Goodwill® strives to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals and families by helping people reach their full potential through education, skills training and the power of work.
Goodwill works to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals and families by strengthening communities, eliminating barriers to opportunity, and helping people in need reach their full potential through learning and the power of work.
Program Information Goodwill's internship is ideal for those interested in non-profit management or for those pursuing a career in social service. A wide range of duties are available to CHHS interns depending on their interests. Duties and projects include helping individuals with barriers to employment, budgeting and familiarization with financial tools, interacting and assisting diverse populations, coaching and helping individuals find employment, human resources, accounting and special projects including contract proposal writing, curriculum development and marketing.
General Description of what students will be doing at this Site:
Students will gain an understanding of day to day operations of a non-profit organization. Students will obtain a wide range of skills and knowledge including working with the public, providing assistance to disadvantaged individuals, making presentations, reading and analyzing budgets, using financial tools to make decisions, computer software, miscellaneous clerical work and awareness of social resources throughout Monterey County.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform general clerical support for workforce staff and program(s), including: editing, typing, photocopying and filing of correspondence. Receive visitors, handle department phones and as directed, communicate pertinent information to appropriate parties. Perform additional word processing of letters, create resumes, input data entry, and general clerical work required to successfully support the various workforce programs. Assist job seekers in completing employment applications, eligibility documentation, and related paperwork as appropriate. Develop promotional flyers, brochures, and use marketing software to promote and market workforce programs. Develop job leads and perform direct job placement activities including making employer contacts, understanding the local market requirements, reporting on placement and follow-up activities. Work with employers as necessary to facilitate placement and retention. Maintain records of calls to and from employers according to defined procedures. Enter data, generate reports and create/deliver presentations. Analyze data to find program patterns and trends. Develop training materials and update program manuals and forms. Conduct research, compile data, and prepare documents. Create and revise systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices. Assist job seekers by providing technical assistance in navigating online job boards and providing job search advice. Attend and participate in Job Readiness Academy Analyze budgetary and program issues/problems and develop solutions to resolve them. Assist with outreach efforts to build networks with private business, non-profits and governmental organizations. Maintain rapport with customers, managers, and employees.
Desired Intern Characteristics:
The student will have an open mind and be motivated to learn about non-profit management. The student will have the have the desire to help disadvantaged individuals overcome their barriers to employment.
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