Are you a college student interested in gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit operations while supporting a mission that directly uplifts students like you? The Williams-Franklin Foundation is seeking a driven, detail-oriented Administrative Intern to join our team beginning May 2026.
This remote, part-time internship offers a unique opportunity to work year-round behind the scenes of a growing national nonprofit committed to educational equity. As an Administrative Intern, you’ll collaborate with foundation staff and board members, support key initiatives such as scholarship awards and events, and help keep daily operations running smoothly. You’ll gain real-world exposure to nonprofit management, communications, marketing, and leadership—while building professional skills that translate across industries.
This role is ideal for students curious about social impact, nonprofit administration, communications, or education-focused careers, and who are eager to learn in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Williams-Franklin Foundation Administrative Intern
Location: Remote | Start Date: May 2026 | Commitment: Part-Time Internship
About the Williams-Franklin Foundation (WFF):
The Williams-Franklin Foundation provides scholarships, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) nationwide. We are dedicated to advancing educational equity, empowering future leaders, and strengthening the HBCU community.
Position Overview:
The Administrative Intern will play a key support role across all areas of the Williams-Franklin Foundation’s operations. This position is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented individual interested in nonprofit management, communications, or social impact. The intern will assist with day-to-day operations, event coordination, and the annual scholarship process—acting as an essential assistant to the entire foundation team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing meeting mock-ups, agendas, and follow-up summaries
- Serve as a meeting host and note-taker for foundation and committee meetings
- Contribute to monthly newsletters, announcements, and donor communications
- Support marketing and social media management, including content scheduling and engagement
- Help maintain and update contact databases and digital files
- Coordinate logistics and communication for the scholarship award process with new awardees
- Collaborate with staff and board members on special projects as assigned
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks independently
- Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.)
- Interest in education, philanthropy, or nonprofit administration
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, and ChatGPT
- Must be enrolled at an accredited Historically Black College or University
Benefits:
- Hands-on experience in nonprofit operations and scholarship management
- Opportunity to build professional skills in communications, marketing, and leadership
- Mentorship and networking within the HBCU and nonprofit communities
- Opportunities to host live webinars and assist in facilitating foundation events
Compensation
This is a paid, part-time, remote internship that consists of a weekly check-in either in-person or digitally. The marketing and social media internship requires 10–15 hours per week and will provide a monthly stipend as compensation.
Organization
The mission of the Williams-Franklin Foundation is to provide academic scholarships, business/career networking, and mentoring opportunities to HBCU students with extreme financial need.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re organized, proactive, and passionate about supporting the HBCU community, we encourage you to apply. This internship offers meaningful experience, mentorship, and the chance to contribute to work that makes a real difference.
👉 Apply now and take the next step in your professional journey with the Williams-Franklin Foundation.
👉 Email your resume to info@wmsfranklinfoundation.org
