POWER Youth Summer Employment Program Job Description

Company Information:

Company Name:

DYMON

Company Address:

P.O. Box 330816, Nashville, TN. 37203

Site Address:

Center for Health Policy, Meharry Medical College - 2020 Meharry Blvd. Nashville, TN 37208

Company Website:

dymon.org

Company Description:

The DYMON Summer QUAD is a holistic summer youth development program for middle school and freshman high school girls.

Nearest MTA Bus Stop:

Albion St & 21st Ave N EB

Internship Information:

Format: (In-Person Only)

In person

Positions Available:

30

Technology Used: 

Chrome Book

Internship Title: 

DYMON Quad Intern

Internship Description/Learning Objectives:

The DYMON QUAD POWER Youth Internship is a paid summer leadership opportunity for middle school–aged girls participating in the DYMON Quad Summer Program. The DYMON Quad is a holistic youth development program that creates

fun and engaging ways to support growth in the youth’s knowledge, tools, and skill building in the areas of: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy, Health/Wellness, and Communication Skills. POWER Youth Interns participate fully in programming while also serving as the ambassadors and role models for

younger campers. Interns gain hands-on experience in leadership, professionalism,

teamwork, and job readiness while building confidence, purpose, and practical skills. They get the best of both worlds to participate and grow their leadership skills.

Job Duties:

● Demonstrate punctuality, professionalism, and active participation in all program sessions

● Engage in leadership-building activities and team collaboration. Enjoy making learning fun.

● Practice public speaking, professional communication, and advocacy skills

● Uphold DYMON community values and program expectations

● Develop a business or service idea rooted in personal interests and community needs

● Participate in the 6-Step Small Business Development curriculum

● Conduct basic market research and identify target customers

● Create a simple business budget and pricing strategy

● Build a brand identity, including a business name and marketing concept

● Complete budgeting and financial literacy  activities

● Practice money management skills applicable to personal and business finances

● Understand the role of banking, saving, and reinvestment in entrepreneurship

● Learn digital safety, social media best  practices, and professional online presence

● Utilize basic AI and digital tools for productivity, branding, and communication

● Develop professional emails, captions, and written communication

● Participate in headshot and business card development

● Engage in wellness workshops focused on mental, emotional, and physical health

● Learn leadership decorum, professional etiquette, and self-presentation

● Practice confidence-building strategies for interviews and presentations Capstone Project & Demonstration

● Prepare and deliver a 2–3 minute elevator pitch

● Present a final product prototype, service outline, or demonstration

● Reflect on leadership growth, skill development, and future goals

Preferred Competencies:

● Basic computer knowledge

● Ability to work well in a team and participate in group activities

● Punctual, reliable, and responsible

● Willingness to complete assignments and accept corrective feedback

● Strong communication skills and openness to new experiences

● Respectful attitude toward peers, staff, and community members

● Model Joy in learning and lead well

General Information:

Work Schedule Days and Hours:

Mon-Thurs, 9:00-2:00pm

Dress Code:

Program t shirt and jeans/shorts arm length, no holes, closed toe shoes

Travel Required:

To and from program location

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 5 pds, move tables, chairs

Working Conditions: (example: Office Warehouse, Outdoors, with Children or Animals, etc.)

Summer Youth program with middle school aged girls.

The full program is June 1st – July 17th   

June 1st – June 3rd:        Interns attend assigned worksite for scheduled times.

June 4th:                         POWER Youth Summit at Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport

June 5th – July 17th:       Team Members on site at their agencies on Monday-Friday at the time 

            scheduled by employer.  You will be scheduled to work 4 hours daily

            which equals 20 hours per week.

July 13th – July 17th:      POWER Youth Summer Employment Program - End of Summer

           Celebration – Team Members can showcase their projects from the 

           summer.             

If you are selected as an Experience Work Team Member, you will make $12.00 an hour and receive a summer program with project-based employment for youth ages 14 -15.

Experience Work projects can be focused on the arts, leadership skills or community development. In addition, you will learn “work ready” skills for future employment. There are opportunities to intern in many areas of Nashville, so please select the opportunity based on your access to transportation.

The POWER Youth program, previously known as Opportunity NOW, provides career exploration and work experience activities for youth 14 to 24 years old. The name POWER Youth was selected by the peer youth leadership team based on how they view themselves and their future.