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Milosi

Milosi Internship

Hendersonville, TN

$17.50 - $19/hr

Join our dynamic team through our exclusive internship program! As a Milosi Intern with us, you'll have the opportunity to: * Gain Hands-on Experience: Work on real projects alongside experienced ...

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AI Internship

Brentwood, TN

Interns will gain hands-on work experience completing BI projects for clients across a diverse set of industries and ranging in size from start-up entities to large corporations. This role offers a ...

RJ Young

Internship

Nashville, TN · On-site

This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional setting while contributing to real projects and learning from experienced professionals in the field.

RJ Young

Internship

Jackson, TN

This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional setting while contributing to real projects and learning from experienced professionals in the field.

RJ Young

Internship

Nashville, TN · On-site

This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional setting while contributing to real projects and learning from experienced professionals in the field.

RJ Young

Internship

Jackson, TN · On-site

This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional setting while contributing to real projects and learning from experienced professionals in the field.

GNRC

Internship Program

Nashville, TN

The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) internship program provides opportunities for students, young professionals, and those in a career transition to gain experience in a variety of fields ...

Every Nation

Local Church Internship

Brentwood, TN

The objective of the Internship Program with a Church Ministry Focus is to discern a call to full-time church ministry with your local church. Performance in this program is evaluated by specific ...

Every Nation

Campus Ministry Internship

Brentwood, TN · On-site

The objective of the Internship Program with a Campus Focus is to discern a call to full-time campus ministry with Every Nation and prepare for the Ministry of Partnership Development. Performance in ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship in Tennessee is $14.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.35 and $15.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As an intern, you'll typically be assigned a variety of tasks that help you gain hands-on experience in your field of study. These might include assisting with ongoing projects, conducting research, supporting administrative tasks, and participating in team meetings. Interns often collaborate with experienced professionals who provide mentorship and guidance, and you'll have opportunities to contribute your ideas. The specific responsibilities will vary by company and industry, but the goal is to give you practical exposure and a better understanding of the workplace.

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Interns' pay varies widely depending on the industry, company, and location. Some internships are unpaid or offer stipends, while others provide competitive hourly wages or salaries, especially in fields like technology, finance, and engineering. Paid internships often include additional benefits such as training and networking opportunities.

What is an internship?

An Internship is a position within your desired field that pays little or no money but offers you the opportunity to gain real-world experience. This may set you apart for your future job search. Generally, Internships are almost expected by employers on an entry-level candidate’s resume. You are much more of an asset to an employer if you have some work experience.

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An internship is a temporary work experience program offered by employers to students or recent graduates. It provides hands-on training and exposure to a professional environment, allowing interns to apply their academic knowledge in real-world settings. Internships can be paid or unpaid and typically last from a few weeks to several months. They are valuable for building skills, gaining industry experience, and making professional connections.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Intern, you generally need a foundational understanding of your field of study, a strong academic background, and a willingness to learn. Familiarity with industry-standard software, basic research tools, or office productivity suites like Microsoft Office or Google Workspace is often expected. Initiative, adaptability, strong communication, and teamwork are the soft skills that help an intern stand out. These skills and qualities are important because they enable interns to contribute meaningfully, absorb new knowledge quickly, and integrate effectively into professional environments.
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Work Ready Internship & Job Development Coordinator

Signal Centers, Inc.

Chattanooga, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Passionate about connecting people to purposeful careers? Join our Work Ready Team and make a lasting impact!
About This Role:
Work Ready is a dynamic, mission-driven workforce development program transforming the career trajectories of TANF-eligible individuals through job training, paid internships, and intensive case management. We empower participants to build confidence, gain in-demand skills, and secure long-term, stable employment with benefits.
As the Internship & Employment Placement Coordinator, you will be the connector who brings this mission to life-building strong employer partnerships, opening doors to meaningful career pathways, and guiding clients as they move from job-ready to job-secure. This role blends community engagement, coaching, and strategic relationship-building to create life-changing opportunities for individuals.
Qualifications:
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, Career Counseling, Workforce Development, or a related field.
  • Previous Experience with Community Outreach or Job Development Is Desired.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relations with local and regional businesses, Chambers of Commerce, Community Agencies & Partners, and underserved populations.
  • Enthusiastic with excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills, patience and diplomacy.
  • Must have the ability to collaborate with a diverse workforce.
  • A multi-tasker with the ability to prioritize job duties with minimal supervision.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain Case Management notes and data entry requirements.
  • Prior training and experience in ACES/Trauma-Informed Care desired
  • Previous experience working with individuals with barriers to employment desired.

Job Responsibilities:
  • This position will develop and build relationships with businesses to determine their workforce needs and promote internship and employment opportunities for clients.
  • Will place calls, send emails, and perform outreach visits to employers to promote the internship and job placement program
  • Develop a thorough understanding of local workforce trends, needs, emerging and growing industries within the service area of the program through connections with local economic development organizations, Chambers of Commerce, regional industry groups, and others.
  • Work in conjunction with the program staff, assists clients in the development of a Career Plan for the career pathway chosen
  • Assist the Program Director and Employment Specialists of the program with internship development, internship placement, job development, and job placement activities.
  • Interact with local businesses to identify appropriate sites for job shadowing, internships, and job placements for Work Ready clients, and assists in securing appropriate sites
  • Provide services, assessments, counseling and job prep guidance along with case manager and relevant staff to clients; (Barrier Removal: connections to public benefits, interview/workforce attire, transportation (e.g. bus tickets, car repair), Basic skills improvement (digital literacy)
  • Facilitate training, workshops, presentations and meetings for clients or partners (Resume development, Practice Interviewing/Mock Interviews, Networking).
  • Assess client's work readiness, make job referrals, and placements, and provide follow-up to help ensure job retention and continued engagement in support service programs
  • Carry and maintain a caseload of 20-25 participants, providing guidance and resource linkage while maintaining appropriate case notes, conducting necessary assessments, and entering data into the system to track program progress & outcomes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Core Values/Ethical Conduct:
  • The ability to consistently model our Core Values of Accountability, Community Impact, Compassion, Trustworthiness, and Teamwork
  • The ability to interact with staff, clients, management, community partners and funders in a respectful and professional manner.
  • The ability to create and embrace new ideas and utilize creative problem solving with an eye to improve services and delivery methods.
  • The ability to work cooperatively with staff, clients, management, funders and community partners.
  • The ability to be wise, accountable, and careful with use of resources and time.
  • The ability to conduct oneself with honesty, reliability, and fairness, holding to our code of ethics.

Working Here:
We believe in supporting our employees and their families as they journey throughout life. Our commitment to our full-time staff includes the following benefits:
  • A competitive benefits package with health, vision, and dental coverage, HSA, Dependent Care FSA, group life insurance, Teladoc (telemedicine), EAP mental health resources, and short & long-term disability options.
  • Up to 4% matching 401(k) employer contribution, plus a 3% base contribution.
  • Generous paid time off to support work-life balance.
  • Employee discounts on paid services

Our culture is important and we've included it in our strategic plan by creating goals which include creating a culture of belonging where everyone has what they need to succeed and thrive and investing in developing the next generation of leaders. Join us in our mission to create a community of lifelong independence, where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is nurtured. Together, we can make a difference.
Signal Centers is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to affirm the dignity and worth of every person in all that we do. It is, therefore, the policy of the organization to practice and ensure the fair and equitable treatment of all employees and to promote the full realization of this policy through all employment practices.

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