Professional Development Intern at Per Scholas in Bronx, NY

Summary: Per Scholas is a nonprofit organization dedicated to driving mobility and opportunity in the technology landscape through rigorous tech training. They are seeking a motivated undergraduate college junior or senior for a Professional Development Intern position to collaborate with PD staff and assist in various administrative tasks and events. Responsibilities: - Collaborate with and observe PD staff members in class or during 1:1 meetings with students to learn more about the nonprofit and educational DEI and tech sectors. (As applicable.) - Participate in Per Scholas PD staff meetings, workshops, career forums, and/or events virtually or in person - Conduct and assist with processing data in Salesforce, updating learner documents, notes, and completing general administrative tasks as needed - Assist in planning special events and other occasional projects Required Qualifications: - Candidates should be pursuing and enrolled in a BS/BA college program with a major in educational counseling, HR/ DEI related, Learning & Development program, and/ or in another related discipline - Demonstrates a strong work ethic and is an energetic, motivated, detail-oriented team player who takes initiative and possesses strong communication skills - Chosen applicants must be able to be on Campus two times a week - The intern(s) will be expected to work at least 10 hours per week for at least eight to ten weeks Preferred Qualifications: - Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce/ database management programs, and/ or GSuite is strongly preferred - Familiarity with various communications platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams or other similar programs - Knowledge of resume and cover letter writing, workforce development programs, and technical instruction is a plus - Previous experience in assisting the facilitation of DEI, L&D, HR, Communications, and/or related programs is helpful Required Skills: Educational counseling, HR/DEI knowledge, Learning & Development Important Skills: Microsoft Office, Salesforce Nice-to-Have Skills: Zoom familiarity, Google Meet familiarity, MS Teams familiarity