification within 12 months. Minimum GPA: 3.3.
• Christ Community Clinical Support Extern: CCHS provides primary healthcare to the underserved through distinctively Christian service. This clinical support internship is ideal for humble students pursuing an advanced degree in the health professions, who also have a heart for the oppressed.  The key objectives of the internship are: 1) learn the practical basics of the medical or dental support role, 2) demonstrate competence with patient intake, including vitals and screening tools, 3) complete a patient-facing improvement/service project.  This externship requires HIPAA training, COVID precautions, drug/background check (upon request), and personal transportation.  Typical locations are the Broad, Hickory Hill, or Raleigh clinics.  Interns are expected to work two shifts per week in clinic (4hrs per shift, either AM or PM) during normal business hours.  Interns will have opportunities to shadow provider-patient encounters and tour clinic neighborhoods. At least one spot per semester is reserved for a student who has experienced extenuating circumstances during their academic journey. Please note: Students must have clear background checks and also be able to sign the affirmation of faith.
• Collierville Animal Clinic: Opportunity to shadow veterinarians and assist with care of animals.  
• LeBonheur Children′s Medical Center, Pediatrics Intern: Involves rotations through several activities including participation with a team of medical students, residents and physicians on rounds and in staff meetings, rotations through several outpatient clinics and observation of surgical procedures. An effort is made to tailor the activities to interest of individual students. Must be available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Minimum GPA: 3.3. Before starting the internship, students must provide verification of the following: TB skin testing within the last 12 months; proof of MMR vaccination; Varicella titer; proof of Hepatitis B vaccination or executed Hepatitis B statement; proof of influenza vaccination; clear criminal background check (within 12 months) and drug panel (within 30 days); and HIPAA certification. All tests, checks, certifications, and immunizations will be at the student′s expense. (The drug panel and background check is $88)
• LifeDoc, Medical Assistant Clinical Intern – Intern will learn and assist with both administrative and clinical tasks needed to care for patients. This intern will help support the Provider by learning clinical terms with Provider instructions, helping/learning to get vital signs, learn about the administration of meds and gather patient history to ensure the patient is receiving quality care and service. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required. 
• Memphis Zoo, Animal Husbandry Intern:  Students will be involved in the daily husbandry of the endangered dusky gopher frog and Louisiana pine snake colonies. These colonies are part of ongoing reintroduction programs in which offspring are released back into protected habitat in the spring/summer. Students will be assigned basic husbandry tasks that include cleaning/disinfecting animal enclosures, monitoring water quality and performing necessary water changes, observing animal behavior for signs of illness or stress, etc. Students may also be asked to assist in various research protocols that require safe handling techniques while performing procedures such as ultrasounding, tagging, weight/length measurements, etc.

• Methodist University Hospital Intern (Juniors and Seniors only): Interns will participate in independent patient rounds using a standardized rounding tool. The tool will script questions for patients and family about various aspects of their care and hospital stay. Interns will attend multidisciplinary internal medicine residency conferences as part of their assigned time each week. Interns will be challenged to reflect on their interactions with hospitalized patients and the impact of social determinants on their overall health status.  Further, interns will engage in High Reliability Organization tones and tools to better understand how patient quality and safety is tied to patient experience.

  Designed for pre-med and pre-nursing students, prior shadowing is required. Before starting the internship, students must provide verification of the following: TB skin testing within the last 12 months; proof of MMR vaccination; Varicella titer; proof of Hepatitis B vaccination or executed Hepatitis B statement; proof of influenza vaccination; clear criminal background check (within 12 months) and drug panel (within 30 days). All tests, checks, certifications, and immunizations will be at the student′s expense. (The drug panel and background check is approximately $88) Minimum GPA: 3.3.   Students will be expected to attend a full day orientation at Methodist prior course start date.

  Five students will be selected for this internship and must be able to complete their required 8 hours per week within the following available time slots:  Monday 7:30 -11:30 AM, Wednesday 7:30 -11:30 AM, Thursday  11-3, 12-4 or 1-5.

• MoSH LNC Backyard Wildlife Intern:  Lichterman Nature Center is looking for ambitious, dedicated and passionate individuals looking to gain experience caring for and interpreting native animals. Interns work under the supervision of the Backyard Wildlife Curator and Assistant Curator to learn the daily animal care of captive wildlife including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and fish. Interns will also get the opportunity to design and implement a nature related project and gain knowledge of native plants and animals.

Due to the competitive nature of these opportunities, students who have not completed a medically-related internship will also be given preference in placement given that the priority deadline is met. In awarding internships, GPA and class standing are taken into account. Interdepartmental 460 qualifies for F11 credit. HPA 461 does not qualify for F11 credit.

• Rhodes College Athletic Training: Assist Rhodes College Trainers in providing treatment and rehabilitation to student athletes.

• Room in the Inn – Recuperative Care Center:  Room in the Inn - Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. In our Recuperative Care Center unsheltered individuals who are medically fragile and in need of a safe place to recover from illness stay in private rooms with 3 meals a day. The staff coordinates care with medical providers and assists with the guests' housing goals. Opportunities for occupational coaching and counseling as well as physical strengthening are part of the recovery process.  
   
  Our Recuperative Care Center Assistant shifts are Monday-Friday 7am-3pm with flexible scheduling available. RCC Interns work with the RCC Director and Guest Advocate to guide guests through their Care Plan to achieve the goals of recuperation, employment, and housing. Some students will also assist with programs (group meetings, art class, or a topic in their interest of benefit to the guests). The Intern is compassionate, and is dedicated in assessing the strengths and needs of those experiencing homelessness with proven ability to build rapport.  The intern will gain exposure to community resources and will have direct client interaction and building relationships. Only available for 1-2 credit hours.

• Spay Memphis: Assist staff with general clinic operations including sanitizing kennels, scrubbing surgical instruments, washing laundry, and restocking patient prep stations; prepare patients for surgery, monitor patients under anesthesia, and assist in patient recovery and administer any needed vaccinations and/or medications. A current tetanus shot is required to work hands on with patients.

• Southern College of Optometry Intern: If qualified, the intern will participate in a semester’s worth of shadowing opportunities throughout SCO’s didactic and clinical curriculum.  The purpose of this clerkship is to provide an insight into the criteria for admissions into optometry school, the coursework of a Doctor of Optometry Candidate, and the versatile opportunities within the growing field of Optometry. Minimum GPA: 3.3

• Southaven Internal Medicine, Dr. Wassef: The intern will work with Dr. Wassef, learn/assist with medical scribing, and  learn/assist with medical triage. This position is available Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Dr. Wassef prefers two four hour blocks of time Minimum GPA: 3.3.

External Interdepartmental Applications: The following internships require external applications through their own website. Upon approval, you will submit an internship proposal form found on the Career Service website.

• Church Health: Requires an independent online application; please apply directly to the Church Health. To view a list of current offerings check their website.   You must register through Rhodes for academic credit once the internship has been approved by the Church Health.

• Planned Parenthood: Various opportunities available depending on the semester. See Planned Parenthood website for more information.

Requires student to meet with Professor Tait Keller in History to discuss interest and secure approval.  HIST 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Dixon Gallery and Gardens: The Dixon Gallery and Gardens internship will provide the student with an introduction to standard museum practice, providing professional experience and useful skills for future museum employment and further study to the field.  Interns will assist the curator with researching documentation, bibliography and archives related to exhibitions including art, social history, literature and music.
• Facing History and Ourselves: This intern will help pilot Facing History Together at Rhodes College. Facing History Together is a public engagement campaign designed to foster civil discourse and help students understand the fragility of democracy. Additionally, Facing History Together Rhodes will build a community of college students who are passionate about social justice, education, equality, and equity. The student intern will: help with the formation and promotion of the Facing History Together group on campus, garner the support of campus stakeholders, assist in identifying Facing History alumni on campus, organize logistics for events and publicize meetings, and collaborate with Facing History staff to implement strategic initiative and assist with administrative duties.
• Memphis Heritage: Assist with the many preservation activities of this non-profit educational and charitable organization. Examples of projects may include: writing for The Keystone (a publication that serves as the voice of the Memphis Preservation Community); assisting with the MHI Annual Preservation Awards; assisting with the Architectural Auction; assisting with the Annual Preservation Series (an educational series encompassing topics of Memphis historic architecture and neighborhoods).
• Memphis/Shelby County Public Libraries: The internship provides training in processing manuscript collections (analyzing and organizing materials, preservation of material, and preparation of a computer-generated guide to the collection). At the end of the semester, the intern′s project will be bound and entered in the Library′s catalog, providing a permanent record of the student′s work.
• Metal Museum, Archives Intern: Interns will assist the Collections and Exhibitions department in archiving and digitizing the institutional history of the Museum. Interns will be trained in and will use the database management system PastPerfect as they work to make historic records accessible to staff and the public. They will also learn day-to-day museum practices including object handling and will have the opportunity to assist with an exhibition change.
• MoSH: The intern selects a research topic within an area of interest for research. The intern is assigned a collection of objects to describe in detail. The intern is then requested to produce a "user catalogue" consisting of a background paper and detailed descriptions of the objects. The intern is also encouraged to participate in a field-collecting trip and to interact with the administration, exhibits, and education departments.
• Shelby County Archives: The Shelby County Archives protects, preserves, and provides public access to the permanent historical records of Shelby County Government. Interns will work on processing records, particularly those of the Shelby County Chancery Court during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Processing includes humidification, flattening, foldering, indexing, and boxing of the records, so as to increase their accessibility to researchers. Chancery Court deals with cases of equity, which often involves private property, commercial property, estates, and possibly slaves.
• Shelby County Attorney’s Office: The intern will be shadowing attorneys to scheduled court hearings and accompany an attorney to different selected Board and Committee Meetings. They will also assist attorneys in preparing discovery, filing pleadings, special projects, research etc. The intern is responsible for submitting a white paper at the end of the internship. Separate questions required for tailored experience. Email internships@rhodes.edu for details.
• Stax Museum Collections & Archives Intern:  Stax Museum of American Soul Music is looking for graduate or undergraduate students interested in museum and archives collections, librarianship, history, and cultural heritage to process a collection of photographs, manuscripts (letters, notes, other paper material), and vinyl records, research and write scholarly descriptions and biographies.
• Victorian Village Community Development Corporation: Victorian Village, Inc. exists to create a vibrant and diverse urban neighborhood that treasures our architectural heritage and builds a community that is safe, clean, and prosperous. Interns would help with efforts to develop the Victorian Village as a site for heritage tourism.

Requires Professor Kai Chen’s approval of application. International Studies 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Advocates for Immigrant Rights Intern: Interns will be exposed to a variety of areas with a primary focus on immigration law and process.  Interns will provide clerical assistance, translate documents, and research specific questions of law and policy related to immigration.  

• English Law: Interns will observe Family Law practiced by the attorney in various courts in Shelby County. Interns will have the opportunity to learn legal document creation and billing management software for law firms. Responsibilities include legal research, assisting in physical case file creation, and various office tasks.

• Just City, Program Intern: supports programs like Court Watch, Clean Slate Fund, Youth Participatory Defense, Memphis Community Bail Fund, etc. This work may include maintenance of respective databases, engagement with those seeking assistance, community outreach, event support, research and other tasks related to the programs.

• Just City, Advocacy Intern: supports Just City’s work to educate and engage the community on national, state, and local criminal justice reform issues. Responsibilities include expungement outreach and education, assists in planning and executing events, and support other community engagement efforts.

• Just City, Policy Intern: works with the Executive Director and Development Manager to maintain and develop Just City’s policy strategies. Responsibilities may include research and writing projects; legislative monitoring (online and in-person); other policy-related tasks.

• Juvenile Court of Memphis & Shelby County’s Volunteer Services Bureau, Administrative Technician Intern: Conduct probationer orientation with the child and his/her legal guardian; accept new probation cases and close completed probation cases; conduct Summons Conferences with 1^st and 2^nd time misdemeanor offenders; conduct Day Reporting Conferences with probationers and families; contact volunteer applicants to schedule interviews, trainings, background checks as needed. Assist with interviews and trainings as needed; Enter probationer monthly status reports into Court database; Attend on-site meetings with Volunteers and Staff.

• Memphis in May: Work with the VP Programming and Program Assistant on international program components for the MIMIF; interact with other MIMIF staff, festival affiliates, international organizations, local and international government representatives and the public; support VP Programming with programming research, identification, scheduling, program creation, and cultural impact evaluation. The intern will also support with researching and designing live events, exhibits, conferences and supporting materials. 

• Refugee Empowerment Program: Collaborate with REP staff to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services that empower resettled refugees and immigrants in Memphis. Options include serving as an assistant in the after-school program or the adult education program; assisting with grant research, writing, and reporting; supporting monitoring and evaluation processes; nonprofit management; marketing and communications; and other projects related to our mission.

Requires Professor Kai Chen’s approval of application. International Studies 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Shelby County Commission, Legislative Operations Intern: Provide administrative support to the Executive Secretary-Chief Executive. Draft correspondence as needed. Work to resolve constituent complaints and answer commissioners′ inquiries, furnishing information regarding tasks or projects. Serve as staff support during Commission, committee, and community meetings. Coordinate/work neighborhood and community meetings/field activities. Must be able to type at least 45 WPM and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Professional writing skills, ability to multitask, and strong organizational capabilities are a plus.

• Shelby County Attorney’s Office Intern: Responsibilities include shadowing attorneys to scheduled court hearings, accompanying an attorney to different selected Board and Committee meetings such as County Commission Committee meetings and regular Commission meetings, Steering Committee, Retirement Board, Public Record Committee, Monthly litigation and attorney meetings.  Assist attorneys in preparing discovery, filing pleadings, special projects and research.

• Shelby County Public Defender: The Law Office of the Shelby County Public Defender is a public defense organization that represents indigent people charged with criminal offenses in Shelby County, TN. As the third oldest public defender system in the country, we take pride in our legacy of protecting the rights of those who cannot afford a lawyer. The Law Office of the Shelby County Public Defender provides students with a unique learning experience in criminal defense through a variety of internship and externship opportunities. Our internship program pairs students with experienced attorneys to assist with all aspects of case preparation and courtroom advocacy. Students will gain practical knowledge while working in a supportive environment with a true mentor system. Students will have the opportunity to work in various departments within our office, including the criminal court unit, general sessions unit, direct representation unit, juvenile defense unit, appellate unit, capital defense unit, reentry unit, special litigation unit and the treatment courts - Drug Court, Veteran's Court and Mental Health Court. We take applications for the fall, spring and summer terms on a rolling basis. Applicants should possess a passion for representing those whose liberties are at risk, an impeccable work ethic, an aptitude for oral advocacy, and strong research and writing skills. Visit https://www.defendshelbyco.org/internship-program to get more information about our program and to view our past summer internship classes.

• U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen (D): Assist with office procedures of U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen. Interact with constituents and the staffs of Washington, D.C. and Tennessee. Assist with special projects as needed. Required external application:  https://cohen.house.gov/services/internships

• U.S. Department of Commerce Virtual Summer Internship: https://vsfs.state.gov/projects/3733

• U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty (R): Requires external application:  https://www.hagerty.senate.gov/services/students-help/internships/

• U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R), District Office Intern: Interact with constituents and provide constituent services in Congressman Blackburn′s Memphis office and assist with special projects as needed. Requires external application:  https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/internships

Requires Professor Elizabeth Pettinaroli’s approval of application. Latin American Studies 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Advocates for Immigrant Rights Intern: Interns will be exposed to a variety of areas with a primary focus on immigration law and process.  Interns will provide clerical assistance, translate documents, and research specific questions of law and policy related to immigration.  .

• Refugee Empowerment Program: Collaborate with REP staff to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services that empower resettled refugees and immigrants in Memphis. Options include serving as an assistant in the after-school program or the adult education program; assisting with grant research, writing, and reporting; supporting monitoring and evaluation processes; nonprofit management; marketing and communications; and other projects related to our mission.

Requires Professor A. Kostina's approval of internship application. Media Studies 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• A Way Out, Graphic & Film Design Internship:  A Way Out (AWO) has been combatting pornography and human trafficking for 30 years in the Mid-South region. We have a two-year residential program for women who have been trapped in the sex industry (sex trafficking) and also conduct outreach to venues known for sexual exploitation twice per month. Lastly, we advocate at the state and local level for policy and laws to regulate human trafficking and pornography. The ministry currently owns one safe home (called Agape House) with the capacity to house five (5) sex trafficking survivors while they are in the residential program. The program will expand to include a rural location being built on over 75 acres where women will complete Phase Two of the program. The Graphic and Film Design Intern will be responsible for producing, filming, and editing an 8-10 minute powerful video that will be shown at AWO’s annual fundraising gala. In addition, the intern(s) will create: short 1-minute social media videos; graphics for social media; and an annual report.

• Church Health, Communications Intern: The communications intern is responsible for assisting the communications team with various marketing and promotion-based tasks. Duties include helping design and create visual content, such as social media posts, flyers or videos, doing social media research and analytics, and helping with the production and distribution of materials. Should be knowledgeable in Adobe Creative Suite and Office 365 applications. Requires application:  https://churchhealth.org/opportunity/communications-intern-2/

• Memphis Animal Services, Donor Stewardship and Development Intern: The Donor Stewardship and Development intern will work under the general direction of their assigned supervisor to develop and execute a donor stewardship program at Memphis Animal Services. In this internship, you will develop strategy and tactics for MAS to retain and grow current donors, as well as recruit new donors, request donor assistance when needed through well-written email blasts, social media posts, and/or direct mail pieces, and communicate effectively and consistently with donors regarding MAS projects and demonstrate how donors are helping promote MAS’s mission.

• Memphis Animal Services, Digital Media Intern: The Digital Media intern will work under the general direction of their assigned supervisor to create, edit, and post content that contributes to the mission of Memphis Animal Services and is also relevant to current social media trends. In this internship, you will collect, curate, and edit digital content (photo and video) for use on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other social media applications as deemed necessary, strategize about what social media trends would be beneficial for MAS and move quickly to develop content that is relevant to those trends, present MAS animals, animal shelters, and the community in a positive way, and help move forward MAS’s mission through compelling content on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and any other social media applications.

• Room in the Inn – Creative Assistant:  Room in the Inn - Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. In our Family Inn unsheltered families with children stay in private rooms with 3 meals a day. The staff coordinates available resources and assists with the guests' housing, employment, and other goals.

  Duties include participating in each RITI program to build relationships with guests, learning common needs and resources, and understanding the overall mission and work of RITI.  Assisting in finding creative ways to share our mission and extend our outreach. Assisting in collecting guest/volunteer/staff stories, photos, and video, and work with Creative Director to plan and design new content for social media and website, analyze insights, and build audience. Answering phone calls to learn about common community needs and connect with local resources.  Determining the limits of local resources and research creative ways RITI can help fill the gaps. Other duties as assigned.

Requires Professor Blankenship’s approval of internship application. Music 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• The Blues Foundation Intern: Work with radio staff to help stations get needed show material. Assist with organizing talent for the W.C. Handy Awards and Beale Street Caravan. Help with membership and affiliate promotions. Interns will also work with publicity and media. Interest in public relations required, especially in the blues genre.
• Green Law Firm, Music Licensing Intern: The intern will assist with the Memphis Music Banq project, a music licensing program designed to help Memphis/Shelby County artists file copyrights to protect their music. The intern will host informational meetings with artists about the MMB and submission process, recruit songwriters and publishers, and assist in developing a quality control rubric for music content.
• Germantown Performing Arts Centre, Marketing and Development Intern: Assists in writing/editing GPAC newsletter, season program, brochures and concert notes; assists in concept/design of advertising campaigns; assists in fund-raising programs; write/edit appeal and acknowledgment letters. Must be computer literate and be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Iris Collective, Development Intern:  Iris Collective is seeking a development intern to assist with researching, writing, and editing grants as well as planning, coordinating, and managing fundraising events and strategies aimed at generating funds for operational and project support to expand in its capacity as a leader in the intersection of music and social impact. This position is an ideal fit for a student of nonprofit management, communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field with strong writing and interpersonal skills who seeks to gain experience in working with a nonprofit organization to help them grow their capacity and diversify their funding. 
• Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Public Relations Intern: Assist in writing news releases and public service announcements; compile and send out media kits; file monthly calendar listings; work with PR Director in setting up TV promotional spots.
• Orpheum Management: Assist in all areas of theatre management marketing, publicity, education, special events, box office, accounting. Must have interest in a variety of management areas and be flexible.
• STAX Museum of American Soul Music Intern: The ideal candidate for this internship shall possess a keen interest in the history of STAX including political and sociological issues. Intern will assist in exhibits, archives, and education.

Requires Professor Anna Eldridge’s approval of internship application. Political Science 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Advocates for Immigrant Rights Intern: Interns will be exposed to a variety of areas with a primary focus on immigration law and process.  Interns will provide clerical assistance, translate documents, and research specific questions of law and policy related to immigration.  

• Cornelius Bostick, Attorney at Law: Observe the activities of a private defense attorney and provide assistance with legal documents.

• English Law: Interns will observe Family Law practiced by the attorney in various courts in Shelby County. Interns will have the opportunity to learn legal document creation and billing management software for law firms. Responsibilities include legal research, assisting in physical case file creation, and various office tasks.

• Community Legal Center: Screen potential clients and observe mediation in a law clinic that provides legal services to low-income, working people. Hybrid

• Green Law Firm, Music Licensing Intern: The intern will assist with the Memphis Music Banq project, a music licensing program designed to help Memphis/Shelby County artists file copyrights to protect their music. The intern will research publishing administrative agreements, master use licenses, and synchronization licenses.

• Just City, Program Intern: supports programs like Court Watch, Clean Slate Fund, Youth Participatory Defense, Memphis Community Bail Fund, etc. This work may include maintenance of respective databases, engagement with those seeking assistance, community outreach, event support, research and other tasks related to the programs.

• Just City, Advocacy Intern: supports Just City’s work to educate and engage the community on national, state, and local criminal justice reform issues. Responsibilities include expungement outreach and education, assists in planning and executing events, and support other community engagement efforts.

• Just City, Policy Intern: works with the Executive Director and Development Manager to maintain and develop Just City’s policy strategies. Responsibilities may include research and writing projects; legislative monitoring (online and in-person); other policy-related tasks.

• Juvenile Court of Memphis & Shelby County, Foster Care Department Intern: Assist in the preparation of the packets of information for board reviews; Assist in disseminating material to board members and assist in reminder notifications to board members; Review permanency plans and supporting documentation of children in foster care; Assist with the maintenance of files/records and assist with the “paperless project” to help our office go from a paper file system to electronic record keeping; Assist with the preparation of training/educational materials for board members.

• Juvenile Court of Memphis & Shelby County’s Volunteer Services Bureau, Administrative Technician Intern: Conduct probationer orientation with the child and his/her legal guardian; assist APS Coordinator with probationer case assignments to Auxiliary Probation Officers; accept new probation cases and close completed probation cases; conduct Summons Conferences with 1^st and 2^nd time misdemeanor offenders; conduct Day Reporting Conferences with probationers and families; contact volunteer applicants to schedule interviews, trainings, background checks as needed. Assist with interviews and trainings as needed; Enter probationer monthly status reports into Court database; Attend on-site meetings with Volunteers and Staff.

Requires Professor Anna Eldridge’s approval of internship application. Political Science 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Memphis Area Legal Services: Memphis Area Legal Services provides free legal assistance in civil (non criminal) matters to persons in Fayette, Lauderdale, Shelby and Tipton counties in TN. The intern’s duties could include working within the case management system to follow-up and report on cases, assisting with case closure, scanning documents and filing them in our electronic database, building surveys, and working on special projects for outreach clinics.

• Perry Strategies, Political Campaign Intern:  Perry Strategies provides political campaign services including total campaign management, fundraising, custom election maps, and digital and grassroots strategy.  All internships are currently remote, work from anywhere opportunities. You will need access to a reliable Internet connection. As an intern with Perry Strategies, you will play a role in electing candidates to public office and will experience the inner workings of a political campaign. 

• Planned Parenthood: Various opportunities available depending on the semester. See Planned Parenthood website for more information.

• Shelby County Board of Commissioners: The intern(s) will have the opportunity to see the inner workings of the legislative process that regulates the operation of county government including contracts, consolidated budget, setting property tax and the process ideas must go through in order to become public policy.

• Shelby County Commission, Britney Thornton, District 10:  Commissioner Thornton is looking for dynamic, energetic, and coachable college interns who are dedicated to producing great work and are eager to gain first-hand experience in the local political sphere. Interns will work directly with Commissioner Thornton and key staff on projects, special events, preparation for meetings, news releases, research, county policy, and stakeholder correspondence. In this position, interns will help ensure that the constituents of District 10 are heard and valued. Considering the work of District 10 spans all areas of life, Commissioner Thornton is confident she can create a unique learning experience that is tailored to her intern’s unique interests and academic focus. Due to COVID-19, interns will have the option to work remotely

• Shelby County Public Defender: The Law Office of the Shelby County Public Defender is a public defense organization that represents indigent people charged with criminal offenses in Shelby County, TN. As the third oldest public defender system in the country, we take pride in our legacy of protecting the rights of those who cannot afford a lawyer. The Law Office of the Shelby County Public Defender provides students with a unique learning experience in criminal defense through a variety of internship and externship opportunities. Our internship program pairs students with experienced attorneys to assist with all aspects of case preparation and courtroom advocacy. Students will gain practical knowledge while working in a supportive environment with a true mentor system. Students will have the opportunity to work in various departments within our office, including the criminal court unit, general sessions unit, direct representation unit, juvenile defense unit, appellate unit, capital defense unit, reentry unit, special litigation unit and the treatment courts - Drug Court, Veteran's Court and Mental Health Court. We take applications for the fall, spring and summer terms on a rolling basis. Applicants should possess a passion for representing those whose liberties are at risk, an impeccable work ethic, an aptitude for oral advocacy, and strong research and writing skills. Visit https://www.defendshelbyco.org/internship-program to get more information about our program and to view our past summer internship classes.

• Shelby County Attorney’s Office Intern: Responsibilities include shadowing attorneys to scheduled court hearings, accompanying an attorney to different selected Board and Committee meetings such as County Commission Committee meetings and regular Commission meetings, Steering Committee, Retirement Board, Public Record Committee, Monthly litigation and attorney meetings.  Assist attorneys in preparing discovery, filing pleadings, special projects and research.

• Stiles Law Firm: Shadow attorney in his day-to-day activities, including preparing and executing Elder Care Law and Real Estate Law legal documents. Assemble files for the real estate closing, including contract with the realtors and mortgage companies. Prepare and proof Life Care Planning documents as well as sit in on the execution of these documents.

• U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen (D): Assist with office procedures of U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen. Interact with constituents and the staffs of Washington, D.C. and Tennessee. Assist with special projects as needed. Required external application:  https://cohen.house.gov/services/internships

• U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty (R): Requires external application:  https://www.hagerty.senate.gov/services/students-help/internships/

• U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R), District Office Intern: Interact with constituents and provide constituent services in Congressman Blackburn′s Memphis office and assist with special projects as needed. Requires external application:  https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/internships

• Various small law firms: Contact Professor Anna Eldridge for contacts to other approved small law firms. Must be available to work in the morning hours.

Requires Professor Katie White’s approval of internship application. Psychology 460 qualifies for F11 credit. Student must have minimum 3.0 GPA in psychology major.

• Church Health, The Well Intern:  The Well is a wellness and prevention program for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Interns will provide direct and indirect developmentally appropriate support to children, promote a physically and emotionally safe play and learning environment for children, function as a valuable member of a team-focused work environment, and experience diverse opportunities for professional development. All interns must work a minimum of 12 hours a week. Please note that this internship is a nontraditional child life setting and does not satisfy credit through the Child Life Council.

  **Requires external application:  https://churchhealth.org/internship-opportunities/

• DeNeuville Learning Center: DeNeuville Learning Center is a non-profit educational and vocational facility for low income women. Assist with education, grant writing and preparation of students for job placement; serve as project coordinators for special projects. Hybrid
• Girls, Inc.: Since 1947, Girls Incorporated of Memphis has provided girls ages 6-18 with quality programming that equips them for successful adulthood. Our mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold. We align our programs and outcome measurements to our mission: Strong- living a healthy lifestyle; Smart- academic success; and Bold- healthy decision making and effective life skills. Paid/Hybrid
• Memphis College Preparatory Elementary: Conduct interviews and surveys to ensure that the school effectively serves the local community. Help develop and organize kindergarten through 3rd grade curriculum materials and resources. Manage the parent and supporter database. Design marketing and recruitment/enrollment materials.
• Memphis Rise Academy Charter School: Provide academic and operational support related to areas such as classroom decoration, teacher organization/grading, and daily school communication (memos, newsletters, etc.). Observe and/or co-teach with a full-time certified teacher of the intern’s choosing, based on individual’s interest in a subject. Assist in administrative duties in the areas of academics, operations, culture and special education.
• OUTMemphis - Internship opportunities are available in Development (Fundraising/Event-Planning), Marketing and Communications, Operations, Sexual Health, Youth Programming, Mental Health, and Transgender Services.  OUTMemphis will work with you to develop an internship based on your interest and experience.  

Requires Professor Katie White’s approval of internship application. Psychology 460 qualifies for F11 credit. Student must have minimum 3.0 GPA in psychology major.

• Restore Corps Community Engagement Intern: Reporting to the Community Engagement Coordinator, the intern will assist in developing opportunities to engage community stakeholders and lay people who could impact delivery of services, prevention, and understanding of human trafficking in the 21 counties of West Tennessee. The intern will have tasks and projects having to do with the Education & Training Curriculum, Community Engagement & Events, and Administration, Sustainability, Executive Support. Background check will be required.
• Room in the Inn – Room in the Inn - Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. In our Family Inn unsheltered families with children stay in private rooms with 3 meals a day. The staff coordinates available resources and assists with the guests' housing, employment, and other goals.
   
   Our Family Inn shifts are Monday-Friday 7am-3pm with flexible scheduling available. Family Inn Interns work with the Family Inn Director and Guest Advocate to guide guests through their case management plan to achieve the goals of stable childcare, employment, and housing. Some students will also assist with programs (group meetings, afterschool tutoring, or a topic in their interest of benefit to the guests). The Intern is compassionate, and is dedicated in assessing the strengths and needs of those experiencing homelessness with proven ability to build rapport.  The intern will gain exposure to community resources and will have direct client interaction and building relationships.
• St. Jude Psychology Clinic: Tasks primarily include observation of clinical assessments and entry of data collected during clinical assessments and other tasks/opportunities (engagement with research labs, attendance at didactics, research and/or psychosocial patient care rounds, etc.) available depending on student interest. We will not know if this internship is available until late summer. Requires external application.
• St. Jude Quality of Life/Palliative Care Intern: The Quality of Life/Palliative Care internship will provide a qualified Senior exposure to palliative, end-of-life and bereavement care for patients and families at St. Jude.  The intern will work with the bereavement coordinator, a psychologist on the Quality of Life team, and will have the opportunity to interface with pediatric palliative care practitioners and to work collaboratively with multiple departments. Most of the work of the intern will be project focused within the bereavement program and the intern will have the opportunity to interface with bereaved families and participate in research, if desired. This internship will require and additional discussion with Professor White or Jessica Flanigan before application.  You will also be required to complete and external application through St. Jude. We will not know if this internship is available until late summer.
• Thrive Memphis, Teaching Assistant: Thrive Memphis is a non-profit organization which strives to meet the social and recreational needs of the mentally and/or physically challenged population. The intern will work hands-on with individuals with developmental disabilities and help facilitate activities including art, music, social skills, life skills, sign language, and more. The intern will have the opportunity to prepare lessons and lead group activities as well as helping to oversee cultural field trips.
• Urban Child Institute, Pinwheel Playroom Intern:  The intern will support the mission of the Urban Child Institute by coordinating program activities and managing community partnerships related to Pinwheel Playroom - early childhood enrichment spaces with free books to take home located where families wait (e.g., laundromats, community health settings).  The intern will also gain experience with community program implementation and evaluation and experience working in local philanthropy. Paid
• Volunteer Odyssey, Impact Analyst: Our mission is to connect every volunteer with his or her ideal volunteer opportunity and tell their stories. Intern will match volunteers based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents; analyze data and detect trends among our volunteers; assess organizational needs. This position provides hands-on mentorship and skill building, but also has ample opportunities for creativity and autonomy. Must be a junior or senior, preferably 21 or over for access to special events.
• West Tennessee Family Solutions Good Life Center: Work with adults with developmental disabilities enrolled in the Good Life Center program; design a 12 week class under one of the four pillars: academic, enrichment, vocational, or advocacy; function as the main facilitator within the classroom and community activities. (Interns will NOT be responsible for tending to medical or behavioral needs of individual participants.)

*Additional school placements and/or museum education departments are available as appropriate. Please discuss with Professor White.

Requires Professor John Kaltner’s approval of internship application. Religious Studies 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Center for Transforming Communities, Communication Assistant Intern: Responsibilities include developing content and supporting the Organization’s website social media channels (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, etc.), including researching and implementing new strategies and audiences.  Significant amount of interaction with the Operations Manager on developing a digital media strategy and creating graphic design ideas for print, online and other materials.  A part of this opportunity involves making promotional materials such as flyers, graphics, and other marketing material for major events hosted by CTC. 

• Center for Transforming Communities, Operations Assistant Intern: Responsibilities include work with Operations Manager on donor acknowledgement initiatives, provide support to grant writing and research, and assist with planning events. 

• Church Health Intern: Requires an independent online application; please apply directly to the Church Health. To view a list of current offerings, go to: https://churchhealth.org/internship-opportunities/ . You must register through Rhodes for academic credit once the internship has been approved by the Church Health.

• DeafConnect of the Mid-South Intern: DeafConnect of the Mid-South is offering this position to a capable student with a desire to gain valuable experience in a small nonprofit setting.  This opportunity practices skills related to marketing and public relations.  The intern would help manage social media, special events, design for the Web and marketing materials, media interviews, volunteer activities and content development.

• Memphis Farmers Market, Operations Coordinator Intern: Market Information Table; management of existing operations, educates volunteers on any new procedures and policies. Farm and facility visits and with Executive Director and members of the Board of Directors for the purpose of vendor engagement and market promotions. Assist with implementing special events (Crop Hop 5K, Farm Fest, Holiday Market) including; attending committee planning meetings, soliciting donations, social media promotions, managing tasks during the event, etc. Work with the Executive Director on social media content creation and strategy. Photo management in Flickr (upload, organize, tag). Email Marketing Campaign management (organize, verify emails, clean-up groups, photo library). Volunteer recruitment efforts, working with the Market Coordinator on outreach and attending events focused on volunteer recruitment. Other office duties as needed including; filing, assisting with mailings, making phone calls, etc.

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• Palmer Home, Development and Special Events Intern: This position designed to assist development officers in their efforts to raise financial resources for the mission of Palmer Home.  The intern will identify and engage current and prospective individual, church, business and community partners through regular communication and the coordination of enrichment activities and special events.  The intern will ensure that gifts, both financial and in-kind, are properly solicited, recognized and stewarded. Remote

• Planned Parenthood: Various opportunities available depending on the semester. See Planned Parenthood website for more information.

• Thistle & Bee, Communication & Sales Intern: The intern will be responsible for helping promote the organization in the community, collect news, updates and video from all aspects of Thistle & Bee to create consistent social media presence and a quarterly E-newsletter. Will assist with website maintenance, design projects, and other projects as available. This position may also include media and alumni outreach and writing press releases for events. Sales responsibilities include leading direct sales events and supporting production in busy seasons. Occasional weekends required, to be scheduled in advance. Must complete a background check.

Requires Professor Eric Henager’s approval of internship application. Spanish 460 qualifies for F11 credit.

• Memphis Animal Services, Spanish Translation Intern: The Spanish Translation intern will work under the general direction of their assigned supervisor to translate necessary documents, flyers, and posts from English to Spanish. In this internship, you will accurately translate existing documents, flyers, and social media posts from English to Spanish. communicate with Spanish-speaking media about MAS’s mission and needs, and assist with content creation for Spanish-speaking audiences.

Additional internships are available pending student’s interests. Please schedule a meeting with Jessica Flanigan through Handshake.

Requires Peter Hossler’s approval of internship application. Urban Studies 460 carries 4 credits and qualifies for F11 credit.

• Advance Memphis, Communications Intern: The Communications intern supports the communication initiatives for Advance Memphis through the development and distribution of participant, volunteer and donor facing materials. Intern manages social media content, write and monitors website content, increases online presence and outreach, creates newsletters, print material and other marketing materials, and organizes existing marketing materials.
• Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Intern: Assist in gathering pertinent data (economic, demographic, industrial, etc.) that is used in marketing the community as well as strategic planning; assist in identifying relevant issues (political, workforces, housing, etc.) that could have an impact on the community; attend selected events. Paid upon initial trial period
• Big Brothers Big Sisters Intern: The intern’s duties will include: intake of calls from volunteers and parents; conduct group orientation for volunteers, parents and children; conduct group orientation and interviews of volunteers, parents and children to determine appropriateness & understanding of the program; maintain accurate records on assigned cases in AIM database; prepare profile descriptions of “Bigs” and “Littles” in order to propose matches; selects match candidates and implement match process; identify & evaluate problems related to match maintenance and provide appropriate intervention; maintain an accurate and up-to-date caseload on match contacts, goals and progress; participate in fundraising events and recruitment efforts of the agency. Remote
• BLDG Memphis Intern: BLDG Memphis is a sustainable development organization based in Midtown and dedicated to a variety of community development projects throughout the greater Memphis area. Responsibilities may include communications, writing, research, and potentially event planning.
• Boys & Girls Club
• Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group, Social Media Intern: Responsibilities include: assisting with executing social media campaigns for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram; creating content for social media, e-newsletter; copy writing and posting information on social media channels; assisting in planning and executing Marketing team goals; drafting and distributing press releases and pitches; researching new venues for communication efforts; assisting in graphic design initiatives and executing social media campaigns for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.
• Center for Transforming Communities, Communication Assistant Intern: Responsibilities include developing content and supporting the Organization’s website social media channels (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, etc.), including researching and implementing new strategies and audiences.  Significant amount of interaction with the Operations Manager on developing a digital media strategy and creating graphic design ideas for print, online and other materials.  A part of this opportunity involves making promotional materials such as flyers, graphics, and other marketing material for major events hosted by CTC. 
• Center for Transforming Communities, Operations Assistant Intern: Responsibilities include work with Operations Manager on donor acknowledgement initiatives, provide support to grant writing and research, and assist with planning events. 
• Center for Transforming Communities, Marketing Intern: Responsibilities include maintaining and expanding CTC’s marketing channels including routine updates of website, newsletters, and social media presence.  Others aspects of the marketing intern are to research current trends and develop new proposals for marketing and distribution, assist in generating marketing reports for CTC and its engagement hub network.
• Church Health Intern
• Community Alliance for the Homeless Intern: Responsible for contacting agencies directly.  Intern will have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with and meet many agencies and programs serving people experiencing homelessness in Memphis.  Best suited for student with an interest in Urban Studies.
• DeafConnect of the Mid-South Intern: DeafConnect of the Mid-South is offering this position to a capable student with a desire to gain valuable experience in a small nonprofit setting.  This opportunity practices skills related to marketing and public relations.  The intern would help manage social media, special events, design for the Web and marketing materials, media interviews, volunteer activities and content development.

• Forrest Spence Fund, Intern: The FSF is a nonprofit organization with the mission of assisting with the non-medical needs of critically or chronically ill children and their families throughout the Mid-South. Intern responsibilities will include assisting the Executive Director with the planning and organization of the No Show Ball, Spring for Forrest Cocktail Party, Forrest Spence 5k and Friends for Forrest in Nashville.  The intern will also assist the Program Director with Family Dinners and various programs throughout the 3 cities we service.

• Freedom Preparatory Academy Intern: Assist in the development and implementation of all aspects of building Freedom Preparatory Academy (a 6-12 charter school) including student recruitment, community outreach, event planning, logistics, hiring, and community meetings. Must have strong oral communication skills, writing and research skills and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks.

• JUICE Orange Mound: Our organization is looking for dynamic, energetic interns who are eager to learn about our community-based work and assist our nonprofit in strengthening our existing programming.  Interns will work closely with the Executive Director and team of current resident leaders to organize programming, communicate with residents and community partners, capture data, and evaluate metrics.    

• Knowledge Quest, Community Connector-Boots on the Ground Intern: This intern will be responsible for researching and outlining the most optimal community engagement/recruitment strategies for South Memphis residents This intern will be responsible for developing and leading current community engagement programs and events including development of basic marketing materials to advertise events. This intern will also be responsible for creating and collecting survey research from community residents in regards to the needs and desires of the community-related to education, community development and food access/farming.

• Knowledge Quest, Farm Assistant and Growers Intern: This intern will be responsible with assisting our Farm Manager, with the day to day duties of operating a local and organic farm. The following tasks and work assignments include weeding, harvesting, maintaining aesthetics of the farm and flower beds, feeding and watering the chickens.

• Knowledge Quest, Social Media Marketing & Communications Assistants Intern: The intern will be responsible for managing social media, graphic design, special event supports, consumer engagement tasks, and site-based and non-site-based tasks.

• Knowledge Quest, Green Leaf Educator Intern: The intern will be responsible for teaching GL Agri-STEM curriculum lessons, developing new or additional material from current lessons for Adventure Education time, partnering with curriculum specialist on mini-series among the classrooms, and supporting Friday clubs alongside partner (Agricenter).

• Memphis & Shelby County Office of Re-entry: GED teachers help adult learners acquire the education that they may have previously missed or been denied. By covering five core subjects through lesson plans and teaching them in the classroom, a GED teacher helps older students pass the government-created GED tests.

• Memphis & Shelby County Office of Sustainability & Resilience Intern: Our office is seeking an intern to assist with the development of the Mid-South Regional Climate Action Plan. Tasks may include collecting an inputting data into the greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory, researching best practices/case studies on goals and recommendations to reduce GHG emissions in the metro area, and assisting with logistics for consortium and public meetings, taking notes at meetings, and working on graphics, pictures, layout, etc. for the final plan document. Our office is housed within the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development and interns will have the chance to be exposed to various urban and regional planning projects.

• Memphis Area Women’s Council: The Memphis Area Women’s Council offers interns opportunity to participate in planning and carrying out strategic actions to raise community awareness and create community change; assist with Council meeting and board meetings; carryout research to bolster and inform action strategies; and craft optimum outreach on Council issues using social media and other technology including PowerPoint and web sites.

• Memphis Farmers Market, Operations Coordinator Intern: Market Information Table; management of existing operations, educates volunteers on any new procedures and policies. Farm and facility visits and with Executive Director and members of the Board of Directors for the purpose of vendor engagement and market promotions. Assist with implementing special events (Crop Hop 5K, Farm Fest, Holiday Market) including; attending committee planning meetings, soliciting donations, social media promotions, managing tasks during the event, etc. Work with the Executive Director on social media content creation and strategy. Photo management in Flickr (upload, organize, tag). Email Marketing Campaign management (organize, verify emails, clean-up groups, photo library). Volunteer recruitment efforts, working with the Market Coordinator on outreach and attending events focused on volunteer recruitment. Other office duties as needed including; filing, assisting with mailings, making phone calls, etc.

• Memphis River Parks Intern: The Memphis River Parks Partnership considers the riverfront as a series of connected and complementary parks and facilities. Just as the parks connect to one another, so should the riverfront connect with ­­­downtown and underinvested neighborhoods adjacent to downtown. The partnership seeks to encourage the flow of people between downtown and the riverfront and to better connect with MLK Park, South Memphis and Uptown. Connection could be physical infrastructure, or programming that builds ownership, stewardship or expands opportunity. There are three potential internship fellowship opportunities: Transportation/connectivity, community engagement, place-related equity issues, racial equity, and/or health equity issues related to parks and green spaces in Memphis; Research and evaluation, developing measurement tools and processes, and possibly coordinating surveyors; Environmental science and education, developing Saturday science workshop for children and families.

• Memphis Urban League, Grant Writer Intern: The intern’s responsibilities would include: conducting in-depth research on funding possibilities for programs and initiatives; contributing significantly to source identification, feasibility analysis, and the proposal drafting process; assisting with development of program specific grant proposals; performing grant writing, grant management, funding opportunity research, resource research.

• Memphis Urban League, Development Intern: The intern’s responsibilities would include: Working with Director of Development, assisting with fundraising, producing events, analyzing strategic plans; Assisting with planning and implementation of fundraising events; researching donor prospects and granting organizations; attending strategic meetings; helping to plan benefits; distributing marketing materials.

• National Civil Rights Museum, Collections/Registration Intern: Assist Registrar with object cataloging and archive processing; Assist in research, development and execution of public programs; Research and develop education materials; Assist with special event planning, development and execution; Assist with exhibition installation and documentation. Student must have completed at least one (1) civil rights course at Rhodes. Requires external application:  https://www.givepulse.com/group/internships/658959   Paid

• Neighborhood Preservation, Inc. (NPI) Intern: Intern will assist neighborhood innovation work, working alongside existing community partners to implement national best practices at the local level.  The intern will conduct regular windshield surveys to monitor property conditions, research best practices and design process implementation plans, and help develop internal systems to scale up neighborhood innovation work.

• Overton Park Conservancy: Work with the development director, communications director, and other staff to develop strategies to expand the Conservancy’s public outreach efforts; Serve as the face of the Conservancy by supporting the planning and execution of small events in and outside of the park; Support the Conservancy’s membership program by assisting with promotion, recruitment and acknowledgement of members; Assist with media relations by proposing stories and photo opportunities, drafting press releases, building and maintaining contact databases for media, neighborhood associations, & other partners; Represent the Conservancy at community events; Conduct surveys, visitor counts and similar outreach activities in the park and in neighborhoods surrounding the park.

• Perea Pre-School Intern: Assist with pre-school program for children from low-income families.

• Race for Reconciliation Communications Internship:  Race for Reconciliation exists to be one of the most positive, unifying voices and movements on racial reconciliation in the world. The races (5Ks, 1 mile and virtual) and concerts are entry-level opportunities for every person to participate and have their mind and heart moved to action. We are looking for a reliable student with a high standard of excellence and desire to make a difference in the world. Student would work with the R4R team for one semester with a hybrid of remote and in-person schedule. Responsibilities will vary based on experience and strengths, but would include writing, marketing strategy and media. 

• Race for Reconciliation Community Engagement Internship:  Race for Reconciliation exists to be one of the most positive, unifying voices and movements on racial reconciliation in the world. The races (5Ks, 1 mile and virtual) and concerts are entry-level opportunities for every person to participate and have their mind and heart moved to action. We are looking for a reliable student with a high standard of excellence and desire to make a difference in the world. Student would work with the R4R team for one semester with a hybrid of remote and in-person schedule. Responsibilities will vary based on experience and strengths and may include merchandising, customer service and community engagement. 

• Race for Reconciliation Strategic Growth Internship:  This intern would have a two-fold focus in the creation of our second platform as R4R taps into the bridge building aspect of music through the launch of a Unite Memphis concert as well as evaluating, improving, and designing organization-wide best practices and processes to match growth. Looking for innovative students focused on using data and analysis to drive strategy. 

• Refugee Empowerment Program Intern: Collaborate with REP staff to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services that empower resettled refugees and immigrants in Memphis. Options include serving as an assistant in the after-school program or the adult education program; assisting with grant research, writing, and reporting; supporting monitoring and evaluation processes; nonprofit management; marketing and communications; and other projects related to our mission.

• Room in the Inn – Community Engagement Intern:  Room in the Inn - Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. The RITI team strives to build community based on love and respect, welcome all as an expression of faith, and give hope and hospitality in a safe environment. Interns should enter their first day with an openness to becoming a part of this community, treating guests with dignity and responding to challenges with a focus on hospitality.  Main duties divided among Community Engagement Interns include:  Reviewing current community resources materials, interviewing staff and guests to determine needs, researching untapped community resources, creating a database of community resources, assist in recruiting and training volunteers, as well as other duties as assigned.

• Room in the Inn – Family Inn:  Room in the Inn - Memphis shelters those experiencing homelessness in a safe environment of hospitality. In our Family Inn unsheltered families with children stay in private rooms with 3 meals a day. The staff coordinates available resources and assists with the guests' housing, employment, and other goals.
   
  Our Family Inn shifts are Monday-Friday 7am-3pm with flexible scheduling available. Family Inn Interns work with the Family Inn Director and Guest Advocate to guide guests through their case management plan to achieve the goals of stable childcare, employment, and housing. Some students will also assist with programs (group meetings, afterschool tutoring, or a topic in their interest of benefit to the guests). The Intern is compassionate, and is dedicated in assessing the strengths and needs of those experiencing homelessness with proven ability to build rapport.  The intern will gain exposure to community resources and will have direct client interaction and building relationships.

• Room in the Inn – Volunteer Services:  Participate in each RITI program to build relationships with guests, learning common needs and resources, and understanding the overall mission and work of RITI. Assist in finding creative ways to incorporate volunteers into RITI’s daily life and special project needs.  Monitor Volunteer Odyssey (GivePulse) platform by verifying each new volunteer completes an application, reviews handbook and received appropriate communication in a timely manner.  And other duties as assigned.

• Shelby County Division of Community Services Outreach Specialist:  This position is responsible for attending marketing and outreach events to increase awareness and utilization of programs within the Division of Community Services (DCS).  

• Shelby County Public Defender Intern: Assist attorneys in court and with clients; prepare paperwork for cases; assist in specialized courts such as drug courts.
• Stax Music Academy Intern: SMA is seeking energetic interns that will contribute to the growth and development of SMA students as well as the needs for the SNAP! After School Music Program. SMA utilizes music with an intense focus on the rich legacy and tradition of Stax Records.  Interns will develop in one or all of the following areas: culture and music research, youth development, and/or strategic marketing and community engagement.  
• The Works Inc, General Intern - The Works, Inc. is searching for an intern who will assist in neighborhood innovation work alongside existing community partners to implement national best practices at the local level.  The intern needs to be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products, and comfortable working in an office or an urban neighborhood setting. No experience in community development is required, but a successful candidate will have a strong interest in helping others and improving underserved communities. Potential tasks could include community engagement startup and rollout, conducting regular windshield surveys to monitor property conditions, aligning family resources, researching best practices, designing process implementation plans, and/or helping to develop internal systems to scale up neighborhood innovation work.
• Thistle & Bee, Communication & Sales Intern: The intern will be responsible for helping promote the organization in the community, collect news, updates and video from all aspects of Thistle & Bee to create consistent social media presence and a quarterly E-newsletter. Will assist with website maintenance, design projects, and other projects as available. This position may also include media and alumni outreach and writing press releases for events. Sales responsibilities include leading direct sales events and supporting production in busy seasons. Occasional weekends required, to be scheduled in advance. Must complete a background check.
• True Story Pictures, Communications Intern: Reframe the “resources” section of our website to speak to national audiences. Add, update, and manage listings for national, regional, state, and local agencies, providers, and nonprofit organizations that work in the context of juvenile justice, youth and families, and criminal justice reform. Work with partners like the National Juvenile Justice Network to identify gaps within regions of particular interest. Transcribe audio interviews with individuals who’ve had personal contact with the juvenile justice system. Post interviews and photos in the “stories” section of website. Provide outreach coordination and scheduling support to individuals who want to record their stories. Manage social media content. Identify, schedule and share articles of interest on our FB and Twitter pages. Post project news and notices when new stories have been added to website. Promote events and spur audience engagement. Track social media analytics with monthly reports (likes/followers, mentions, top posts, profile visits, impressions).
• UrbanArt Commission Intern: The mission of UAC is to enhance and elevate the quality of life in Memphis and Shelby County by promoting and facilitating public art and urban design. Responsibilities include administrative duties, assisting in reach and development projects, and supporting advocacy efforts.
• Volunteer Odyssey, Volunteer Engagement Intern:  The Volunteer Engagement Intern role is at the core of Volunteer Odyssey’s mission. Volunteer Odyssey meets community needs through volunteerism and works with local nonprofits to support their volunteer programs. We can better uplift these nonprofits and our city as whole when we galvanize more volunteers. This internship role will work to recruit and engage volunteers throughout Memphis - whether that be students, local organizations, or community groups. This role will document volunteer experiences - working directly with our individual volunteers throughout the community and visiting nonprofits throughout the city to interview and photograph volunteers inaction. This internship will entail taking tasks and direction from their manager and also allows for autonomy in various projects and decision making.