Description

Living Allowance: $750.00 biweekly (before taxes)

Education Award: $3,697.50 upon successful completion of 900 service hours and all program requirements

Job Type: Part-Time

Service Type: Half-Time AmeriCorps Member

Service Commitment: 900 hours

Program Timeline: November 2026 – August 31, 2027

Schedule: Approximately 25 hours per week, including occasional evenings or weekends as scheduled

Reports To: Vice President of Marketing, Experience & Strategic Growth

Position Type: AmeriCorps Internship / Service-Based Position

Location: Assigned Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois locations, with scheduled onsite support and Club visits

Position Summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated Marketing & Events Intern to support our Marketing, Experience & Strategic Growth team through the AmeriCorps program.

This service-based internship provides hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, content creation, photography, graphic design, community engagement, and event coordination.

Working under the direction of the Vice President of Marketing, Experience & Strategic Growth, the intern will help share stories about our Club programs, create engaging materials for families, and support approved community and youth-focused events.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media & Storytelling

• Visit Club locations and gather approved program highlights, stories, and content.
• Draft social media captions, short-form videos, and program updates for staff review.
• Assist with maintaining a content calendar and identifying upcoming program activities.
• Help prepare approved educational and program-related content for publication.
• Support tracking and organizing content engagement information.

Photography & Videography

• Capture approved photos and videos of Club programs, youth activities, and community events.
• Assist with editing photographs, short videos, and program highlights.
• Organize approved media in shared folders and digital libraries.
• Follow all organizational photo, video, and parental media-consent requirements.

Graphic Design & Creative Support

• Create program flyers, social media graphics, event signage, and informational materials.
• Update existing designs using approved organizational branding.
• Assist with creating reusable templates for Club staff.
• Proofread materials, verify links and QR codes, and prepare designs for approval.
• Support accessible and multilingual program communications using approved content.

Events & Community Engagement

• Assist with preparing materials, supplies, signage, and checklists for approved Club and community events.
• Help coordinate event setup, welcome areas, activity stations, and participant check-in.
• Provide onsite support during approved youth-focused events and community engagement activities.
• Assist with event breakdown, inventory, and collecting participant feedback.
• Work collaboratively with Club staff and volunteers to create positive experiences for youth and families.

AmeriCorps Service Responsibilities

• Complete required AmeriCorps onboarding and training.
• Maintain accurate records of service hours and submit required timesheets.
• Participate in scheduled service activities and professional development.
• Follow all AmeriCorps policies, organizational guidelines, and prohibited-activity restrictions.
• Perform additional approved service activities aligned with the AmeriCorps program.

Learning Outcomes

• Gain practical experience in nonprofit marketing and communications.
• Develop skills in content creation, photography, videography, and graphic design.
• Learn how community engagement and storytelling support youth development.
• Build experience in event coordination and project management.
• Strengthen communication, creativity, organization, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must meet AmeriCorps citizenship or lawful permanent resident eligibility requirements.
• Must successfully complete required background checks.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and digital communication tools.
• Interest in marketing, communications, nonprofit work, or youth development.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel to assigned Club locations and assist with occasional evening or weekend events.
• Ability to complete 900 approved service hours by August 31, 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current college student or recent graduate in marketing, communications, graphic design, digital media, business, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Canva, photography, video editing, or social media platforms.
• Previous volunteer, event coordination, or community service experience.

AmeriCorps Benefits

Living Allowance: $750 biweekly before applicable taxes during eligible active service periods.

Education Award: Upon successful completion of 900 service hours and all program requirements, eligible members receive a $3,697.50 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, which may be used toward qualifying educational expenses or eligible student loans.

Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, communications, event coordination, and community engagement.

AmeriCorps Service Requirements

Selected candidates must complete the official AmeriCorps enrollment process, including their eGrants application, eligibility verification, background screening, and Member Service Agreement.

Members must accurately document their service hours, complete required training, and comply with AmeriCorps service policies and prohibited-activity restrictions.

This is an AmeriCorps national service opportunity, not a traditional hourly employment position.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois is committed to equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available during the application process. Applicants may contact Human Resources to request assistance.