Volunteer Services Intern

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

Rebuilding Together Atlanta (RTA) is one of 150 affiliates in 44 states mobilizing volunteers, in-kind donations, and financial support to provide critical home repairs for low-income veterans and seniors—at no cost to them. For over 30 years, our Safe and Healthy Homes program has helped residents age in place safely and with dignity. We partner with businesses, contractors, volunteers, and local agencies to rebuild homes and revitalize communities across the metro Atlanta area.

Position Title: Volunteer Services Intern
Organization: Rebuilding Together Atlanta (RTA)
Location: Hybrid – Home | Office (Atlanta & Smyrna) | Field
Position Type: Part-Time Internship 

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Volunteer Services Intern will support the planning, coordination, and communication of RTA’s volunteer engagement activities. This opportunity is ideal for students or emerging professionals eager to build experience in nonprofit operations, volunteer coordination, and community outreach. The intern will work directly with staff to maintain volunteer records, support service events, and assist with recruitment and recognition efforts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and communication
• Help schedule and prepare for service days and special events
• Maintain and update volunteer contact lists and data
• Search for opportunities to attend local schools & select community events to promote RTA and recruit volunteers 
• Search for free online platforms & community boards to Bring awareness about RTA and volunteer opportunities. 
• Support day-of logistics and volunteer engagement at events

Create Run of Show for volunteer events
Set up sign up page
Check in Volunteers at events

• Assist with tracking hours and preparing recognition materials

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills

• Clear written and verbal communication
• Organized, dependable, and proactive
• Comfortable working with diverse groups
• Familiar with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Comfortable speaking in front of a crowd
• Experience providing directions to a group or individual volunteers

Experience

• Participation in student orgs, service projects, or event planning
• Experience with outreach, communications, or admin tasks
• Professional communication via email or phone

Preferred

• Familiarity with volunteer coordination or nonprofit work
• Experience using social media for outreach or marketing
• Working with a database or data management software
• Access to transportation (local travel may be required)
• Access to a computer and reliable internet connection

TIME COMMITMENT

• 15–25 hours/week (flexible; more hours available if needed and or desired)
• Duration: 3–6 months (or based on academic requirements)
• Format: Hybrid (some on-site work; some remote tasks)

BENEFITS

• Hands-on experience in volunteer and nonprofit operations
• Opportunity to build professional skills and grow your network
• Work with a passionate, mission-driven team
• Support meaningful work that improves lives and neighborhoods
• Safe and Healthy Housing Training 
• Volunteer Management 101 Training 

TO APPLY

Email your resume and a short statement of interest to ESmith@rebuildingtogether-atlanta.com
Rebuilding Together Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.