Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.
Job Title: Intern, State Operations and Programs (Unpaid)
Department: State Operations and Programs
Reports to: Deputy Director, Programs
# of direct reports: 0
Salary Range: Unpaid
Revised date: 5/29/2025
Position Overview: The Programs & Operations Intern is responsible for providing virtual support to the Best Buddies in Georgia team in the areas of program development, event planning, communications, and statewide operations. This fully remote position offers flexible hours and is designed to provide meaningful experience in nonprofit programming, disability advocacy, and administrative coordination. Interns will complete ongoing weekly tasks and select one to two project areas to focus on throughout the internship.
Job Requirements – Qualified applicants must have:
Programs
Special Projects (intern will select 1–2 to complete during internship)
Operations
Time Commitment & Location:
Internship Benefits:
Best Buddies® is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International’s core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.
Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.
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