BELONG BELIEVE ACHIEVE
Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA of
Greater Waterville
WHY INTERN AT THE
ALFOND YOUTH & COMMUNITY CENTER?
You will be able to tackle learning initiatives specific to your career trajectory, work alongside industry leaders and decision-makers, pursue your passions while making a direct impact, and learn from knowledgeable, qualified mentors.
WHAT IMPACT WILL YOU HAVE?
PROVIDE 1:1 SERVICES
You will work directly with our members to address issues such as food insecurity, education inequity, social-emotional resilience, and overall health and wellness.
INCREASE AWARENESS
You will be a advocate for our organization and our mission. You will create original content, work with local news outlets, and utilize social media to spread our message.
BUILD RELATIONSHIPS
You will be essential in creating and maintaining relationships with local colleges, business partners, and donors.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
CHILDCARE & EDUCATION
MENTAL HEALTH/ PSYCHOLOGY Undergraduate Student Intern
Supervisor: Jordan G Shaw, M.Div., LCPC-c, NCC
Capacity: 2
Description/Responsibilities:
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Provide youth support during program time, may include implementation of behavior plans or 504/IEP accommodations.
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Meet weekly with supervisor and other interns for individual and group supervision
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Act as a one-to-one support for children experiencing activation or distress, when called upon
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Provide group support to professional and para-professional group counselors in the AYCC After School Program
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in 3rd or 4th year of an undergraduate-level Psychology, Family Studies, Rehabilitation Studies, Mental Health program. Interest and/or experience in working with children and early adolescents from diverse backgrounds.
EDUCATION INTERN
STEM, Art, and Physical Education
Supervisor: Christine Johnson, Child & Youth Development Director
Capacity: 3 - 1 per classroom
Description/Responsibilities:
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Provide support and work under guidance of full-time teacher in all duties and tasks.
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Assist with creation of curriculum, activities, and classroom prep.
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Help ensure a safe, comfortable learning environment for all ASP participants, including but not limited to classroom organization, cleanliness, and overall environment.
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in bachelor’s level Education, Art, or Physical Education program(s).
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Childcare
Supervisor: Christine Johnson, Child & Youth Development Director
Capacity: 1
Description/Responsibilities:
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Assist ASP & Early Childhood leadership with administrative tasks, programming, and provide day-to-day support
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Intern will gain a deep understanding of program logistics, licensing requirements, crisis management, trauma-informed care, and case management
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in bachelor’s level Education or similar major.
EARLY EDUCATION
Supervisor: Crystal Stanley
Capacity: 2
Description/Responsibilities:
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Provide support and work under guidance of Crystal Stanley and other full-time teachers in all duties and tasks.
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Assist with creation of curriculum, activities, and classroom prep.
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Help ensure a safe, comfortable learning environment for all preschool participants, including but not limited to classroom organization, cleanliness, and overall environment.
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Intern would gain a deep understanding of Early Childhood Educational and Developmental best practices and licensing requirements.
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in bachelors level education, child development, or related program.
CAMP TRACY
Supervisor: Abbie Charrier
Capacity: 2
Start Date: 3-4 Month, May - August
Description/Responsibilities:
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Assist Camp Director with daily tasks, marketing, staff development, and parent communication.
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Schedule counselors and support staff.
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Assist with creation or curriculum, activities and camp prep.
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Help ensure a safe, comfortable learning environment for all participants; including but not limited to camp organization, cleanliness, and overall environment.
Education and Experience Required:
Current enrollment in bachelor’s level Recreation, Education, or related program.
SAFETY INTERN
Supervisor: Christine Johnson
Capacity: 6
Start Date: Not set - based on prospective intern’s availability.
Description/Responsibilities:
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Counsel and and guide any member with behavior, attitude, or emotional problems
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Resolve any conflicts promptly, oversee and maintain safety standards for the AYCC
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Perform periodic inspections/walk-through asessing health and safety
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Develop written action plans for handling problems
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Promote the programs, activities, purposes, and values to its members, parents, and the community.
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in bachelors level education
ATHLETICS & WELLNESS
ATHLETICS
Supervisor: Isaac LeBlanc, Athletic Director
Capacity: 1
Description/Responsibilities:
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3-6 month internships; typically in May - July or May – October
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Assist Athletic Director with the game and event management, marketing, and sponsor management.
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Staff and schedule games, events and officials
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Create and execute curriculum for youth sports, including athletes of varying ages and abilities.
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Pursue and secure sponsorships for youth sports programs.
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in bachelor’s level Sport Management, Recreation, or related program.
WELLNESS INTERN
Supervisor: Jared Gartley
Capacity: 2
Description/Responsibilities:
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Shadow and assist personal training and group exercise sessions.
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Assist in planning personal training, group exercise sessions.
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Responsible for overall Wellness Center organization, cleanliness, safety, etc. Includes but is not limited to machine upkeep/maintenance, chemical management, etc.
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Become YMCA Group Exercise Certified.
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Learn and recognize appropriate exercise techniques; gain the tools necessary to teach and properly coach clients.
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in bachelor's level Excercise Science, Kinesiology, or related program.
NEW ENGLAND SPORTS CAMPS
Supervisor: Abbie Charrier
Capacity: 2
Description/Responsibilities:
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3-4 Month internships; typically May/June - August
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Assist Camp Director with daily tasks, marketing, parent communication, and recruiting.
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Schedule day and overnight counselors.
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Coordinate with coaches regarding practice and game needs, contracts, rosters and other administrative tasks.
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Supervise youth athletes during daily activities as well as overnight.
Education and Experience
Required: Current enrollment in bachelor’s level Sport Management, Recreation, Education, or related program.
PHILANTHROPY & SPECIAL EVENTS
POND HOCKEY
Marketing Intern
Supervisor: Patrick Guerette
Capacity: 1
Description/Responsibilities:
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3–6-month internship, October – March
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Conduct market research in opportunities to best engage target markets.
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Develop creative content for Maine Pond Hockey Classic using a variety of media.
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Manage marketing content using social media, video, print, & digital platforms.
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Update & Maintain MPHC website.
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Incorporate event sponsors & partners into content distribution.
Education and Experience Required: Pursuing degree or career in marketing, communications, sports management, business or other related field. Interest /background in sporting events/tournaments, knowledge and experience with ice hockey preferred.
POND HOCKEY
Operations Intern
Supervisor: Patrick Guerette
Capacity: 1
Description/Responsibilities:
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3-6 month internship, October-March
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Recruit, train, and manage event volunteers.
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Develop event operating protocols with MPHC Committee
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Design and implement site layout
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Prepare tournament schedule
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Monitor game play and compile results
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Distribute tournament information to participating teams, captains, and spectators
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Support scorekeepers through rule enforcement and player management
Education and Experience Required: Pursuing degree or career in sports/event management, recreation, hospitality, business, or other related field. Interest/background in sporting events/tournaments, knowledge and experience in ice hockey preferred.
PHILANTHROPY
Supervisor: Sawyer Boulette
Capacity: 1
Description/Responsibilities:
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Assist with special events; including but not limited to the Polar Bear Dip, Annual Appeal, Lucky 7k, golf tournaments
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Initiate, maintain, and strengthen relationships with donors, funding foundations, and legacy club members
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Research and assist in application process for major grant opportunities
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Assist in program management of AYCC Masonic Unified Program; including but not limited to volunteer recruitment, management, and activity development
Education and Experience Required:
Currently enrolled in bachelor’s level communication, business, or related program.
ADMINISTRATIVE
GRANTS MANAGEMENT
Supervisor: Katherine Harvey
Capacity: 1
Description/Responsibilities: Possible to complete remotely.
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3-6 month internship, determined by applicant’s availability
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Assist Grants manager and team with all aspects of reporting – deadline management, data collection, narrative creation, etc.
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Research and identify grants to further the AYCC’s operational mission.
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Assist in grants management – including but not limited to communicating deliverables, creating work-plans, ensuring compliance, etc.
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Intern will gain a deep understanding of the grant application, management, and reporting process.
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in bachelor’s level English, Journalism, Communications, or related program.
IT INTERN
Supervisor: Christine Johnson,
Capacity: 1
Description/Responsibilities:
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Maintain ASP computer room. Including but not limited to: ensuring all equipment is in proper working order, does not contain inappropriate or non-approved software or downloads, etc.
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Provide software tutorials for ASP participants (Adobe, 3D printing software, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)
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Assist staff with transfer of files to the OneDrive.
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in bachelors level computer science or related program.
COMMUNICATIONS
Supervisor: Crista Lavenson
Capacity: 1 intern/semester
Description/Responsibilities:
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Assist with the creation and release of all newsletters, press releases, and promotional materials. This will require the intern to develop and maintain close working relationships with all local news outlets.
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Work in conjunction with program leaders to ensure relevant information is shared, in a timely manner, across all outlets.
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Manage all social media accounts – create and utilize social media calendar, accessible to all program managers.
Education and Experience Required: Current enrollment in bachelor’s level Communications or similar major.