Nonprofit Admin & Outreach Intern (Hybrid

Time Commitment: 10 - 15 hours per week, with some hours on the weekend

Duration: 3 months, Sept 8, 2026 to Oct 30, 2026 (estimated end date)

Company Description

Diaspora DNA Story Center is a cultural hub that explores origin stories and collective memories from the art, history, and lives of the global majority. We celebrate our shared humanity through story; kin keeping the common threads of our diasporas across the continuum of time.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Administrative Intern to support Diaspora DNA’s outreach and fundraising efforts. This internship offers hands‑on experience in nonprofit communications, calendar management, and utilizing office software skills. It is an excellent opportunity for students or early-career professionals interested in gaining practical skills in the nonprofit sector while contributing to meaningful social impact.

This is a hybrid position, with some work taking place remotely and some requiring in-person attendance at our office. Additionally, the intern will be asked to support weekend events on occasion; advanced notice will always be provided for any weekend commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Manage calendars, emails, internal communication logs, arranging team meetings, and setting up virtual or in-person meetings

Conduct basic research to support team leads and managing attendee list for events, RSVPs, and simple outreach communication administrative managers

Track inventories for resources, supplies, and archive-related materials

Assist in database tracking, data entry, and organizing digital or physical files connected to community projects

Help to coordinate logistics for community logistics for community gatherings , public programs , or cultural showcases

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends (with notice)

Qualifications

1 - 2 years of experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Interest in nonprofit work preserving ancestral knowledge, the communities history, and cultural arts

Familiarity with record-keeping, and attention to detail in regards to managing files and correspondence

Detail-oriented, reliable, and proactive

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Experience with data entry, digital scheduling/calendar management, and Google Workspace,(e.g. Microsoft Office or similar) is a plus but not required

Compensation

This is an intern role and a great opportunity for anyone interested in learning about the administrative side of nonprofits. This is a hands‑on role that allows the intern to learn by doing and sharpen their skills.

Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
The Philadelphia Building
1315 Walnut Street, Suite 1101
Philadelphia, PA 19107
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