Do You Have What It Takes?
World Youth Served, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting youth on a local and international sphere. To further enhance the youth of our immediate community, the executive committee is introducing its World Youth Served Internship Program. This program is shaped to equip students interested in the public and social sector with key skills which will act as assets as they progress in their career. The key skill sets which this internship will target are as followed:
• Personal and Professional Development
• Volunteerism and Fundraising
• Program Development
WYS believes that this program will afford aspiring nonprofit professionals with tools that will help bridge the gap between students and the job market. We are looking for bright, proactive students ready to take a step toward their future. If you are interested in this opportunity do not hesitate to contact us, by webpage or email.
The world Youth Served Internship Program
Meet some very important people while building your business skills... Learn everything from web design to being proficient in Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Project... And get some money for college tuition AND cash in the pocket while doing it all!
ABout Wys
WORLD YOUTH SERVED, INC. (WYS) is a not-for-profit, 501c(3) organization based in Atlanta, GA. It aims to carry programs both domestic and international. The WYS Internship Program covers SIX core areas: Business Administration, Sports Management, Education, Non-Profit Management, Hospitality Management and Program/Business Development.
About WYs Internship Program
We at WYS are excited about the opportunities we now have for our future Junior Associates (Yup, that’s what we call our interns!) If you're interested in a career in business administration or hospitality management, this is definitely something you want to take advantage of! The day-to-day job includes many duties, even representing WYS at business functions! This will give you the opportunity to meet some very important people while building your business skills. You will learn everything from web design to being proficient in all Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project! The WYS internship program is managed by WYS administrative partner, Novus Ortus. Novus Ortus serves a small, exclusive group of clients where personal attention is key! The requirements are very low for this unpaid internship, as this is a learn-while-you-go position. You need to be presentable, have great communication skills, and be able to work with little to no direct supervision. You will earn taskoriented cash incentives in addition to a college scholarship! Finally, as WYS expands, part-time and full time opportunities will be available and you will be well on your way to having a successful, lucrative career!
Education/Experience
Internship Benefits
No work experience required.
Priority given to individuals currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year college/university.
For college students, a minimum GPA of 2.7 is required; high school graduates considered on a case-by-case basis.
Resume and college transcript (where applicable) will be requested.
Priceless Experience in Business, Sports and Education
Networking with Leaders in key local markets
On-the-job training for Microsoft Office, Web Design Products and QuickBooks
WYS Internship Program Duties And Responsibilities
Our Business Interns (or Junior Associates) will be proficiently trained to carry out the major tasks in our FIVE Core Areas below:
Area 1: Business Administration
Assist Management in the pursuit of new business and preparation of legal paperwork.
Collect and catalog receipts and correspondence from Executives.
Prepare advertising/marketing media.
Assist Management in the design and maintenance of client websites.
Write letters/reports either by following an outline or by dictation.
Develop strategies for new business partners.
Area 2: Sports management
Initiate contact with Athletic Directors’ Offices at various schools across the USA.
Assist in drafting funding plans or event outlines. Meet with coaches, athletes, and VIPs.
Run errands in the Metro and Greater Atlanta Areas as needed.
Manage the schedule of all teams.
Secure equipment and/or other assets needed for various programs.
Update team websites as needed.
Area 3: EDucation
Prepare work plans for students being tutored.
Coordinate scheduling and communications between teachers, tutors, parents, and third-party agencies.
Collect and catalog receipts.
Prepare invoices (Accounts Payable & Receivable).
Type reports and letters.
Recruit new teachers.
Assist Management in preparing contracts.
Area 4: Hospitality Adminstration
Manage Management and/or clients' personal schedule.
Assist Management with small organizational tasks in the office.
Follow up with potential partners on previously submitted proposals.
Discuss business items with clients and/or client customers over the phone.
Moderate ongoing negotiations between WYS Management and new partners.
Discuss corporate strategies with future partners over the phone or in a social setting.
Coordinate and sometimes attend dinner meetings with WYS partners and advisers.
Run short errands, as deemed necessary.
Maintain goodwill between WYS, its Executive Committee and ties in the community.
Area 5: Non-Profit Management
Arrange conference call meetings for the Board of Directors / Executive Committee.
Write and post organizational minutes.
Write short press releases.
Draw a budget sheet for organization proposals.
Follow up on Board/Resource Development leads.
Prepare venues and host social events for the organization.
Draft Executive Committee proposals
Check Out Our Internship opportunities Currently Available
Take it a step further and apply to be a part of World Youth Served! We are now accepting applications for two positions. Clink a link to learn more about each position.
