LEVEL UP FOR LOCAL INTERN
Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Department: Community Programs & Education
Location: Your Community
Contract Type: Internship

Overview

The Volunteer Coordinator Intern plays a key role in organizing and supporting the individuals who make community programs possible.
This position supports the Level Up for Local mission by helping recruit, schedule, and guide volunteers for fundraising events,
sports activities, and local outreach initiatives.

Interns will gain real-world leadership experience in event coordination, communication, and relationship management — learning
how teamwork and volunteerism can make a lasting difference in their communities while building valuable organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit and onboard volunteers for local events, fundraisers, and community programs.
• Coordinate volunteer schedules, assignments, and training sessions.
• Support communication between team leads, sponsors, and event staff.
• Track volunteer hours, contributions, and recognition opportunities.
• Help create an encouraging and inclusive environment for all participants.

Skills & Learning Outcomes

• Leadership and coordination skills through real-world volunteer management.
• Experience in planning, scheduling, and event logistics.
• Development of interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Understanding of the importance of collaboration and public service.
• A foundation for careers in event planning, community engagement, and non-profit management.

Level Up for Local | Community Media Internship Program
Empowering Youth and Families to Level Up, Give Back, and Support Local Fundraising

Affiliate Partnership & Career Pathway

Interns in the Level Up for Local network gain more than valuable experience — they gain a real opportunity to earn income
through the Community Marketplace Affiliate Partnership Program.
This innovative initiative connects learning with earning by rewarding participants who help small businesses, charities,
and community organizations grow through digital visibility, social engagement, and local partnership programs.

Through this paid performance system, interns develop real-world skills in client account management, content marketing,
and partnership development. Many move on to roles in account management, regional coordination, or local business representation —
and for those who show leadership, there are ongoing opportunities for franchise ownership and chapter development
within the Local Community Marketplace.

Across North America, there are over 33 million small and mid-sized businesses, employing more than 60 % of the workforce
and driving over half of private-sector GDP. Yet, according to succession studies, nearly 50 % of these business owners
plan to retire within the next 10 years, creating a historic transfer of opportunity.

This wave of change opens doors for the next generation — young, community-minded leaders who can blend digital skills
with local entrepreneurship to help business owners transition gracefully into retirement while keeping their legacies alive.
At the same time, every business — from restaurants and gyms to retailers and local service providers — now depends on
high-quality media, social engagement, and digital storytelling to stay relevant.

Interns trained in this program become the backbone of that transition — helping local commerce evolve through creativity,
technology, and community-driven marketing.

The Affiliate Partnership Program ensures that those who contribute to this transformation can earn sustainably while learning,
creating a clear pathway toward career growth, business ownership, and local leadership.