Word IS Bond

Word IS Bond

Internship Program Coordinator

Portland, Oregon, United States · Intern · Internship

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 103 days ago
LeadershipMentoringOrganizational Skills

About the role

  • Job Title: Internship Program Coordinator (Contractor) Reports to: Executive Director Position Type: Part-time, independent contractor (20 hours/week) Duration: J une 4 through August 14, 2026.
  • This role requires a business professional dress code for all youth leadership meetings and events.
  • This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, relationship-driven, and passionate about youth development and workforce pathways.

Responsibilities

  • Build meaningful relationships with inspiring young Black men, while engaging in conversations and experiences connected to important local and national issues.
  • Contribute to and design impactful youth programs, workshops, and events that reflect youth voice, cultural relevance, and community needs.
  • This role ensures that young Black men are placed in meaningful, well-supported internship experiences that build professional skills, confidence, and career exposure.
  • The coordinator will recruit and manage internship host partners, oversee onboarding and training for youth and sites, provide ongoing mentorship and monitoring, and ensure each placement is successful for all parties.
  • The Internship Program Coordinator manages and supports all of these activities.
  • The Internship Program Coordinator will serve as a mentor, connector, and program lead, helping create a structured, empowering, and culturally responsive internship experience for our second-year Ambassadors.
  • Strong performance in this role can lead to a full-time role in the fall of 2026.
  • Our mission statement is, "What if young Black men were empowered to their fullest potential?" www.wordisbond.org Highlights of Working with Word Is Bond Meaningful Work: Build meaningful relationships with inspiring young Black men, while engaging in conversations and experiences connected to important local and national issues.
  • Creativity: Contribute to and design impactful youth programs, workshops, and events that reflect youth voice, cultural relevance, and community needs.
  • Social: Connect with a strong network of community leaders, partners, mentors, and organizations across Portland and beyond.

Nice to have

  • To Apply Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter through our Workable recruitment platform to be considered.

Benefits

  • Candidates with a range of educational and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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