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"Working at Big Brothers Big Sisters has been an incredible experience. I know my coworkers genuinely care about each other and are passionate about our mentoring mission."

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

A great way to get involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters and learn about human services case management is through an internship. The McHenry County Agency currently accepts intern applications in undergraduate and graduate level courses to work alongside our Staff. Interested applicants should email their resume to info@bbbsmchenry.org and include:

  • If the internship is for a undergraduate or graduate degree
  • The internship length requirements
  • The semester/season(s) the internship needs to occur in

If you have questions, please call 815-385-3855 to speak with an Agency Staff member.

COMMUNITY BASED INTERNSHIPS

-Graduate level interns

-Assist program staff with the match relationships: child safety, match relationship development, positive youth development and volunteer satisfaction with case management. 

-Assist program staff with assessing and providing for individual training needs, information and support needs for each match participant to assure a positive youth development experience for child, and successful and satisfying experience for the volunteer. 

-Assist in volunteer and child recruitment for the Community-Based Program.

-CONTACT KAREN ATKINSON AT KAREN.ATKINSON@BBBSMCHENRY.ORG IF INTERESTED.


FULL COMMUNITY BASED INTERN DESCRIPTION

SITE BASED INTERNSHIPS

-Open to graduate level and undergraduate interns

-Assist program staff with the match relationships: child safety, match relationship development, positive youth development and volunteer satisfaction through case management.

-Assist program staff with assessing and providing for individual training needs, information and support needs for each match participant to assure a positive youth development experience for child, and successful and satisfying experience for the volunteer. 

-Assist program staff in facilitating After-School Programs.

-CONTACT KAREN ATKINSON AT KAREN.ATKINSON@BBBSMCHENRY.ORG IF INTERESTED.


FULL SITE BASED INTERN DESCRIPTION

DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING INTERNSHIP

Students looking for experience in marketing, fundraising, public relations, and/or event planning are invited to apply for an internship with the Development Department. Depending on the area of interest, interns will receive hands-on experience assisting the Development Manager with different facets of Marketing, Fund Development, and/or Event Planning.
The Development Internship includes opportunities to learn about donor cultivation, stewardship, sponsorship relations, and database management, as well as assist with event-planning.
The Marketing Internship includes opportunities to research, design, and/or create recruitment materials, fundraising documents, as well as manage website and social media content for the agency.
Please contact Haley Draper at haley.draper@bbbsmchenry.org if you are interested. 
BIG FUTURES PROGRAM INTERNSHIP

Assist program staff with the match relationships: safety, match relationship development, positive mentee development and volunteer satisfaction with case management. Some calls will need to be made outside of the 9am to 5pm timeframe. 

Bilingual interns will assist with case management for clients, parents, or volunteers who may not speak English.

Assist program staff with assessing and providing for individual training needs, information and support needs for each match participant to assure a positive youth development experience for each mentee and successful and satisfying experience for the volunteer. 

Please contact Nikki Laster at nicole.laster@bbbsmchenry.org.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP

Work alongside the Executive Director to observe and practice nonprofit Executive skills, increase organizational knowledge, and more. Interns will work with the Executive Director to learn about strategic planning, market share research, and interpersonal skills.
 
Interest for an Executive Internship should be directed to our E.D., Leslie Blake. Please email Leslie Blake at leslie.blake@bbbsmchenry.org. 

LGMC INTERNSHIP 

Big Brothers Big Sisters partners with Leadership Greater McHenry County and their internship program. For more information about this paid internship for college sophomores, juniors, or seniors, please visit their website. 

LGMC INTERNSHIP INFORMATION
INTERNSHIP TESTIMONIES

"This was my first real experience that wasn't reading about helping kids from a textbook. I appreciated all the support and guidance that everyone gave me, as well as the friendships I formed here. Thank you to everyone that has made interning here so much fun and enjoyable - this year flew by!" - Kyle, past intern

"I love the mission for Big Brothers Big Sisters and thought it would be a great opportunity to work with kids. If I ever had a question about anything or wanted to be involved with something, the staff was there to help lead me in the right direction." -Shelby, past intern

"Being an intern at Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County gave me a large range of experiences, leadership opportunities, and aided in my overall development as a future social worker. This learning environment was welcoming and supportive. I am very thankful for my time with this program!"

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