Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Intern

WHO WE ARE

The Kids in the Game mission is to provide positive experiences and opportunities through sports and creative play. As a Certified B Corporation, we are committed to creating a positive social impact for the communities and youth that we serve.

Our organizational philosophy is grounded in our core values. Our team members embody these values in all facets of our programming. We are Inclusive, Committed, Positive, Empathetic, and Ambitious.

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP

The People & Culture intern will assist the Chief People Officer in carrying out projects related to the organization’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiative.  The P&C DEI Intern needs to possess the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information, including employee data and workforce demographics. They will be detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Kids in the Game offers seasonal internships throughout the year. Internships are typically 14-18 weeks long and Interns would be expected to work between 25-35 hours per week in person at our office location. Below are the dates for each season.

• Spring 2025: January 13th - May 16th

• Summer 2025: May 5th - August 22nd

 Key functions of the internship could include:

• Participate in meetings with the DEI working group to gain an understanding of the organization’s intended DEI goals for the 2024-2025 program year
• Conduct research and content creation DEI newsletters, educational materials, and social media initiatives
• Assist with designing and facilitating DEI workshops and modulus 
• Research and analyze data from company diversity surveys
  • Internal systems and policies analysis to identify areas for greater alignment with DEI strategies

Compensation: Internships are unpaid opportunities for first term Interns. We do offer $200-$300 completion bonuses at the end of unpaid internship contracts. There is also the potential to extend for a second term, paid internship. We can also offer class credit where applicable.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT US

• We are a youthful, passionate, and committed team of individuals who care about our youth and city
• We support each other personally and professionally by encouraging a growth mindset and shared sense of purpose
• We use games & team building exercises to maintain a robust team culture
• We offer you the freedom to work outside of the office and reach new parts of NYC – every day can be a different experience as you visit all of our schools and programs and get a feel for all parts of the city
• We are an active team and regularly participate in company social leagues, workout classes, and sporting events

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

You can expect to be welcomed into an engaging and spirited environment that emphasizes the importance of teamwork, open communication, and collaboration. We are proud to foster an inclusive environment where our team members feel respected by and connected to one another. We celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives, and passions of our employees, and we look forward to adding dynamic personalities to our team.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we believe strongly in the value of incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We accept applications from all interested candidates, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics

INTERN EXPECTATIONS

The DEI Intern is an undergraduate student or recent graduate who is looking to learn and contribute to organizational practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

 As a DEI Intern, you would be expected to:

• Attend weekly check-ins (30-60 minutes) with the Chief People Officer each week
• Work 3-5 days per week with at least one remote work day
• Attend biweekly meetings with the DEI committee/working group
• Communicate quickly and efficiently with Chief People Officer via email and Slack
• Use organization-wide communication channels and policies (Slack, Gmail, Google Calendar, etc.)
• Support the implementation of DEI workshops led by an external facilitator
• Facilitate a team exercise focused on improving awareness and understanding of important DEI topics
• Facilitate a final presentation for the Kids in the Game leadership team with your DEI research findings and recommendations to improve our DEI work