2026 Student Summer Internship

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Position Type: Part-time Student Internship (24 hours per week)

Duration: 10 weeks (Summer 2026) 

(Specific dates flexible based on student's academic schedule) 

Position Description:  

Iowa Safe Schools is seeking a motivated student to join our team this summer. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in nonprofit work, advocacy, and program development, while supporting meaningful projects that impact LGBTQ+ and allied students across Iowa.

The selected intern will contribute to the creation and updating of student-facing resources and help turn complex information into engaging formats for youth. This role also includes supporting our youth programming and engagement efforts, with opportunities to contribute to event planning, programming development, and outreach.

Working closely with staff, the intern will select and complete several potential projects that strengthen the organization’s student programming. The role is collaborative, with some flexibility, allowing the intern to align project work with their interests and professional goals while building experience in communication, project management, and program support.

We are hiring one intern for this position. This role can be completed in one of the following formats:

• In-person (Des Moines office)
• Hybrid
• Remote

Additional Details:

• Our summer office hours are Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The intern should generally plan to complete their weekly hours during this timeframe if working in person. 
• Parking costs will be reimbursed for in-office hours completed by the intern if working in an in-person or hybrid format.
• The intern will be provided with an organizational device (laptop or iPad) for the duration of the internship.
• If working in a hybrid or remote format, the intern may receive an internet stipend or a hotspot device, if needed.

  Optional in-person opportunities: Regardless of format, the intern may have opportunities to join staff for events, meetings, or shadowing experiences. Participation is optional and intended to enhance the overall internship experience.

$15/hour, distributed in three stipend payments throughout the internship, including an initial payment at the start of the program. 

Required: 

• Current high school or college student (must be at least 16)
• Interest in nonprofit work, education, communications, advocacy, or related fields
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly in writing and conversation 
• Willingness to take initiative, ask questions, and follow through on projects
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Personal Qualities:

• Passion for social justice and alignment with Iowa Safe Schools’ mission and a genuine interest in supporting LGBTQ+ youth
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and follow through
• Thoughtful, respectful, and aware of the diverse and intersecting identities and experiences of LGBTQ+ students
• Self-motivated, curious, and open to learning

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