Community Outreach Intern

About LaAmistad:

LaAmistad is a nonprofit organization in Atlanta dedicated to empowering Latino students, families, and communities through educational and life-enrichment programs. We believe in the power of community, education, and engagement to build brighter futures.

Position: Community Outreach Intern

LaAmistad is seeking a motivated and bilingual Community Outreach Intern to support our programs and community events. This role provides hands-on experience in nonprofit outreach, family engagement, and event coordination while working with a dedicated team that values collaboration, learning, and service.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Support the planning, coordination, and execution of community events and family engagement initiatives.

Make phone calls to community members and program participants in both English and Spanish.

Provide administrative support, including data entry, filing, and preparing outreach materials.

Assist with communication and relationship-building efforts with families, volunteers, and community partners.

Help staff with program operations and special projects as needed.

Represent LaAmistad with professionalism and cultural sensitivity.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Flexible and open to working a varying schedule (approximately 10 hours per week), including occasional weekends with advance notice. Some tasks can be completed remotely.

Enthusiasm for serving the Latino community and supporting LaAmistad's mission.

Comfortable and familiar with MS Office Suite as some work can be completed remotely.

What You'll Gain:

Practical experience in nonprofit outreach, family engagement, and community event support.

Opportunities to strengthen professional skills in communication, organization, and teamwork.

Mentorship and exposure to meaningful, community-focused initiatives.

Schedule & Commitment:

Approximately 10 hours per week.

Flexible schedule with some weekend commitments (advance notice provided).

Duties and projects will vary depending on organizational needs.

Additional Details:

LaAmistad is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Internship positions are unpaid; sponsorship is not available.

Ready to make a real impact?

At LaAmistad, we don't just offer internships-we offer purpose-driven opportunities to lead, serve, and grow. If you're passionate about community empowerment and ready to help build a stronger future, we want to hear from you.