Development and Communications Intern

Internship, 16-20 hours per week, 12 weeks

Reports To: Sr. Director of Development

Who We Are:

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School is a tuition-free, public charter high school, with a singular focus on supporting youth aged 17-20 who have been pushed out of traditional schools. During our 1-year alternative program, Youthbuild facilitates a warm, loving culture that uses a variety of structures to build community, such as a restorative-justice approach to discipline, weekly community meetings, and school-wide service projects. Students are empowered to attain their high school diploma and vocational certifications, while receiving unconditional support by the staff around them. At YouthBuild, we work intentionally to disrupt the cycle of poverty and support our students to achieve post-secondary success (4-year college, 2-year college, vocational training program, or liveable wage job). Visit to learn more.

The Opportunity:

The Development and Communications Intern will support strategic capacity-building initiatives across the Development & Communications team. This role offers hands-on experience in nonprofit communications, event planning, and media engagement, contributing to YouthBuild Philadelphia’s mission to provide education, job training, and leadership development to opportunity youth. The intern will lead or support key projects in the department as outlined by the Sr. Director of Development.

Who You Are:

You are/have…

Invested in our core values - Respect, Excellence and Perseverance.

Equity-focused and believe that all students can achieve.

Passionate about community service and civic engagement.

Collaborative and dedicated to personal and professional development.

High School Diploma or equivalent, current enrollment in an accredited College or University highly preferred.

Professional, self-motivated and has the ability to work independently.

Requirements

What You’ll Do:

You will…

Communication and Marketing Support:

Help write, edit, and format newsletters, press releases, social media posts, and other communications materials.

Contribute to content creation for the organization’s website and ensure information is up to date.

Support media outreach and maintain press lists.

Help design basic graphics, flyers, and promotional materials using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.

Development Support:

Assist with donor database management, including data entry, updating records, and generating reports.

Support the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and donor appeals.

Help prepare donor acknowledgment letters, thank-you notes, and stewardship materials.

Conduct research on prospective donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.

Assist in organizing fundraising events, including logistics, outreach, and follow-up.

General Team Support:

Assist with special projects and other tasks as assigned by the development or communications teams.

Help ensure brand consistency across all communication channels.

Maintain organized files and documentation related to both development and communications work.

What We Offer You:

Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Strong community support and involvement.

Practical experience in nonprofit communications through hands-on work with events, outreach, and media engagement.

$400.00 per month stipend or college credit, if applicable.

Salary Description

$400.00 a month