About PPL

Project for Pride in Living (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families to become self-reliant through integrated services in housing, employment, and education. We believe in the power of community and the potential of every person. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need not only to survive but also to thrive.

Job Summary

The Youth Program Assistant Intern will play a key providing programming for youth who have experienced homelessness. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about youth development, education, and community engagement.

YPAs bring their strengths and passions to develop, facilitate, and engage youth in enrichment activities while building supportive, positive relationships with youth, parents, and community volunteers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with staff/volunteers and program partners to deliver program sessions.
• Plan, prep and facilitate age-appropriate enrichment activities for youth
• Develop relationships with youth participating in programming
• Serve as a role model to youth through consistent attendance and reliability 
• Assist with behavior management and redirection as needed
• Set up, organize, and clean program space
• Assist with other projects as assigned

What we are looking for

• Self-starter and self-directed, ability to work independently on assigned projects.
• Experience with youth (after-school program, camp counseling, tutoring, etc.).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds and engage diverse youth.
• Ability to adhere to HIPPAA and data privacy requirements.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• Willingness to work on site and directly with youth.

Benefits

• Training, guidance and mentoring from experienced professionals in the field.
• Professional development experiences may include trainings, workshops, team meetings and events and can be tailored to the intern’s goals and field of study.

Work Hours

Wednesdays 4:00pm - 8:00pm and additional day a week- Approximately 6-10 hours/week; some evening hours required (until 8pm Wednesdays) – position starts 9/3/2025

Work Location

New Foundations

Saint Paul, MN 55130

***This position is an In Person role.***

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.