What’s special about a Catalyst Intern?
One of C4’s center priorities is to build the leaders of the current and next generation. Many companies and organizations offer internships. They allow their interns to get real world experience by working on assignments and doing office work. The work they are allowed to do is valid, and a great experience to the young people who have the opportunity. However, we feel compelled to offer driven young adults something different, something more. As a Catalyst intern, you will be able to gain the practical experience of office tasks and assignments, but also be given the opportunity to learn how to successfully lead a nonprofit organization by having actual influence within The C4 Group.
One former Catalyst intern summed up well what sets Catalyst apart: “Interns are rarely given the opportunity to have both hands-on experience and influence within an organization. Working with The C4 Group, I’ve been fortunate to have both.”
What all Interns can expect:
- Practical career training in a professional atmosphere, including working on specific tangible projects and assignments
- Insight and hands-on engagement on the inner workings of a nonprofit organization
- Regular mentoring and development meetings with executive staff or assigned directors of The C4 Group
- Opportunity to have direct voice and input into the projects and initiatives assigned to help develop
- Reference development, portfolio building, experience and networking for future employment possibilities
- A unique “team model” experience that cares about individuals personally and professionally, we want to see you win!
- A sense of value, appreciation, and contribution during your internship.
What types of internships are available?
Those who are in college, or have recently graduated, can apply for a customized multi-month, one year, or customized hourly Catalyst Internship. Applicants can choose to focus on one of many areas listed in the position opportunities section. Please indicate on your application which position you are applying for.
Opportunities
Media/Design
Working closely with Ashley McCuistion, you will gain real world experience helping to create visual aids, videos, and implement marketing and promotional pieces for The C4 Group. The marketing department works closely with all initiatives at The C4 Group giving interns an opportunity to work on a variety of projects. This intern will need to have experience working with Microsoft Office, video editing, Adobe Photoshop and other creative media platforms. Please include with your application samples of your previous work.
Working alongside the Caring 4 Foster Youth team, you will have the opportunity to help teenagers aging out of foster care system on a national level. The C4FY initiative is designed to help churches become a resource and support within their community to these young adults. Interns will help with promotion, training, development, and funding opportunities. We are looking for individuals with a passion to help these young adults and to help launch this program to the next level.
If organizing, scheduling, and coordinating company details are part of your passions and skill set we would love to talk with you. The C4 Group has several ongoing initiatives and activities that require full time attention to help manage. This internship with give you the practical and real world experience necessary to be a professional administrative or personal assistant.
Working closely with Z Tyree, you will help to oversee the development and launch of the Questions to Live By campaign. You will have direct impact and gain hands on experience, learning to develop and launch a national program. This initiative is launching in 2012 and is an exciting initiative to be a part of!
We highly value accurate and detailed research at The C4 Group, which is why research is a key component of all our initiatives. This intern will help research and compile statistics, great quotes, inspirational stories, and video clips to help The C4 Group initiatives.
You will have the opportunity to help provide structure, day-to-day attention to The Complementor coaching/consulting. You will also have the opportunity to improve and develop your leadership, communication, and mentoring skills helping expand and build the Catalyst Internship Experience.
You will have the opportunity to work closely with Justin Riley helping to expand the capacity of The C4 Group. This intern will help with research, administration, and system development, expanding the opportunities for donors, funding, and grants. You will also be able to gain a greater understanding of the overall structure of a nonprofit organization.