The Community Outreach Internship Program provides individuals with opportunities to gain practical experience in community engagement, nonprofit operations, leadership development, and public service. Participants contribute to initiatives that strengthen community connections, support local outreach efforts, and expand access to information, resources, and opportunities throughout Southside Virginia.
Through hands-on involvement, interns develop professional skills while supporting projects that advance the mission of Southside Voices Media Inc. The program is designed to provide meaningful learning experiences that encourage civic engagement, collaboration, and community impact.
Interns will assist with community outreach, partner communication, event support, resource research, youth program recruitment, podcast guest identification, community storytelling, and documentation of outreach efforts.
Assist with outreach initiatives, community partnerships, and public engagement efforts.
Support the identification, organization, and maintenance of community resources and service information.
Contribute to content development, storytelling, social media support, and community-focused communications.
Participants will develop professional and leadership skills through practical experience in community engagement, communication, project coordination, and nonprofit operations. The program is designed to strengthen problem-solving abilities, teamwork, professionalism, and understanding of community-focused initiatives.
- High school students (where appropriate)
- College students
- Graduate students
- Individuals seeking community leadership experience
- Individuals interested in nonprofit and community development
- Practical experience
- Leadership development
- Community engagement experience
- Professional networking opportunities
- Portfolio and project experience
- Internship verification and documentation, when applicable
