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Exalt Youth

Internship Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K/yr

... youth. This individual is passionate about utilizing exalt's unique, humanizing, critical ... Provide teachers and program coordinators with a list of active/eligible sites and assist Program ...

Exalt Youth

Internship Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K/yr

... court-involved youth. This individual is passionate about utilizingexalt'sunique, humanizing ... Provide teachers and program coordinators with a list of active/eligible sites andassistProgram ...

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Fall 2026 Youth Program Intern - UNPAID

Atlanta, GA

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Please note that all internship positions are unpaid. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Youth Futures Afterschool Programs for high school refugee, immigrant, and underserved youth, are held 5 days per week, 2.5 ...

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How much do youth program internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for youth program internship in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Youth Program Internship?

A Youth Program Internship is a temporary position designed to provide hands-on experience working with programs that serve children and teenagers. Interns typically assist with planning, organizing, and facilitating activities, workshops, or events for youth participants. This role helps interns develop skills in leadership, communication, and program management while gaining insight into the challenges and rewards of youth work. It is commonly offered by community organizations, schools, and non-profits. The internship is ideal for individuals considering a career in education, social work, or youth development.

What is the difference between Youth Program Internship vs Youth Counselor?

AspectYouth Program InternshipYouth Counselor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or college coursework; some positions may require related courseworkHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certification or experience
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in community centers, non-profits, or educational programsDirect interaction with youth in schools, community centers, or residential facilities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by organizations to train and evaluate potential future staffEmployed to provide guidance, mentorship, and supervision to youth

In summary, a Youth Program Internship is typically a temporary, training-focused position for individuals gaining experience, while a Youth Counselor involves direct youth supervision and mentorship, often requiring more experience or certification. Both roles are vital in youth development but serve different purposes within the industry.

What types of projects or responsibilities can I expect during a Youth Program Internship?

As a Youth Program Intern, you can expect to be involved in a variety of hands-on projects such as assisting with the planning and facilitation of youth activities, supporting mentors or program leaders, and helping to develop educational materials. Interns often collaborate with team members to create a safe and engaging environment for participants, and may also be responsible for administrative tasks like tracking attendance or gathering feedback. This role provides valuable experience in teamwork, communication, and program management, all of which are essential for future roles in youth development or education.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Youth Program Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Youth Program Intern, you need a background in education, social work, or a related field, along with experience working with children or adolescents. Familiarity with program management software, Microsoft Office, and sometimes CPR/First Aid certification are commonly required. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help interns effectively engage with youth and support program goals. These skills and qualities ensure a safe, supportive, and enriching environment that fosters youth development and program success.
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Infographic showing various Youth Program Internship job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% Internship, 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,333 per year, or $15.5 per hour.
Internship Coordinator

Internship Coordinator

Exalt Youth

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$65K/yr

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION
exalt is looking for a mission-focused, driven, strategic, and process- minded individual for the position of Internship Coordinator. The individual in this role is highly collaborative, passionate about relationship building, and enjoys working in a dynamic environment that is focused on providing the highest quality internship and external opportunities for court-involved youth. This individual is passionate about utilizing exalt's unique, humanizing, critical pedagogical and culturally relevant curriculum and methods of youth development to empower court-involved students to thrive in their internships, re- engage in education and avoid further criminal justice system involvement. They will strategically seek out and build new partnerships to help advance the mission of exalt and work closely with various members of the program team to place core and post- graduate exalt students at their internship sites. The Internship Coordinator acts as a point person for exalt's internship partners in the corporate, government, and non-profit sectors. The Internship Coordinator will work to sustain and strengthen pre-existing partner
relationships and will be supported by the Chief Program Officer to meet and exceed annual goals around cultivation of new internships.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Strategically prospect and develop new external partnerships to help exalt's core and alumni participants advance in terms of their education, employability and criminal justice avoidance.
  • Leverage current and internal relationships among staff, board and friends of exalt to cultivate new and additional internship opportunities.
  • Sustain and strengthen current internship relationships to strengthen exalt's historical internship partner pool.
  • Conduct frequent outreach via phone, email, and in-person visits to NYC businesses, NYC government agencies, and NYC nonprofits to develop exciting, innovative and enriching internships that provide meaningful and transformative experiences for exalt students that help them meet their interests and goals.
  • Provide teachers and program coordinators with a list of active/eligible sites and assist Program Coordinators and Teachers with placement of 15-20 core program participants (per cycle/cohort) to internships sites.
  • Collaborate with Teachers and Program Coordinators to secure placement and schedule interviews.
  • Collaborate with exalt's Alumni Department for the placement of 1 to 2 graduate interns per cycle at extended 3-month graduate internship site and provide support during their internship experience to circumvent attrition.
  • Ensure that all data related to internship development, cultivation and placement as well as interviews and intake, is captured in Salesforce.
  • Support exalt with special events, outreach and recruitment, and other business engagement tasks as needed.
  • Organize and facilitate internship match meetings to help teachers and program coordinators determine program participants' career interests and best fit.
  • Assist with organization and outreach for special events such as our annual cultivation event, annual gala and internship cultivation mixers.
  • Vet new internship sites to ensure that burgeoning partnerships align with exalt's mission, four tenets and development of participants' four Core skills.
  • Work with exalt's program leaders to develop innovative and effective communication strategies to attract and sustain new internship and community partners that will ultimately create pathways to higher levels of engagement (i.e. new donors, in-kind donations, workshop providers).

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience in internship placement, partnership building, matching with system-involved youth required.
  • 3-5 years' experience in youth development, youth justice, internship, partnership and/or network development fields.
  • Familiarity working with court-involved youth or similar population of system-involved youth who have not had exposure to a professional environment or in the workforce.
  • A deep and nuanced understanding of the business, political, non- profit criminal justice/human services relationships and landscape in the New York City area.
  • Bilingual (Spanish speaking) a plus.

Compensation
  • The Internship Coordinator Salary is $65,000 per year.
  • exaltoffers competitivebenefits to all full-time employees that includehealth, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401k matching; commuter and parking flexible spending; paid time off; and more.

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