Employer:  City of Philadelphia - Managing Director’s Office for Health and Human Services

Office Location: 1401 JFK Boulevard, Philadelphia PA 19102

Wage: $16.82/hr- Must qualify for Federal Workstudy

Length of Employment: Spring semester (starting no earlier than the week of January 20, 2026 – no later than May 5, 2026). Dates are flexible, depending on the student’s schedule and work study amount.

Work Schedule: 

• Hours per week: Approximately 10 - 15 hours/week.  Specific hours per week can be flexible depending on student’s work study amount.
• Weekly schedule: The student’s regular schedule will be between the hours of 9 – 5 pm. We will work with students to set a weekly schedule that accounts for their classes and other commitments.
• Interns must be able to work in person. A SEPTA pass will be provided.

To Apply Contact: Alexandra Lenihan, [click-for-email]

Job Description:

The MDO’s Health and Human Services Cluster is looking for one intern in Spring 2026 to assist with data-related projects for the City’s Criminal and Juvenile Justice Debt Relief Program. Interns will spend the semester getting a closer look at the operations of government and improving skills related to program implementation, data management in Microsoft Excel, data visualization, communicating about data to diverse audiences, and assisting with project management. Students will learn about how court debt impacts criminal record clearing, how to read a criminal docket, and the history and landscape of criminal record clearing in PA.  

• Working with HHS staff and another student to develop a report on the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Program. The responsibilities for this intern will include summarizing and visualizing program data in the report.
• Developing other systems or materials to quantitatively highlight the progress of this program such as updates to a data dashboard, informational graphics, or slideshows.
• Supporting efforts to streamline data management by using power queries to connect multiple datasets.
• Creating and updating Excel formulas to mitigate data management errors and auto-populate data to reduce future errors.
• Reviewing criminal dockets to determine an individual’s pathway to record clearing and how their criminal debt may be a barrier to record clearing. This will not be the intern’s main responsibility. Instead, it would give them some insights on what the program is and what the data means.
• Collaborating with HHS staff and OIT staff to implement a pdf scrapping tool. The tool will already be developed, but the intern would support efforts to use Power Automate and Excel to integrate the tool into the program’s existing processes and dataset.
• As needed, collaborating with the program team to respond and/or implement recommendations from the independent evaluation team at Drexel University.

Employer:  City of Philadelphia - Managing Director’s Office for Health and Human Services

Work Location: 1401 JFK Boulevard, Philadelphia PA 19102

Wage: $16.82/ Must qualify for federal workstudy. 

Length of Employment: Spring semester (starting no earlier than the week of January 20, 2026 – no later than May 5, 2026). Dates are flexible, depending on the student’s schedule and work study amount.

To Apply Contact:  Lauren Hoffarth  [click-for-email]

Work Schedule:

• Hours per week: Approximately 10 - 15 hours/week.  Specific hours per week can be flexible depending on student’s work study amount.
• Weekly schedule: The student’s regular schedule will be between the hours of 9 – 5 pm. We will work with students to set a weekly schedule that accounts for their classes and other commitments.
• Interns must be able to work in person. A SEPTA pass will be provided.

Job Description:

The MDO’s Health and Human Services Cluster is looking for a Spring 2025 intern to assist with projects related to the City’s Philly Phlush Public Restroom Pilot. The intern will spend the semester getting a closer look at the operations of government and improving skills related to program implementation, community engagement, and strategic planning. The intern will be supervised by a Senior Project Manager in MDO-HHS.  

1. Support community engagement in the next neighborhood where the Philly Phlush public restroom pilot will expand to. This could include designing materials, attending meetings with community groups, joining staff at tabling events, and documenting community feedback.
2. Support efforts to map existing public restrooms in Philadelphia to inform pilot expansion. This could include participating in meetings with other City stakeholders, helping to create a dataset in Excel, or using the map to identify a list of all potential locations.
3. Administer an in-person survey to gather feedback on the three current Philly Phlush public restrooms
4. Review materials from NYC and Minneapolis on their city-wide public restroom strategies and investigate other cities doing similar work. Summarize the best practices and recommendations in a written memo.

Draft outline for report to summarize the pilot, theory of change, budget, implementation challenges and successes, and future opportunities.

General Qualifications/ Specific Qualifications for the various levels/rates of pay associated with the position

We are looking for a team player with an enthusiasm for learning new skills to assist with our office’s operations. We need students who are organized, hardworking, self-motivated, and strong writers to help support the office’s work.   

Candidates must…

1. Have work study eligibility or other funding.
2. Be able to work in person in Philadelphia during the internship.
3. Have strong communication, writing, and research skills and comfort with Microsoft Office.
4. Be reliable and dependable.

Students in graduate programs or undergraduate seniors are preferred. Students studying public policy, sociology, government, political science, economics, communications, law, social work, urban studies, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Those with experience working directly with Philadelphia communities are also encouraged to apply. Other experiences that will make you a strong candidate and that the intern can expect to practice during the placement:

• Ability to work independently as well part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills

Comfort asking questions and incorporating feedback from teams, especially when working on tasks that are unfamiliar

Employer: Bottle Underground Inc.

Position:  Fundraising Intern

Office Work Location:  1901 S 9th St BOK BU, Philadelphia, PA 19148

Wage: $15/Hr- Must qualify for federal workstudy. Email. wkstudy@temple.ed for review. 

Work Schedule: 10-15 hours/week-Some in-person work will be required, Event attendance will be required, Some Saturdays will be required

Length of Employment:  Fall/Spring Semester

To Apply contact: Rebecca Davies- bottleunderground@gmail.com

The intern will work directly with the Executive Director and the Brand Team to support the Community Program at Bottle Underground in workforce development, community engagement, and outreach to
highlight the impact of glass circularity.
The fundraising intern will:

• Identify potential partners that align giving with our mission
• Strategize and launch a fundraising campaign to grow our network of donors
• Communicate with potential
• Plan and host events
• Engage with volunteers
• Acknowledge donors and volunteers

General Qualifications:

• Interest in fundraising, marketing or public relations would be appropriate for the role.
• Some background including professional communications and writing will be necessary.
• Successful candidates will demonstrate proficient technology, research and communication skills.
• Socialmedia experience is preferred.
• Punctuality and attendance are critical to the success of the part time role.

Position:  Elementary School Tutor

Temple Department: College of Education & Human Development- Grandma's Kids

Work Location: Elementary Schools in North Philadelphia

Wage: $18/hr- Must qualify for federal workstudy via FAFSA. Email wkstudy@temple.edu for workstudy eligibility questions.

Length of Employment:  Academic year Fall 25/Spring 26

Work Schedule: 2-4 hour commitment per week required. Up to 12hrs/week. Will schedule individually according to a student’s class schedule. Programs generally operate between 3 and 6pm, Monday to Friday.

Program Information: 

The Grandma’s Kids’ program is an after-school program for Kindergarten to 5^th grade students that provides academic and socio-emotional services to children in schools within the School District of Philadelphia. The schools are located North Philadelphia neighborhoods. The program specifically targets children who are being raised in kinship care, single parent homes, and/or low income households.

The goal of Grandma’s Kids program is to provide quality education programming for these by providing academic support, promotion of healthy lifestyles, enhancement of students’ positive social behaviors and attitudes towards school. We believe in creating a nurturing, trauma-informed practices so that the learning environment is supportive and leads to personal and academic growth. The program operates throughout the school year.

How to Apply: Contact Courtney Poprik @ courtney.poprik@temple.edu

List of Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring in math and reading in small group or individual settings at After-School site
• Develop and implement interactive and engaging academic activities
• Attend tutor trainings and ongoing check-in sessions
• Maintain timely attendance at tutoring site    
• Work as a team with other school staff, and fellow tutors

Qualifications

• Must qualify for Federal Workstudy
• All required background clearances must be completed prior to working to interact with minors.
• Current Temple University College Student. Must have proven track record of academic success.
• Ability to travel to schools by public transportation or own transportation

Preferred Experience

• Experience in an after-school or elementary school setting.
• Spanish-speaking ability.

Employer: City of Philadelphia Managing Director's Office for Health & Human Services.

Position: Outreach & Community Service Engagment Intern

Work Location: 1401 JFK Boulevard, Philadelphia PA 19102

Wage: $16.35/hr Must qualify for federal workstudy via FAFSA.

Email wkstudy@temple.edu to review eligibility.

Length of Employment: Fall (est. early September – December). Dates are flexible, depending on the academic term and work study amount.

Work Schedule:  

• Hours per week: We are looking for one intern to work part-time (10 - 15 hours/week). Specific hours per week can be flexible depending on student’s work study amount.
• Weekly schedule: The student’s regular schedule will be between the hours of 9 – 5 pm. Intern’s hours will include some evening and weekend time to attend community events.
• Interns must be able to work in person, but there may limited opportunities for remote work. A SEPTA pass will be provided

To Apply: Email Lauren.hoffarth@phila.gov

Job Description:

The MDO’s Health and Human Services Cluster is looking for a Fall 2025 intern to support various community engagement and outreach efforts. This intern will help us broaden the reach and public understanding of the services offered by HHS departments as well as support the outreach for the Philly Phlush Public Restroom Pilot. Interns will spend the semester getting a closer look at the operations of government and improving skills related to outreach, community engagement, building relationships with stakeholders, and project management. The intern will be supervised by a Senior Project Manager in MDO-HHs but will also work closely with the HHS Chief of Staff.

1. Attending events put on by community groups in Philadelphia to listen to their needs, help connect them to HHS programs and services, and share this information back with HHS so we can improve our programs and service delivery.
2. Assist in developing a feedback loop between community members and stakeholder groups with the HHS cluster.
3. Developing of one-pagers and other community outreach materials to broaden the reach and public understanding of the services offered by HHS departments
4. Performing research and writing memos concerning best practices for community engagement and community informed program development.
5. Preparing for the opening of a Philly Phlush public restroom at Clark Park in West Philadelphia by designing materials for opening, doing outreach to local community groups, administering surveys, and documenting lessons for future expansion of the pilot.
6. Supporting community engagement in the next neighborhood where the Philly Phlush public restroom pilot will expand to. This could include designing materials, attending meetings with community groups, joining staff at tabling events, and documenting community feedback.
7. Designing and implementing a survey to gather feedback from individuals in Center City on the Philly Phlush public restroom

General Qualifications:

We are looking for a team player with an enthusiasm for learning new skills to assist with our office’s operations. We need students who are organized, hardworking, self-motivated, and strong writers to help support the office’s work. Candidates must…

1. Have work study eligibility or other funding.
2. Be able to work in person in Philadelphia during the internship.
3. Have strong communication, writing, and research skills and comfort with Microsoft Office.
4. Be reliable and dependable.

Students in graduate programs or undergraduate seniors are preferred. Students studying communications, public policy, sociology, government, political science, urban studies, law, social work, public health, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Those with experience working directly with Philadelphia communities are also encouraged to apply.

Employer: Ceiba

Position: Assitant Program Director- Multiple openings

Work Location: 174 Diamond St Philadelphia PA 19122- In Person Position

Wage: $15/hr/ Must qualify for federal workstudy contact wkstudy@temple.edu for a review.

Length of Employment: Academic Year  ( Fall/Spring)

Schedule: Weekdays. Flexible- based on student's availability & academic responsibilities. Some weekends.

How to Apply: Email- Ivette.rivera@ceibaphiladelphia.org

Ceiba's mission is to promote the economic development and financial inclusion of the Latino community through collaborations and advocacy aimed at ensuring their access to quality housing. Ceiba uses free tax preparation as a gateway to asset building. Through Ceiba, the member agencies enhance and coordinate the delivery of their asset-building services through an approach that integrates financial literacy, comprehensive housing counseling, free tax preparation services, access to the Earned Income Tax Credit, and public benefits. Ceiba is a leader in meeting the asset-building needs of immigrants in Philadelphia. It is the only community organization in Philadelphia designated by the IRS as a Certifying Acceptance Agent. Ceiba is also a strong advocate for the rights of people who are Limited English Proficient (LEP). Ceiba is the backbone to the Ceiba - Latino Equitable Development Collective (Ceiba - LEDC), a collective impact initiative that brings together the top 10 Latino nonprofits in Philadelphia to encourage collaboration between organizations. Many of them have excellent track records and are leaders in their field. Through this collective, we seek to amplify our impact on the community we serve. https://www.ceibaphiladelphia.org/

Responsibilities:

Including but not limited to the following:

• Ensure high-quality tax preparation services for clients.
• Work with VITA staff and the Communications team to execute a marketing plan for the VITA program.
• Maintain all equipment (computers, printers, etc.)
• Ensure that processes are in place at each site to treat each client with respect, while maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
• Coordinate with VITA staff and the volunteer team to resolve client tax issues.
• Partner with outside agencies, organizations, governmental entities, and community partner organizations to execute the VITA program.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of procedures at all tax preparation sites.
• Develop procedures and manuals to ensure that sites run smoothly, including but not limited to greeting and screening clients, processing intake forms, processing tax forms, troubleshooting, quality control, tracking client information and data, and transmitting returns to the IRS.
• Ensure all quality site requirements are followed to protect Ceiba and all volunteers from liability.
• Work with specific agencies to facilitate the preparation of resident tax returns through VITA.
• Maintain VITA tax preparation certification at an advanced level.
• Recruit new volunteers to become trained and certified as VITA tax preparers through various channels and strategies, and retain and engage current VITA volunteers.
• Plan and execute training programs for new and returning volunteers. Ensure compliance with all IRS rules and regulations.

General Qualifications:

• Strong writing, public speaking and organizing skills.
• The ability to build relationships with community people, staff of community-based organizations, business and corporate leaders and officials at the federal, state, and local level.
• Good negotiating and conflict resolution skills.
• Fluency in Spanish or Indonesian is preferred but not required.
• Experience and/or knowledge of Latino culture.
• Commitment to the Latino community and knowledge of the dynamics of the City of Philadelphia.
• Dedication to VITA’S mission.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision, excellent collaborative skill’s, organized, detail oriented.

Employer: Learn To Be

Location: Virtual Position

Wage: Correction $15 /hr- Must qualify for federal work-study. Email wkstudy@temple.edu to review eligibility.

Length of Employment: Fall 2025/Spring 2026-This position is available year-round to eligible Federal Work Study students. Students will commit to at least a semester working with LTB.

Work Schedule: Students will make their own schedule, however common tutoring hours are late afternoons, evenings and weekends.

How to Apply: Contact Emily.darcy@learntobe.org

Job Description:

Learn to Be provides a flexible, remote opportunity to interested Federal Work Study college students to serve as a virtual tutor. As a tutor with LTB, you will make your own schedule and pick which grade levels and subjects you wish to tutor. You can tutor as many or as few grade levels or subjects as you feel comfortable with. This position is open to all majors and you do not need to have tutoring or teaching experience! This position requires working directly with minors.

• Tutors communicate student preferences, grade, subject and availability.
• Tutors will select students, based on tutor preferences of grade level and subject.
• Once connected, tutors communicate directly with your student/family to determine the best schedule for lessons. Establish the best way to stay in touch and communicate with them regularly.
• Commit to tutoring 1-2x per week (or more!) for at least a semester.
• Support your student/s through homework help, test prep, and engaging lesson plans.
• Act as a mentor, not just a tutor.

General Qualifications
• 17 years old +
• Live in the United States
• Consent to a public record background check run by Learn to Be
• Understanding of technology or the ability to learn quickly
• Responsible and reliable
• Organized and a good communicator
• Flexible & empathetic to students from differing circumstances
• Passionate about working with K- 12 students
• Attend tutor onboarding training

Location: Virtual Position

Wage: $15/hr - Must qualify for federal work-study. Email wkstudy@temple.edu to review eligibility.

Length of Employment: Fall 2025/ Spring 2025

Work Schedule:  At least one hour between 4:00 – 7:00 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays

and Thursdays. Tutors will have to work an additional 1‐2 hours (depending on number of tutoring sessions) outside of tutoring for prep.

Job Description:

The Chapman Foundation is committed to providing high‐quality tutoring in Math and Reading for students in grades K through

12. Our learning plans are personally designed to meet students where they are and our low student to teacher ratio of 2:1 is

designed to strengthen the relationship between the student and his or her tutor and to improve the student’s confidence.

The advertised position is a completely remote/virtual position in which candidates will tutor students in grades K to 12 in

Reading and/or Mathematics.

• Tutors will provide instruction and homework help to students in Mathematics or Reading.
• Tutors will also assist students with their academic goals in school, state exams (i.e., PSSA and Keystones) as well as college entrance exams (i.e., SAT PSAT and ACT).
• Tutors will closely monitor students' progress and help students build their confidence whether it comes to doing homework assignments or taking a big exam.

Clearances:

This position requires that tutors get the following clearances prior to starting. The Chapman Foundation will assist with the cost of clearances if the prospective tutor has a financial need.

• PA Child Abuse Clearance: cost is $13.00
• Criminal Background Check: cost is $22.00
• FBI Fingerprint Clearance: cost is $18.00

General Qualifications:

• Candidates should be at least college sophomores with a 2.5 GPA, able to provide transcripts, student schedule, and two references.
• Candidates should be able to show expertise in the subject they are applying to tutor either through academic or prior work experience. 
• Candidates should also be available at least one hour between 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays and/or Mondays and Wednesdays. 

The Chapman Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide tutoring and educational services to economically disadvantaged communities.  Our tutoring program is 100% free and is truly a social benefit. 

To Apply contact:  thechapmanfoundation@gmail.com

Work Location:  1700 W Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121/ Requires traveling to schools. Primarily in person work

Number of Positions: (2) 

Wage: $14/hr- Federal Work-Study required. Contact wkstudy@temple.edu for eligibiity review.

Length of Employment:  Fall 2025/Spring 2026

Work Schedule: 5 to 15-hour per week time commitment

Job Description:

The Wagner Free Institute of Science, a natural history museum, educational institution and historic landmark, seeks Museum & Education Assistants in supporting of general museum operations including children’s science education programs, greeting visitors, assisting in the gift shop, public programs and administrative and clerical support as needed. 

Museum & Education Assistants will work with WFIS Children’s Educators to provide support for weekly lesson preparation and classroom implementation of outreach in local elementary schools, depending on schedule availability. Additionally, assistants will work with program and administration staff to facilitate visitor services, program support and clerical work as their schedules permit. We encourage individuals from racially marginalized communities to apply because we believe having a staff that reflects the community we serve is critical to our ability to be culturally responsive. 

A National Historic Landmark, the Wagner Free Institute of Science is a natural history museum and educational institution located in North Philadelphia, near Temple University’s main campus. Incorporated in 1855, the Wagner is dedicated to providing free public education in science. It fulfills this mission by offering adult education courses, children’s lessons, and programs; by operating a natural history museum open to the public; and by providing public tours, special seminars, and symposia. 

Required Skills:

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience, connection and/or work within the North Philadelphia community greatly valued
• Able to problem solve and work independently
• Interest in museums, science education and historic sites preferred
• Prior visitor services, retail or customer service experience preferred
• Must have full background check prior to start of employment, WFIS will cover payment for background checks
• Covid-19 Vaccination required

If interested- please email cover letter and resume to Jacob Yakira, Director of Children’s Education at [click-for-email].

Organization Name: The Woodlands Trust for Historic Preservation

Office Work Location: The Woodlands-4000 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Wage: $18/hr- Must qualify for federal work-study grant. Email wkstudy@temple.edu for eligibility review.

Length of Employment: Spring 2025, Summer 2025 and Fall 2025

Work Schedule: Flexible based on student’s schedule. Hours will generally fall within weekdays from 10am - 5pm, with occasional evening and weekend hours available. Up to 20 hours per week.

Job Description:

The Woodlands Landscape Assistant will work alongside The Woodlands Facilities and Landscape Manager. This will involve physical labor including, but not limited to:

• Gardening tasks such as planting, weeding, watering, staking, mulching, and raking
• Site clean-up tasks such as litter collection, invasive plant removal, stick and branch collection
• Tasks may require use of string trimmer, blower, leaf chopper, electric golf cart or gas powered water pump.
• Other hands-on duties as needed

The Woodlands Landscape Assistant position is paid a rate of $18/hour. Ideal applicants have experience working in horticulture and are enrolled in a horticulture, environmental science, or landscape design program. Work will be performed outdoors in all weather.

The Woodlands Landscape Assistant will help advance landscape and garden goals of this 54-acre National Historic Landmark District. The Woodlands is accessible by public transit and has ample off street parking.

To apply: email Jessica Baumert-baumert@woodlandsphila.org

Organization:  Wyck Historical House, Garden & Farm

Office Location: 6026 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19144

Wage: $15/hr- Must be approved for Federal Work-study. Contact wkstudy@temple.edu if you do not have a work-study award.

Length of Employment: Spring/Summer- (April 1st-June 30th ) Email wkstudy@temple.edu for workstudy eligibility review.  

Work Schedule: 

• 5 hours a week are scheduled for the Home Farm Club on Tuesdays 4pm-6pm and Fridays 9am-12pm.
• 10 hours a week to be scheduled in the Rose Garden. Working hours are between 9am-5pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday to be scheduled based on the intern's availability.

To Apply for this Position:
Please send a resume and letter of interest (maximum 1 page) to Jackson Warren- jwarren@wyck.org. You will be contacted by email if you qualify for an interview.

Job Description:

Wyck’s Horticulture Internship is a unique opportunity for a horticulture student to have an intensive, handson experience with all facets of rose culture and care, as well as urban agriculture and fine gardening, during the most beautiful times of the year in our garden.

The Horticulture Intern will work with Wyck’s Manager of Living Collections/Horticulturist as their direct supervisor, on the care and propagation of old garden roses and the annuals, biennials and perennials with which they are interplanted. Tasks in the Rose Garden may include weeding, mulching, pruning, bed edging, planting, dividing, up-potting, trellising, watering, record keeping, and a variety of propagation tasks including seed sowing, softwood cuttings, and air layering. The ideal Horticulture intern will also help with event set up and staffing of our Celebration of the Roses festival held on Saturday May 24, 2025 from 10am4pm, and may be asked to support other events as needed.  

The Horticulture intern will also work with the Farm Manager to help supervise the Home Farm Club, which provides opportunities for agricultural education and free organic produce to residents of the Germantown neighborhood. Tasks at the Home Farm will include supervising volunteer groups of all ages, and may include weeding, watering, planting, thinning crops, staking, trellising, harvesting produce, mulching, using drip irrigation systems, record keeping, and preparing garden beds.   Due to the all-ages nature of the Home Farm Club program, the intern will need to pass a PA Child Abuse Clearance, which will be paid for by the Wyck Association. The intern will not be using any pesticides/herbicides/chemicals or power tools, but should be comfortable carrying up to 50lbs, and an ideal candidate is comfortable working on a ladder with supervision.  The intern is scheduled to work an average of 15 hours a week. 5 hours a week on the Home Farm are scheduled on Tuesdays from 4pm-6pm and Fridays from 9am-12pm. The remaining 10 hours in the Rose Garden can be determined based on the student’s availability between the hours of 9am-5pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. There is one Saturday in the last weekend of May (5/24/2025) from 10am-4pm that we hope a candidate can be available for.  

COVID-19 Policy:

Wyck’s priority is to maintain the safety of our staff and visitors, while allowing Friends of Wyck and guests to enjoy the beauty of Wyck’s house and grounds. As such, all staff must be vaccinated for COVID-19. If staff are feeling unwell or feverish, we ask that they remain home. These guidelines are intended to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and are subject to change based on guidance from the CDC and state & local authorities. Additionally, if Wyck feels the safety of its staff or visitors is at risk, the site may close with little to no notice. 

Employer: Spiral Q

Job Location: 4247 W Stiles St. Philadelphia, PA 19104

Wage: $15/hr- Must qualify for federal work-study. Email wkstudy@temple.edu for eligibility review. 

Length of Employment: Spring/Summer 2025 semester ( Jan- June)

Work Schedule: Spiral Q has a fairly flexible work schedule, but Apprentices should have the ability to  work at least 8 hours a week. Hours will mainly fall during office hours, from 10am-6pm on weekdays, but programs may seek availability on some nights and  weekends.

Program Assistant Duties & Responsibilities

Support Spiral Q teaching artists in engaging youth in arts programming at schools, social service agencies and one-off events around Philadelphia. 

• Assist in planning, preparing, and promoting Spiral Q events 
• Help host and facilitate art builds and events at Spiral Q’s studio 
• Manage and track recyclable material donations 
• Work at organizational events such as parades, presentations, or fundraisers. 
• Other responsibilities as needed and fit your strengths 

Program Assistant Qualifications: 

• Commitment to Spiral Q’s mission, vision and values (please see website: www.spiralq.org) ● Advocate of social, racial, and economic justice. 
• Self-motivated, self directed, with a willingness to learn, willingness to teach, and a sense of humor. 
• Available for occasional weekend and evening events. 
• Some comfort with speaking with the public and simple performance 
• Excellent communication, organization, problem -solving, and collaborative skills
• Ability to work independently and think creatively 
• Desire to work with, and sensitive to, diverse communities 
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and details in fast paced environment 
• Per Pennsylvania state law, all employees must provide criminal background and child abuse clearance checks upon hire. 
• Ability to work at least 8 hours a week 

Studio Assistant Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain Studio space and inventory of supplies 
• Arrange studio space for workshops, presentations, and performances 
• Support artists and teaching artists residencies with materials and supplies 
• Work with staff, guest artists, and community members on creative projects in our studio and in the community 
• Work at organizational events such as parades, presentations, or fund-raisers. ● Other responsibilities as needed 

Studio Assistant Qualifications: 

 Commitment to Spiral Q’s mission, vision and values (please see website: www.spiralq.org)

• Advocate of social, racial, and economic justice. 
• Self-motivated, self directed, with a willingness to learn, willingness to teach, and a sense of humor. 
• Available for occasional weekend and evening events. 
• Comfort using power tools and handsaws 
• Strong organizational skills 
• A valid driver's license (not required) 
• Per Pennsylvania state law, all employees must provide criminal background and child abuse clearance checks upon hire. 
• Interest in exploring alternative approaches to 3D form, textiles, theater, or printmaking.
• Ability to work at least 8 hours a week

Spiral Q uses art to build strong and equitable communities characterized by creativity, joy, can do attitudes, and the courage to act on their convictions. 

Spiral Q is committed to offering equal opportunity in employment, and providing a work environment that integrates diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our business. The representation and collaboration of diverse experiences, backgrounds, ethnicities, education levels, sexual orientations, and regional/cultural orientations is vital to Spiral Q. 

Note that, all positions require successful applicants to provide the following background checks upon hire:

• PA Criminal Record Check and
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance at their own expense. An existing record does not automatically disqualify your application. 

Students’ work takes place at Spiral Q’s studio in West Philadelphia at 4247 Stiles Street and at community sites around Philadelphia depending on your apprenticeship role and schedule availability to be in programs. 

Spiral Q believes in harm reduction and community care which means we are taking extra precautions to make sure our network of humans are practicing the best public health practices. Spiral Q requires all employees to wear KN-95 or surgical masks while working indoors and outdoors when working with children on school grounds. When working outdoors: if social distancing is allowed, employees may remove their masks based on comfortability and shifting school policies. Spiral Q will provide employees with free N-95 masks upon need and/or request. 

To apply for this position email: Angela Heaps at angela@spiralq.org

Employer: Pennsylvania Environmental Council

Title: Graduate Fellow

Wage: $20/hr- Must qualify for Summer work-study. Contact wkstudy@temple.edu for review.

Schedule: 20-25 hrs per week- based on work-study funding.

Location: The position will be based in PEC’s Philadelphia office and offers optional hybrid remote work two days per week.

Description:
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) protects and restores the natural and built environment through innovation, collaboration, education, and advocacy. The Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers (POWR), a supporting organization of PEC, provides the tools, training, and resources that empower community watershed organization leaders to protect and restore rivers and streams, advocate for sound water resource management, and facilitate stewardship of Pennsylvania’s waterways. Visit our websites at www.pecpa.org and www.pawatersheds.org.
The Graduate Fellow will assist PEC’s Watersheds Program and POWR staff and PEC’s Trails & Outdoor Recreation Program staff on various projects in support of the organizations’ missions. The position will be based in PEC’s Philadelphia office and offers optional hybrid remote work two days per week.
The Graduate Fellow will support the Watersheds Program and POWR with a range of needs including research and development of outreach and education program materials that address water resource issues in southeastern Pennsylvania streams and rivers. This work involves: researching current trends in watershed planning related to improving the management of stormwater runoff from urban and suburban land uses; creating and updating training and outreach materials; developing graphics and presentations under the direction of PEC staff for diverse audiences including municipal officials, municipal staff, watershed organizations and private landowners.

The Fellow will assist in research on municipal codes and alternative financial and economic incentives for implementing green infrastructure projects. The position includes supporting PEC’s work in evaluating if municipal development ordinances enable green stormwater infrastructure and related nature-based practices. The work also may involve planning, supporting, and promoting regional watershed groups and water trail manager workshops.
The Graduate Fellow will support PEC’s Trails & Outdoor Recreation Program with the administration of a mini-grant program that aims to increase awareness and use of the Circuit Trails multi-use trail network among under-represented and marginalized groups. The Fellow will assist with the launch of a new round of mini-grant funding and will engage with current grantees through capacity-building sessions and virtual meet-ups. The Fellow may also conduct research on workforce development program models as they relate to addressing trail maintenance needs across the Circuit Trails network.

Qualifications:

• Computer proficiency with word processing, graphic design, and databases is essential.
• Excellent communications skills, writing, and research capabilities are essential.
• Working knowledge of GIS software (ArcGIS 10) and CANVA is desirable.
• Proficiency in Adobe or Microsoft graphic programs (e.g., In-Design, Publisher, Illustrator) a plus.
• Working towards an environmental studies, urban planning, landscape architecture, or similar degree.
• Must be able to work well in a team and independently.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Additional Instructions:
To apply, email one PDF document that includes your resume and a cover letter describing how your interest and experience blends with PEC's mission and the position description. Send application materials to: PECjobs@pecpa.org.