Internships

Overview

For 35 years, students have united under the Student PIRGs (Public Interest Research Group) to face up to society’s big problems, take action, and win concrete changes that improve the quality of our lives.

The Student PIRGs are independent state-based student organizations that work to solve public interest problems related to:

• the environment
• consumer protection
• government reform

Our student-led board has set up campaigns around the major issues students will face when they graduate — from global warming to endangered species, from staggering student debt rates to high textbook costs, from the escalating cost and declining quality of health care to the plight of the hungry and homeless. Students work closely with trained PIRG staff to:

• develop their leadership skills
• learn to successfully plan and organize winning campaigns
• get national media attention

Through the Arizona PIRG student internship program, you’ll get involved in the issues that matter most to you, as well as learn a wide-range of organizing skills and tactics. Internships provide the opportunity to take education out of the classroom, to do hands-on work, to learn important skills, and to make a direct impact on public interest issues.

With an internship with Arizona PIRG, you might work to:

• cut the costs of textbooks by educating faculty about cheaper alternatives
• strengthen our democracy by turning out students to vote
• end our country’s addiction to oil by building support for mass transit and clean energy
• directly address local poverty issues by organizing a Hunger Clean Up fundraiser event

Over the course of four weeks, you’ll learn how to recruit and manage other student volunteers, how to work with media, as well as how to work with other student groups and coalition partners. You’ll plan a large-scale campaign event that will take place during the third week of the internship.

Duties

• Weekly hour-long internship class to learn basic organizing and activism skills
• Recruiting a team of volunteers on campus
• Writing press releases and contacting local media about your campaign and event
• Gathering grassroots support for your campaign (petitions, letters, photos, etc.)
• Reporting work to the field organizer

Qualifications

We are looking for motivated individuals who are willing to work hard and commit themselves to getting results. We value experience with campus groups or student government, academic achievement, commitment, and outstanding verbal, written, and leadership skills. But most of all, we look for people who find a way to make a difference.

Apply

Fill out the online application.

Location

State Office:
130 N. Central Ave. Suite 311
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Website

Visit the Arizona PIRG website

Overview

Camp Civitan is a 15-acre wheelchair accessible facility for developmentally disabled children and adults located in the cool pine country of Northern Arizona in the town of Williams. Here campers get to grow away from home routines. The campers also gain self-confidence and independence while at Camp Civitan

Duties

While being at camp you will:

• Plan activities for the week
• Help in the kitchen
• Help with housekeeping
• Participate in skits and dances
• Play and grow with campers
• Work directly with people who provide high-quality services to individuals of all ages and abilities
• Exchange ideas with professionals in their preferred field

Apply

Find more information online or call  (602) 953-2944.

Location

5008 N. Civitan Road
Williams, AZ 86046

Overview

The mission of Catholic Charities Community Services is to build just and caring communities by:

• strengthening families
• reducing poverty
• alleviating suffering
• advocating for justice to enhance human dignity and ensure the social and economic participation of all

Students interested in interning with Catholic Charities must specify interest in the

Family Emergency Shelter and Transitional Program, which has the only “family” shelter services in Flagstaff.  Students will assist with:

• case management
• client education
• family support services
• PATH Program—a homeless outreach program
• Teenage Pregnancy Prevention Program (Prescott, Arizona)

Duties

Working on community-based teen pregnancy prevention projects and awareness activities. Specifically, promotion of teen pregnancy prevention month, assisting with preparation of Teen Maze event and Girls and Sports Day, will also serve as an individual and group mentor to members of the Teens Taking Action Group, an after-school program focusing on service projects involving teen pregnancy prevention which meets monthly.

Qualifications

Candidate must:

• possess good written, oral, and organizational skills
• be a self-starter who understands the importance of deadlines
• have some flexibility in availability of hours
• be outgoing, creative and must possess a strong desire to work with youth, primarily high school age
• have own vehicle and valid insurance

Apply

Find more information online or call (928) 774-9125.

Location

43 S. San Francisco St.
Flagstaff AZ  86001

Website

Visit the Catholic Charities Community Services website 

Duties

The intern will:

• develop and lead a new Youth Council made up of local middle and high school students; the council will assist in guiding the priorities of the CCCY and will involve
• public speaking
• recruitment
• organizing and facilitating meetings
• work with the Youth Assets Committee to assist in the implementation of the Promoting Assets with Sculpture (PAWS) project, which is based on the 40 developmental assets that were identified by the Search Institute as necessary supports, opportunities, values, and skills that young people need to achieve success; the committee is working with local artists, youth, businesses, and non-profit organizations to design and install 40 mountain lion sculptures throughout Flagstaff,  with each lion depicting one of the essential developmental assets
• plan, organize, and implement workshops and other community education opportunities related to major issues that affect children and youth in our community; the
• workshops may address issues including
• sexual violence
• poverty
• racism
• predators on the internet
• child abuse
• attend multi-disciplinary meetings related to children’s and youth issues
• learn skills in professional writing and public speaking
• advocate for children and youth at the local, regional, and state level

Apply

If you are interested in an internship with the Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth, contact Ruth Ellen Suding or call (928) 679-7318.

Location

2625 N. King St.
Flagstaff AZ  86001

Website

Visit the Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth website

Overview

Probation is an alternative to prison.  The goal is rehabilitation of offenders and restoration to community and victim(s).  For students interested in the probation field, this internship is a good way to get an inside look at the criminal justice system and other arenas throughout Coconino County that work together in rehabilitation and restoration.

Duties

The areas the intern may work in include, but are not limited to:

• Presentence/Pre-trial
• specialized caseloads (domestic violence offenders, mental health, etc.)
• standard probation supervision
• intensive probation supervision
• Recovery Court
• community service

Apply

Contact Denim Bond, Probation Supervisor, at 928-679-8421.

Location

222 E. Birch St.
Flagstaff AZ  86001

Website

Visit the Coconino County Adult Probation website

Overview

The County Attorney’s Office is seeking undergraduate interns to work in the Criminal and Civil divisions. Our Criminal Division operates as a tight knit law firm. Our office culture, practices and policies encourage collegiality, mutual support and peer review. As a result, we are able to maintain a high level of trial practice and provide justice that, so far as practicable, is individually tailored to each case. Lawyers in our Civil Division advise and represent in litigation the Board of Supervisors, Planning and Zoning Commission, all elected and appointed officials of the County and various special districts.  Their practice thus spans a broad spectrum of areas: from elections law to environmental law; from tort defense to zoning enforcement. Interns will work closely with legal assistants, paralegals, and attorneys in all phases of criminal and civil cases.

Possible duties

• Filing court documents
• Aiding in case preparation
• Administrative tasks such as, closing of cases, filing, scanning and other miscellaneous administrative tasks
• Gather information on clients and cases
• Accompanying lawyers while they participate in case preparation and actual court hearings
• Redaction of media and other discoverable materials
• Assisting with the creation of trial notebooks

Knowledge of:

– Business English, spelling, arithmetic, punctuation and grammar

– Office practices and procedures

– Audio/visual equipment and software programs and preparation of same

Skill in:

– Use of computer systems, case management systems and other office machines

– Report preparation

Ability to:

– Maintain composure working with individuals in a heightened emotional state under strict time constraints

– Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public

– Follow written and verbal instructions

– Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Apply

To apply email Meghan Ridgely at recruiter@coconino.az.gov

Location

110 E. Cherry Ave.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Overview

Help Democrats win from the State House to the White House. The Democratic Head Quarters are committed to the continuing growth of a strong grassroots organization that takes action in support of local and national Democratic candidates and issues that promote freedom, fiscal responsibility, security, health, and education. Work locally, build your resume, and become an effective grassroots organizer.

Apply

Contact Chelesea Byers or look for more information online.

Location

201 E. Birch Ave. Suite 6
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Overview

Empowerment Programs offers internships assisting community members to move beyond poverty. Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) trainings and Individual Development Accounts (IDA) match-saving grant opportunities assisting community members to develop small businesses or grow careers. BBE and IDA:

• provide training and match-saving grant incentives for business and career development
• build assets for individuals and families self-sufficiency and financial security as well as community wellbeing

Duties

We’re looking for student interns and other volunteers to assist with:

• recruitment and retention of participants
• marketing
• data collection and analysis
• financial education
• grants development

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• developing systems for continuous marketing and recruitment
• assisting participants with eligibility, enrollment, planning, implementation, referrals to community resources, and other individual assistance as needed
• maintaining accurate participant information and records
• identifying relevant resources helpful to participants
• investigating capacity-building funding opportunities

Qualifications

You must be able to:

• communicate and work with others effectively
• analyze data and maintain detailed records and participant files
• promote asset building opportunities
• use computer and other typical office resources

Apply

Call (928) 679-7453 or look at the organization’s website.

Location

2625 N. King St.
Flagstaff AZ  86004

Website

www.coconino.az.gov/bbe; www.coconino.az.gov/ida

Overview

The intern will be assigned to work with the case administrators/fiduciaries in the Public Fiduciary office. The Public Fiduciary office works with wards who are assigned to them by the court. These individuals are determined to be incapacitated and in need of a guardian and/or conservator to make decisions that are in the ward’s best interest and to manage services for them. The court may determine if the ward needs a guardian or a conservator or both.

A guardian is a person appointed by Coconino County Superior Court to ensure that the personal and medical needs of an incapacitated person are met.  A conservator is a person appointed by the probate court to manage the financial affairs of someone who is determined to be unable to manage their own finances or property.

Duties

The intern will:

• attend meetings with other agencies and the case administrator to assist in the discussion, planning and management of services for the wards.
• Assist the case administrator in setting up and managing ward budgets and their finances.
• assist with preparing ward’s annual guardian/conservator reports to the court
• assist with inventory process for new wards and update inventory as needed for current wards
• assist in research efforts for ward property, services, and finances
• assist in obtaining ward birth certificates, death certificates and other documents as needed
• research available facilities for ward placement
• become familiar with the process for becoming guardian and conservator and the court process in reviewing annual accountings/case management conferences
• assist with the sale and/or disposal of property
• assist with other case management tasks as needed

Apply

For more information, visit the organization’s website or call (928) 679-7441.

Location

2625 N. King St.
Flagstaff AZ  86004

Website

Visit the Coconino County Community Services Department: PFO website

Overview

Coconino County Juvenile Court Services believes All Kids are Capable of Success. No Exceptions! We develop our youths’ Pro-Social Success Skills, Beliefs, Hope, and Motivations that create short and long-term successes and community protection.

We implement evidence-based principles through:

• Youth and family-centered practices
• Outcome-based, performance-driven skill development programming
• Integrated programming and care givers

Duties

We have various placements throughout the Juvenile Court:

• Programming and Treatment
  • Working directly with youth to help develop Pro-social Success Skills, through individual and Step Up Programming
  • Student aide within the Juvenile Court Transition School
• Probation
  • Aide to Probation Officer delivering Step Up Juvenile Justice Supervision and Skill Training
• Juvenile Detention
  • Attend the Juvenile Detention Academy and work as a Youth Care Worker within the detention center

Apply

Send an email to Ian Kalama Ku’ikahi Tong at itong@courts.az.gov with a purpose statement and copy of your resume. If you need more information, contact Ian at (928) 853-4612

Location

1001 E. Sawmill Rd.

Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Overview

You can work for the County Sheriff in either the Detention Services Program or for the Community Programs Planner.

Community programs

The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office works closely with community groups to create partnerships for an improved quality of life throughout the county.

Detention services

The Sheriff’s Office provides inmate housing for local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies and courts in Northern Arizona. The primary objective of the Detention Division staff is to provide a safe and secure environment for inmates and staff alike while guaranteeing the constitutional rights of those being held. This, in turn, is an important part of community safety and quality of life.

Apply

Contact Mario Gomez-Alo for  Detention Services Programs at (928) 226-5211
Contact Jon Paxton for Community Programs Planner at (928) 226-5089

Location

911 E. Sawmill Rd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Overview

The CCSBP has become a resource on sustainable building and development for the citizens of Coconino County and the city of Flagstaff. The CCSBP promotes sustainable building practices, by encouraging the reduction of waste and resource consumption. As an intern, you will be directly involved with the exciting field of sustainable building and development.

Possible duties

• Event planning
• Recording minutes for the sustainable building citizen’s advisory
• Maintaining the program’s website
• Maintaining the CCSBP weekly email announcements
• Updating the Program displays as well as helping to expand displays to other locations

Apply

Contact Amanda Acheson or call (928) 679-8853.
You can also find more information online.

Location

2500 N. Fort Valley Rd.
Building 1
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Overview

Exodus is an In-Custody, Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program. This program aims to provide educational and therapeutic services to assist inmates in making decisions to avoid alcohol and drug use in the future, to make a safer community, to decrease recidivism rates, to reduce health care cost associated with substance abuse/dependence, and many other helpful things.

Duties

Students might provide counseling as well as an evaluation of the program.

Apply

Contact Margot Julian or look for more information online.

Location

951 E. Sawmill Rd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Overview

Flagstaff International Relief Effort (FIRE) is a non-profit, non-religious, non-political grassroots organization based in Flagstaff. Our efforts are currently focused on Mongolia, although we plan to expand our reach.

Since 1999, FIRE has:

• completed six distribution trips
• shipped nine 40-foot containers of clothing
• provided a dozen schools with a total of 80 computers and 6,000 English books
• delivered $610,000 worth of medical supplies to almost 50 clinics and hospitals

FIRE seeks a motivated intern who shares our values and has a professional interest in such fields as:

• the non-profit sector
• public service
• management
• marketing
• international development
• academia
• communications

Duties

• help develop community outreach projects and promote FIRE’s cause
• design and maintain website design
• update literature
• research, review, and contribute to proposals and grant applications
• complete administrative work, including letter preparation and data entry
• create new fundraising initiatives and establish strategic relationships with donors
• develop and maintain database of donors and other contact lists

Qualifications

You must be:

• enrolled in a Northern Arizona University academic program
• possess Knowledge of FIRE’s mission and of Mongolian history/culture
• be proficient in Microsoft-based software (Word and Excel) and design software
• have strong attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• willing to maintain ties with FIRE once the internship is complete

Apply

For more information, visit the organization’s website.

Website

Visit the Flagstaff International Relief Effort website

Overview

Flagstaff Shelter Services (FSS) is a nonprofit grassroots agency serving homeless men and women in Flagstaff. Our mission is to ease the suffering of homeless men and women by providing shelter and services in a safe, supportive and caring environment and to assist them in overcoming the obstacles to obtaining permanent housing.

Flagstaff Shelter Services operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, offering day services and overnight shelter. Interns will:

• develop on the job case management approaches
• learn about various chemical dependency and mental illness treatment models

Duties

Interns are primarily responsible for:

• homeless community member engagement and HIPP (Homeless Improvement and Prevention Planning) intakes and follow up
• documenting member contacts, referrals, and progress

Qualifications

This position requires a person who:

• can cope and react effectively to crisis situations, including medical and psychiatric emergencies
• can become familiar with the social services in the immediate area and be comfortable in referring our clients to the appropriate services
• can use HMIS and an Access database to maintain accurate records and data for both our overnight shelter and our day center programs

Apply

For more information, visit the organization’s website or call (928) 213-4199.

Location

4185 E. Huntington Dr.
Flagstaff AZ  86004

Website

Visit the Flagstaff Shelter Services website

Overview

Upward Bound Math and Science, within the Northern Arizona University Educational Support Programs Department, is a federally-funded program that brings high school students from the southwest to Northern Arizona University for an intensive summer residential program.

The program provides an integrated and challenging college-prep program for low-income and first-generation high school students in the summer on the Northern Arizona University campus.

The intern will gain skills on all levels of program coordination with an emphasis on human relations. This internship can be taken for course credit during the spring semester and has the potential to lead directly into a summer position on our senior staff including room, board, and a $1600-$1700 stipend.

Duties

The intern will assist in all planning for the summer, including:

• staff hiring
• training
• coordination of the larger student activities
• documentation of services

Apply

For more information, visit the organization’s website.
Or contact Laurie Ann Balenquah at 1-800-628-4494

Location

University Field House
Room 245
Flagstaff, AZ  86011

Website

Visit the Four Corners Upward Bound Math and Science at NAU website

Overview

The mission of Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona is to educate and prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. We fulfill our mission by offering curriculum-based, experiential, 10-week afterschool programs that use the power of running to give adolescent girls the tools to:

• celebrate their bodies
• honor their voices
• recognize their gifts
• activate their personal power

Women volunteers from the community are trained to facilitate Girls on the Run® programs, serving as coaches and positive adult role models. Our goal is to empower girls to reach their full emotional, social, mental, spiritual and physical potential. Our objective is to reduce pregnancies, eating disorders, depression, suicide attempts, substance abuse, unhealthy relationships, and confrontations with the juvenile justice system among the girls who participate in our programs.

Internship opportunities with Girls on the Run are available during the fall and spring semesters for women who want to gain hands-on experience facilitating a 10-week prevention program for adolescent girls in Flagstaff, and develop their program coordination and community outreach skills. Special projects may also be developed based on the intern’s professional interests and goals.

Qualifications

To qualify, you must:

• be female and at least 18 years old
• have a strong commitment to the mission of Girls on the Run®
• take an interest in the issues facing girls and women today
• possess commitment to a healthy, balanced, drug- and tobacco-free lifestyle
• have a desire to serve as a positive, reliable, honest role model for girls and women
• possess excellent verbal communication skills
• have experience working with children and youth a plus
• be flexible and improvise when needed
• complete a volunteer application and interview
• consent to a background check

Apply

For more information contact Carri Brandt or go to the website.

Location

2920 N. 4th Street
Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Overview

The CR program is an essential part of the Glendale Fire Department’s service to the citizens of Glendale and the West Valley. A crisis team of two responds with fire crews and PD, assisting those who are experiencing a 9-1-1 emergency. An emergency could be a house fire, unexpected death of a loved one, a car accident, drowning, homicide, mental illness, assault or suicide. Once on-scene, the crisis team works with fire crews and/or police officers to provide citizens emotional support, resources, referrals to agencies or organizations, or transportation if needed. The CR program operates the same hours as firefighters; 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Duties

An intern’s roles within the CR program consist of staffing the CR van during shifts, providing crisis intervention to customers on scene of 911 emergencies, resources (such as water, blankets, and assisting with accessing community agencies for further assistance).

All members of the CR program are responsible for checking the van off at the start of every shift, completing the daily chore(s), and be ready to respond to an incident at a moment’s notice

Interns will be required to complete one 12-hour shift per week. Intern supervision will occur during the intern’s shift; the exact time may vary due to calls during the shift. Interns that are assigned to weekend shifts will be responsible for meeting with their field instructor during the work week (Monday-Friday).

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• Must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License with current address (must provide a color copy)
• Must have High School Diploma/GED
• Complete Observation Ride Packet: email GFDCR@glendaleaz.com to receive the packet
• Successfully Pass Oral Interview Process
• Shifts start at 8 AM and end at 8PM or start at 8PM and end at 8AM

Training Commitment

• 12-24 minimum number of hours per week commitment from intern
• 8+ hours of training in Basic Crisis Intervention provided
• Must complete online classes: such as Blood Borne Pathogens, Driver’s Safety, FEMA’s Incident Command
• 6+ hours of Glendale Specific Training
• (2-3) 12-hour Observation Ride-a-longs on the Crisis Response Van (# of rides may be more & at the discretion of the Supervisor)
• (2-3) 12-hour Practical Ride-a-longs on the Crisis Response Van (# of practicals may be more & at the discretion of Supervisor)

Apply

Email GFDCR@glendaleaz.com to request the observation ride packet. By phone, call either Sara Steffen (623-930-4454) or Sarah Armbrust (623-930-4412)

Location

11550 W. Glendale Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85307

Overview

Goodwill Industries Northern Arizona is a member in good standing with Goodwill Industries International and one of over 182 separate and autonomous Goodwill’s that comprise the largest not-for-profit provider of rehabilitation and recycling services in the world.  Goodwill is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Since 1963, Goodwill Industries Northern Arizona has been a leading provider of

• rehabilitation
• employment
• training
• educational
• emergency assistance

With “Good Neighbor Centers” located in Flagstaff, Sedona, Cottonwood and Winslow we provide services throughout Northern Arizona designed to help those we serve become independent, tax-paying citizens.  Goodwill’s mission is simple: “We turn donations into good jobs, good homes, and good neighborhoods.”  We do this through the following array of services:

JobsPlus provides hands-on long-term supported employment to individuals with severe disabilities. We assist individuals with disabilities to prepare for, secure, and maintain jobs for which they are interested in and are qualified for.  Through regular job support with the individual, family members, and employer we assist these individuals in becoming and remaining productive, tax-paying citizens.

Goodwill Works is an employee development training program that assists individuals with disabilities wishing to work for the first time or return to work after being away from the job market develop the knowledge, skills, and work behaviors necessary to seek, secure, and maintain employment.

One Stop Career Resource Center provides, under one roof, Adult Basic Education including General Equivalent Education (GED) preparation, financial assistance in paying for the GED examination, assistance in applying for college financial aid, and English as Second Language classes. We also assist individuals with barriers to employment by helping them:

• determine career goals
• learn how to complete applications and resumes
• prepare for interviews
• conduct a job search

Good Samaritan Connection provides immediate family emergency assistance through access to:

• showers
• toiletry items
• essential clothing
• household goods

Good Neighbor Connection links customers to vital resources at Goodwill and/or with community partners.  Anyone walking in the door is eligible for this service.

Duties

As an intern, students have the opportunity to work in any of the above programs and services and, in addition, have the opportunity to work in other areas of the organizations such as:

• marketing
• public relations
• business operations
• website design

Apply

For more information, visit the organization’s website.

Location

2225 N. Steves Blvd.
Flagstaff AZ  86004

Website

Visit the Goodwill Industries of Northern Arizona website

Overview

The Greenpeace semester is an opportunity for students to learn what it takes to save the planet as well as gain experience to become environmental leaders in their community.  Please note that there are many other internships found through Greenpeace.

Possible duties

Duties will vary depending on the type of internship you apply for. Look online to see what internship would best fit you.

Why intern with Greenpeace?

• Promote solutions to the global warming crisis
• Stop the destruction of the world’s last ancient forests
• Empower consumers and shareholders to hold corporate polluters accountable
• Learn valuable skills

Apply

Apply online

Locations

U.S. offices:

Greenpeace
702 H Street, NW Suite 300
Washington, D.C. 20001
(202) 462-1177
(202) 462-4507 (Fax)

Greenpeace
1661 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 255-9221

Overview

The Hozhoni Foundation provides individualized residential, vocational, and educational services primarily for people with disabilities.  Their goal is to enhance the quality of life, the self-sufficiency, dignity, and self-respect of the individuals they serve.

Duties

Internship placement is offered in:

• administration/clerical
• administrative/supervisory
• day program
• residential
• therapeutic recreation

Apply

Visit the website or call (928) 526-7944 for more information.

Location

2133 N. Walgreen St.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Overview

Literacy volunteers aim to increase the basic English language and literacy skills in teens and adults. This improves the quality of personal, economic, and community life for all. The Literacy Center strives to be a resource for the study of adolescent and adult literacy learning.

Possible duties

• Provide office support
• Safe learning environment
• Tutor learners
• Follow rules from training

Qualifications

• Attend an orientation
• Be 18 years or older

Apply

Contact Jenelle Caines for more information.

Location

2500 N Rose St. Ste 102
Flagstaff, Arizona 86004

Overview

The LOU Corporation aims to provide excellent care and promote independence by supporting and assisting individuals with developmental disabilities. They believe that quality is definitive and pushes them to provide the highest level of support, professional interactions and health/safety practices to the individuals that receive them.

Possible duties

Depending on what you apply for there will be various responsibilities.

Apply

Apply online or contact Valarie Langin at (928) 527-8898.

Location

5460 E. Commerce Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Overview

The mission of Native Americans for Community Action (NACA) is to provide preventative wellness strategies, empower, and advocate for Native people and others in need to create a healthy community based upon Harmony, Respect and Indigenous Values.

Interns will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with health and social service providers in a community setting, focusing upon Indigenous Teachings and Cultures. Opportunities include:

• Family Health Center
• Behavioral Health Department
• Health Promotion
• Community Development

NACA is adaptable and open to the interests of the Intern.  A Background check and possibly a Fingerprint Clearance card are required prior to placement. Cost will be appropriated by the organization.

Apply

For more information, contact Angel Abeita, HR Assistant @ (928) 526-2968 or visit the organization’s website. www./Nacainc.org

Location

NACA Main
2717 N. Steves Blvd., Ste, 11
Flagstaff AZ  86004

NACA Family Health Center
1500 N Cedar Ave #26
Flagstaff AZ 86004

Website

Visit the Native Americans for Community Action website

Overview

The Navajo County Juvenile Probation Department aims to prescribe and monitor treatment strategies for rehabilitation of juveniles. They also want to enhance the
personal skills and improve the competencies of juvenile offenders. There are
four different offices found within the county, contact them for further information on what an internship there would be like.

Apply

There are multiple different offices found in the county.

Contact

Winslow, AZ (928) 289-6810
Snowflake, AZ (928) 536-2345
Show Low, AZ (928) 532-6020
Holbrook, AZ (928) 524-4710

Visit the Navajo County Juvenile Probation Department’s website.

Overview

The mission of NACRC is to increase the number of students who apply to, are admitted by, and attend post-secondary education by providing students and their families with:

• appropriate information
• technical assistance
• advice
• referrals

Services also include a variety of workshops and other community events to promote awareness of and access to post-secondary education.

Duties

We are flexible about what your interests are and in what ways you would like to be involved with the NACRC. Internship positions are available in areas such as:

• media coordinator
• outreach coordinator
• SAT/ACT test prep tutor
• workshop facilitator and assistant
• center assistant

Apply

For more information, visit the organization’s website or contact NACRC at (928) 523-1803 or nacrc@nau.edu

Location

1124 S. Knoles Dr., Cowden Hall (building 38, room 107)
Flagstaff, AZ 86011

Website

Visit the Northern Arizona College Resource Center (NACRC) website

Overview

The Office of Sustainability is seeking students for non-paid internships that may qualify for class credit. The program is open to either undergraduate or graduate students.

Duties

Some of the sustainability project ideas include:

• Communications: Press release/publicity intern, webmaster
• Environmental: Recycling and Earth Day coordinator
• Engineering:   Metering of campus building, insulation value of the living grass roof on the ARD building, solar thermal array output on the ARD building
• Business:  Historical financial reports on the university’s energy costs vs. number of students/faculty/staff
• Biology: Transform ARD’s retention basin into a permanent wetland for future studies
• Construction Management:  Performance of the pervious concrete at ARD
• Psychology:  Compare sick days of employees in LEED Certified vs. non-certified buildings on campus
• Anthropology:  Compare modern LEED building techniques with those used by native people (example:  Montezuma Castle)

Apply

If you are interested please contact Nick Koressel or look online.

Location

43 S. San Francisco St.
Flagstaff AZ  86001

Overview

The Northland Family Help Center provides safe haven, advocacy, and education for people living in unhealthy and violent relationships.  We envision a community where:

• all people live in safety
• all forms of violence have been eradicated
• healthy families and individuals serve as the foundation of a vibrant and productive community

Qualifications

All interns at Northland Family must be at least 18 years old and able to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.

Duties

NFHC’s Women’s Shelter provides safe shelter, advocacy, and life skills training to women and their children affected by domestic violence. Interns are expected to complete a special project while at Northland Family. Interns may be asked to:

• answer the crisis line
• assist with adult groups
• assist with paperwork
• sort donations
• help to keep the shelter clean and organized

The Children’s Shelter provides:

• shelter and respite care
• family reunification
• case management and life skills training

Interns may be asked to:

• shadow and assist Behavioral Health Workers in providing direct care to the clients
• facilitate life education groups and recreational activities
• assist with paperwork

Our Community Education Program provides interactive presentations and trainings targeting rape prevention to children, teens and young adults.  Interns may be asked to:

• assist with training and general office tasks
• plan and organize events

Apply

For more information, visit the organization’s website.

For more information

Call 928-527-1900 for details on location, etc.

Website

Visit the Northland Family Help Center website

Overview

Internships at the Phoenix Art Museum provide undergraduate and graduate students with opportunities to work on projects with the museum staff. They also provide insight on museum work, museum staff, departments, programs, and the operations.

Duties

There will be different responsibilities depending on the internship you apply for. These are a few possibilities.

• Attend weekly professional development classes
• Follow their departmental duties

Qualifications

• Must be undergraduate or recent graduate
• Must be at Junior-year status at university
• International applicants must be enrolled at a college or university in US and possess a valid student visa

Apply

Apply online. For more information contact Christian Adame.

Location

1625 N. Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004-1685

Overview

The internship is a collaborative position between Planned Parenthood Arizona and Arizona List, a Political Action Committee that endorses pro-choice, Democratic women to local and state office in Arizona. Arizona List is a grassroots donor network. We recruit, mentor, and help elect progressive women across the state.

VOX: Voices for Planned Parenthood is a national program sponsored by the Planned Parenthood Federation of America that offers a pro-choice voice on college campuses across the United States.  VOX was created in order to build a future of pro-choice leaders and to further the pro-choice movement at a local level.

This internship is an unpaid position for a student seeking experience in the field of grassroots advocacy and organizing. The intern will gain highly marketable experience in a professional atmosphere while simultaneously promoting pro-choice values within the Arizona community.  The intern is welcome to attend various PPAZ and Arizona List trainings as their schedule permits, with approval from the Internship Coordinators.

Additionally, if the intern meets the goals of the internship, he or she may have the opportunity to receive a free trip to Washington D.C. to attend the EMILY’s List conference. Trip is contingent on the intern’s performance and goal accomplishment.

The intern will report directly to the internship coordinators, who will provide supervision, direction, and feedback as necessary. The intern may also work in conjunction with other Planned Parenthood and Arizona List staff and local board members as needed.

The intern in this position will work both on the Northern Arizona University campus as well as surrounding community, and occasionally at the Planned Parenthood health center in Flagstaff.

The internship usually extends the length of one semester; beyond that, the length of the internship is negotiable.  The intern must be able to commit a minimum 10 hours per week.  Weekend and evening availability required.

Duties

The intern will:

• recruit, coordinate, and motivate volunteers
• lead tabling and crowd canvassing activities, phone banks, activist meetings, and training with assistance from PPAZ and Arizona List staff
• continue building the pro-choice movement through phone outreach and developing relationships with allied organizations
• attend pro-choice and/or progressive campus and community meetings as a VOX/Arizona List representative
• attend training and some statewide meetings/events
• create publicity materials as needed for local activities and programs
• perform and develop other projects and duties as needed and agreed upon.
• plan and work 1-2 Arizona List events in conjunction with staff and local board members
• Arizona List membership cultivation
• work in conjunction with the community groups as a volunteer for various projects (Permanent Early Voting, Women’s Vote Project)

Qualifications

The intern should have:

• a strong commitment to and/or experience with the pro-choice movement and support for the mission of Planned Parenthood of Arizona and Arizona List
• an interest in political action, grassroots organization and movement building
• be currently enrolled in any undergraduate or graduate degree program
• the ability to work independently, prioritize, and handle a variety of projects simultaneously
• outgoing, dynamic, and flexible personality
• commanding verbal and written communication skills

Apply

For more information, visit the organization’s website.

Location

1530 S Riordan Ranch Rd.
Flagstaff AZ  86001

Website

Visit the Planned Parenthood website

Overview

The Siena School for Liberal Arts is a cultural institute which offers students to become a vital part of their ongoing cultural and social work. Classes will provide the instruments and insight you need to make a connection and leave a mark on the city. The Siena School offers group activities, volunteering, and two libraries

Qualifications

Students interested in working at a local home for the elderly or center for psychiatric rehabilitation need:

• At least an intermediate level of Italian

Students who do not have an advanced level of Italian may complete a comparable research project.

Apply

Apply online.

Location

Via Tommaso Pendola, 37 – 53100
Siena, Italy

Overview

This program offers over 50 State of Arizona government agencies that are looking for interns. This provides valuable on-the-job experience that helps students satisfy educational goals while preparing for a professional career.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to agency work hours, policies, procedures, and rules of governing professional behavior
• Adhere to state rules and policies governing the observation of confidentiality
• Assume personal and professional responsibilities for activities and actions
• Maintain internal and external professional relationships
• Relate and apply knowledge acquired in the academic setting to assignments and projects
• Be consistent and punctual in the submission of all project assignments

Apply

Contact Susan Laurence for application instructions and more information.

Location

100 N. 15th Ave. Suite #102
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Overview

St. Mary’s Food Bank is the world’s first non-sectarian, nonprofit food bank. They serve two-thirds of Arizona’s 15 counties and aims to alleviate hunger through the gathering and distribution of food while encouraging self-sufficiency, collaboration, advocacy, and education.

Responsibilities

This internship would suggest that you work 20 – 25 hours a week. The hours are not set in stone; they are not limited to and flexible. These are an idea of possible responsibilities; please note that there may be additional ones.

• Recruitment of volunteers throughout Flagstaff
• Attend community outreach events in promotion of food bank and volunteer opportunities
• Create marketing tools for community distribution, including online promotion
• Coordination of scheduling groups via online calendar and phone
• Assist with volunteer intake
• Minimal administrative work with volunteer paperwork, organizations of group files, and tracking hours

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills
• Attention to detail
• Service-minded
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Comfortable working with larger groups managing and leading
• Motivated and eager to learn

Apply

Contact Mariah at (877) 249-3033 if interested.
Or visit St. Mary’s Food Bank for more information.

Location

201 E. Birch Ave., Suite 14
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Overview

Work with the SCA on projects that deal with major challenges in nature.

• Live and work in new places
• Make new friends
• Explore Career options
• Make career connections
• Make an impact on the planet

Possible duties

Depending on which program you get into there are different responsibilities.

Apply

Apply online.
For more information call (603) 543-1700 or email the SCA.

Location

SCA National Office
4245 North Fairfax Drive
Suite 825
Arlington, VA 22203

Overview

The United States probation office wants to provide a unique opportunity for students to increase their knowledge of issues involving the federal criminal justice system through non-paid internships.

Duties

There would be multiple duties, here are a couple of duties.

• Supervision of offenders
• Presentence investigations

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or social work program
• Minimum GPA of 2.5

Apply

Apply online or contact Kelli Heitkam at (602) 682-4336 for more information

Location

123 North San Francisco Street
Flagstaff, AZ 86001-5296

Overview

The U.S. Department of State offers two programs for students interested on working in a foreign affairs environment. It provides the opportunity to work in U.S. Embassies throughout the world, as well as various places in Washington D.C.

Duties

Depending on the internship there will be different responsibilities.

Apply

Go online to apply.

Location

2201 C St NW
Washington, DC 20520

Overview

Victim/Witness Services (V/WS) is a private, non-profit, non-governmental agency consisting of full- and part-time staff, volunteer victim advocates, and student interns working together to support victims throughout the criminal or juvenile justice process.

V/WS assists victims of crimes and crisis occurring within Coconino County, including:

• Homicide
• aggravated assault
• domestic violence
• sexual assault
• armed robbery
• child physical and sexual abuse
• DUI crimes with fatalities or injuries

Services include:

• immediate crisis intervention
• crisis counseling
• court escort
• transportation to/from court
• child care while testifying in court
• assistance with victim compensation benefits
• social service agency referrals
• information on Arizona Victims’ Rights laws
• victim and witness advocacy
• follow-up support
• community education/public information

These services are designed to help victims/witnesses and their families recover from the initial trauma of a crime and to cope with the difficulties and confusion involved in the criminal justice process.

Duties

Interns will be able to learn most aspects of a victim/witness program and may eventually manage a small caseload (with staff assistance and depending of number of internship hours per week).  Interns will be expected to assist with data entry and clerical work.

Qualifications

V/WS prefers students who are:

1. All interns must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree.
2. All interns must attend a 20-hour Crisis Response Training. Those who wish to participate in the Crisis Response Team will need to complete an additional 20 hours of training in topics related to crisis response.
3. All interns must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain an AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card through the Department of Public Safety.
4. All interns must be able to follow all VWS policies, including client confidentiality, the Intern Professionalism policy, and other policies that apply to the program (a hand book is available for interns).
5. If the intern qualifies to be part of the crisis response team, they must have a valid drivers license, access to a safe vehicle for on call shifts, and proof of insurance.
6. All interns may be asked to use a personal mobile device for office communication (not with clients!), including being able to access their agency email accounts and calendars.
7. We prefer that advocacy interns be 21 years of age or older. All interns should have completed, or plan to complete by the end of the semester, at least two years (4 semesters) of undergraduate study (not necessarily consecutively).

Apply

If you would like to apply to the program, please send a resume and cover letter to Courtney. The cover letter should address these topics:

1. Your career goals (even if they are still pretty fuzzy, what direction do you want to go in?);
2. What you hope to gain from an internship;
3. What goals do you have for an internship; and
4. Why do you want to intern at Victim Witness Services specifically (as opposed to other options)?

Website

Visit the Victim/Witness Services for Coconino County website 

Overview

In loving remembrance of Curtis “Whale” Hansen, the Whale Foundation provides:

• confidential access to mental and physical health care professionals
• a network of support services designed to restore, promote, and celebrate the well-being of the Grand Canyon River Guiding Community

The Whale Foundation (WF) is a non-profit (501 c-3) organization dedicated providing Grand Canyon river guides with access to a variety of direct services including:

• confidential mental health counseling
• medical family practice professionals
• financial planners
• health insurance brokers
• career counseling
• life coaching
• post-secondary educational scholarship funds

Duties

The WF is seeking a student intern to:

• assist with grant writing research and development
• research and identify funding organizations or sources that are compatible with the WF mission
• develop a grant proposal “template” to assist in all grant proposals
• prepare and submit least one grant proposal by the end of the internship period

Apply

For more information, visit the organization’s website or contact Dan Hall by email or at (810) 522-8822.

Location

515 W Birch
Flagstaff AZ  86001

Website

Visit the Whale Foundation website 

Overview

The Yavapai County Juvenile Detention Center aims to provide direction and opportunities that develop responsible youth, strong families, restored victims, and a safe community. Working in the detention center allows a hands-on look at the battles facing today’s youth and the system daily.

Responsibilities

Follow the Guiding Principles/Values

• Integrity
• Stewardship
• Perseverance
• Collaboration
• Professionalism
• Dignity

Apply

To apply fill out an application with the Yavapai County juvenile court, if you need more information contact Sally Salisbury at (928) 771-3156

Location

960 Division St
Prescott, AZ 86301