Employment & Internships

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Program Support Coordinator will assist and primarily report to Operations Manager. This is a vital role, managing program data and volunteers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Data management
  • Maintain and update program databases, track participant information, and analyze program outcomes.
  • Assist Operations Manager with ensuring program activities aligned with organizational policies and funding requirements.
• Volunteer Engagement
  • Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers to support program activities.
  • Help develop training materials and support the delivery of training sessions for tutors and volunteers.
  • Create, update, and ensure the accuracy of intake forms to collect relevant volunteer, tutor, and learner information efficiently.
  • Attend community events such as Farmer’s Market to represent WALC
• Administrative Support
  • Assist the team with scheduling, meeting logistics, documentation for program activities.
  • Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating our current programs and services.
  • Gather and analyze feedback from program participants to inform program improvements.
  • Organize and manage physical and digital records related to participant intakes and program participation.

A GOOD FIT FOR THIS ROLE HAS/IS:

• Ability and/or willingness to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Previous experience with database management preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft & Google Suite
• Willingness to work autonomously and collaboratively
• Ability to work in an unpredictable environment
• Detail-oriented & self-starter!
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Must align with WALC’s Mission, Vision, and Values

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Hourly wage range: $15-$20 pending qualifications and experience
• This is a full-time (40 hours/week) in-person position located at our office at 111 N Main St Oshkosh WI 54901
• Benefits: Paid vacation, vision insurance, dental insurance

ABOUT THE WINNEBAGO AREA LITERACY COUNCIL (WALC): WALC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to eliminate barriers and strengthen our community by providing free learner-centered adult literacy services. We envision a future where individuals are no longer marginalized due to low literacy and language barriers. Our key organizational values are equity, presumed competence, service, collaboration, and critical thinking.

It is the individual responsibility of employees to maintain an awareness and understanding of and to fully comply with Winnebago Area Literacy Council’s Employee Handbook, as well as internal policies and procedures for their position.

To apply, email a resume and cover letter to executivedirector@winlit.org

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Marketing and Communications Intern role plays a vital part in curating and maintaining the public image of the Winnebago Area Literacy Council.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the curation of content for and management of organization’s social media
• Draft promotional materials such as brochures, graphics, and other marketing materials for the organization
• Help develop and compose the monthly newsletter to stakeholders
• Support the gathering of learner and tutor success stories and pictures to post on websites, social media, and/or other written communications
• Partake in community outreach events and activities
• Contribute to the maintenance and design of organization website
• Other duties as assigned

A GOOD FIT FOR THIS ROLE HAS/IS:

• An interest in public relations, organizational branding, or social media
• Eager to learn and contribute
• Inspired and bringing ideas of their own to the table
• Aligned with WALC mission, vision, and values

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This is an unpaid internship with a minimum of 10 hours a week for at least 2 months
• This is an in-person internship at our offices at 111 N Main St in Oshkosh
• We will comply with whatever reports or forms your academic program requires for school credit if needed
• We will help you to gain experience and leave with a portfolio of completed work
• We are interested in what you have to offer and there is an extent to collaborate in making this role your own

ABOUT THE WINNEBAGO AREA LITERACY COUNCIL (WALC): WALC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to eliminate barriers and strengthen our community by providing free learner-centered adult literacy services. We envision a future where individuals are no longer marginalized due to low literacy and language barriers. Our key organizational values are equity, presumed competence, service, collaboration, and critical thinking.

It is the individual responsibility of employees to maintain an awareness and understanding of and to fully comply with Winnebago Area Literacy Council’s Employee Handbook, as well as internal policies and procedures for their position.

To apply, email a resume and cover letter to thompson@winlit.org

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Development Intern will be working to maintain and develop donor relationships, fundraisers, and community outreach to support the Winnebago Area Literacy Council.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain relevant donor information within donor management software
• Provide communications to and with donors and stakeholders
• Assist in data tracking and transition across different platforms
• Draft small grants in collaboration with Operations Manager
• Partake in community outreach and in-kind donation requests
• Help with the planning and logistics of fundraising campaigns and events
• Other duties as assigned

A GOOD FIT FOR THIS ROLE HAS/IS:

• An interest in donor relations, nonprofit development, or community outreach
• Eager to learn and contribute
• Inspired and bringing ideas of their own to the table
• Aligned with WALC mission, vision, and values

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This is an unpaid internship with a minimum of 10 hours a week for at least 2 months
• This is an in-person internship at our offices at 111 N Main St in Oshkosh
• We will comply with whatever reports or forms your academic program requires for school credit if needed
• We will help you to gain experience and leave with a portfolio of completed work
• We are interested in what you have to offer and there is an extent to collaborate in making this role your own

ABOUT THE WINNEBAGO AREA LITERACY COUNCIL (WALC): WALC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to eliminate barriers and strengthen our community by providing free learner-centered adult literacy services. We envision a future where individuals are no longer marginalized due to low literacy and language barriers. Our key organizational values are equity, presumed competence, service, collaboration, and critical thinking.

It is the individual responsibility of employees to maintain an awareness and understanding of and to fully comply with Winnebago Area Literacy Council’s Employee Handbook, as well as internal policies and procedures for their position.

To apply, email a resume and cover letter to thompson@winlit.org