Community Research Intern
Scout Ltd
Professional Area:
Community Development and Redevelopment
Experience:
Internship
Contact person:
Kristin Vessio
Email:
kristin@scout-ltd.com
Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Scout is seeking a part-time Community Research Intern starting early January 2016 to work closely with Scout staff on various projects involving community mapping, needs assessment work, outreach strategies, and nonprofit/organizational partnership building.
This position requires an enthusiastic, outgoing, personable, and detail oriented candidate who understands the relationship between neighborhood community members, their holistic needs, and how those needs interact with the landscape of institutions, nonprofits, and organizations. The ideal candidate is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Urban Sociology/Urban Studies, Non-profit Leadership, Cultural Anthropology or relevant equivalents.
We are seeking serious candidates willing to commit to a part-time schedule for no less than three months. Successful candidates will have a relevant background, applicable skills and enthusiasm for Scout’s work. We’re looking for engaged thinkers with diverse skill sets, who will bring creativity, experience and enthusiasm to our dedicated team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Produce comprehensive neighborhood analysis, including mapping existing assets and analyzing neighborhood data
- Support the development of our communications strategy with target organizations, partners, programs and/or tenants that fulfill needs as evidenced by assessment
- Prepare and execute outreach strategy as needed
- General administrative tasks as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, as well as mapping and qualitative research skills
- Experience with social media and press outreach
- Editing, copy editing and research skills
- A highly professional demeanor with strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated, personable, and proactive individual with enthusiasm for Scout’s work
- Must be comfortable performing administrative tasks as assigned
- Interest and awareness of South Philadelphia
Intern will be expected to work from their own laptop or computer and should have access to Microsoft Office.
Intern will be paid a stipend which reflects their experience level and time availability on a monthly basis. Role could start in December if suitable candidate is available and able to start.
Location: Bok, 1901 S. 9th St., Philadelphia
Duration: January 2016 - March 2016
Duration: January 2016 - March 2016
APPLICATION
To apply, send your cover letter and resume with “Community Research Internship” in the subject line to kristin@scout-ltd.com by November 12, 2015.