Professional Development Volunteer at Per Scholas

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Educational Counseling, HR, DEI, Learning & Development, Communication Skills, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce, Database Management, GSuite, Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams, Resume Writing, Cover Letter Writing

Industry

Description

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS: For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA Job Title: Professional Development Intern Job Location: Bronx, NY Per Scholas PD Program Internship Opportunity: Per Scholas New York Board, staff, and volunteers believe a thriving workforce starts with equitable access to education. We provide skills, training, and access to employer networks and individuals often excluded from tech careers. Per Scholas envisions a technology workforce as diverse as the customers it serves. We periodically are looking for Professional Development student interns to join us, as volunteers or as part of a school-funded arrangement. This is an unpaid internship. Qualifications and Preferred Skills: Per Scholas, New York seeks a motivated undergraduate college junior or senior for volunteer unpaid internships. The intern(s) will be expected to work at least 10 hours per week for at least eight to ten weeks. We welcome candidates who are flexible, energetic, interested in working in the nonprofit sector, and have a positive attitude. ● Candidates should be pursuing and enrolled in a BS/BA college program with a major in educational counseling, HR/ DEI related, Learning & Development program, and/ or in another related discipline. ● Demonstrates a strong work ethic and is an energetic, motivated, detail-oriented team player who takes initiative and possesses strong communication skills. ● Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce/ database management programs, and/ or GSuiteis strongly preferred. ● Familiarity with various communications platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams or other similar programs. ● Chosen applicants must be able to be on Campus two times a week. Nice to have, but not required. ● Knowledge of resume and cover letter writing, workforce development programs, and technical instruction is a plus. ● Previous experience in assisting the facilitation of DEI, L&D, HR, Communications, and/or related programs is helpful. Internships Duties and Tasks: ● Collaborate with and observe PD staff members in class or during 1:1 meetings with students to learn more about the nonprofit and educational DEI and tech sectors. (As applicable.) ● Participate in Per Scholas PD staff meetings, workshops, career forums, and/or events virtually or in person. ● Conduct and assist with processing data in Salesforce, updating learner documents, notes, and completing general administrative tasks as needed ● Assist in planning special events and other occasional projects #LI-Onsite QUESTIONS? If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application! Equal Employment Opportunity We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. PII Policies Non-Discrimination Policy

Responsibilities

Interns will collaborate with PD staff members and participate in meetings, workshops, and events. They will also assist with data processing and general administrative tasks.