Social & Community ServicesCommunity Outreach & Programs
About the job
Requirements
The internship is intended for students interested in nonprofit leadership, communications, business, education, social work, ministry, or event management.
Commitment of 5–15 hours per week on a flexible schedule.
Responsibilities
Help lead and facilitate volunteer groups.
Welcome groups and provide a clear, engaging orientation.
Communicate instructions, assign tasks, and keep groups on track.
Create a positive, organized, and mission-driven experience for each group.
Adapt to group size, pace, and daily needs.
Assist with volunteer onboarding and the volunteer experience.
Help prepare spaces and projects before group arrivals.
Observe and identify ways to improve the volunteer experience.
Work alongside volunteers on tasks.
Reset and prepare spaces between volunteer groups.
Track attendance and note key feedback, wins, or challenges.
Volunteer Experience and Group Leader Internship (Spring 2027)
About Us
Purpose Brands 414 (PB414) is a faith-based nonprofit organization that creates and stewards redemptive initiatives where people experience dignity, hope, and the love of Jesus.
Through initiatives that currently include Beautiful Lives Thrift Boutique, Bold Lives Men's Thrift, and Thrift Out, we create ministry opportunities that meet tangible needs, restore communities, develop leaders, and faithfully steward resources for lasting Kingdom impact.
Our vision is to see every person flourish in relationship with Jesus.
Internship Overview
This internship offers a reciprocal opportunity designed to provide hands-on experience for the student while contributing meaningfully to the mission of PB414. This role is centered on leading and creating excellent experiences for volunteer groups.
This experience is ideal for students interested in nonprofit leadership, communications, business, education, social work, ministry, or event management.
Location: Primarily at Thrift Out (Springdale) and Purpose Hub (Johnson)
Schedule and time commitment:
Flexible schedule of 5–15 hours per week
Ideal start date: mid January
Reports to: Volunteer Program Operations Lead
Key Responsibilities
Group Facilitation
Help lead and facilitate volunteer groups
Welcome groups and provide a clear, engaging orientation
Communicate instructions, assign tasks, and keep groups on track
Create a positive, organized, and mission-driven experience for each group
Adapt as needed to group size, pace, and daily needs
Volunteer Experience Support
Assist with onboarding and volunteer experience
Help ensure spaces and projects are prepared in advance of group arrivals
Observe and identify ways to improve the volunteer experience
Operations Support
Work alongside volunteers on tasks
Reset and prepare spaces between volunteer groups
Track attendance and note any key feedback, wins, or challenges
Initial training/shadowing provided, with increasing independence over time
Interns at Purpose Brands 414 have the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. These learning goals can be tailored to your interests and career path:
Insight into nonprofit operations and volunteer management
Hands-on leadership experience facilitating groups
Opportunities to lead and take ownership of projects in a supportive, mentoring environment
Practice critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Practice professional communication across departments and teams
Exposure to an EOS-run workplace (Entrepreneurial Operating System)
Working in a values-driven, redemptive organization focused on mission, impact, and sustainability