Strategy & Operations Intern

Job Summary The Strategy & Operations Intern will support the launch and early‑stage growth of Blue Door Academy, an emerging initiative within Boys & Girls Clubs of America. This role is ideal for a motivated self‑starter who wants hands‑on experience in program development, communications, operations, and nonprofit strategy. The intern will support a variety of cross‑functional projects aligned with Blue Door Academy’s launch and growth priorities, adapting to emerging needs across operations, program, and talent development.

Internship Timeline Must be available from June 2 - August 5, 2026

Location Office‑based in Atlanta, GA (hybrid model – 3 days remote / 2 days in office – Tuesday & Wednesday)

Compensation 17.00/hr

Objectives

Support foundational systems and processes for pilot organizations

Assist in organizing documentation, tools, and implementation resources

Help streamline internal workflows and external‑facing materials

Produce tangible deliverables that support fall launch readiness

What You’ll Be Learning

Early‑stage initiative build‑out within a national nonprofit

Operational systems design and process development

Program implementation strategy

Talent development and organizational support

Cross‑functional collaboration

Strategic communication in a mission‑driven environment

Translating ideas into actionable plans

Responsibilities Strategic & Operational Support

Support cross‑functional projects related to systems, workflows, and implementation planning

Assist in documenting processes and identifying opportunities for operational improvement

Help organize internal tools, resources, and shared documentation

Conduct research and summarize findings to inform decision‑making

Assist with basic data tracking, reporting, and dashboard updates

Program Development & Implementation Support

Assist in the development of program materials, guides, and implementation resources

Support pilot organization coordination and feedback tracking

Help draft FAQs, toolkits, onboarding materials, and support documents

Organize and synthesize feedback from stakeholders

Contribute to launch‑readiness efforts for new program sites

Talent & Organizational Development Support

Support development of training materials and internal learning resources

Assist with documentation of roles, responsibilities, and onboarding processes

Help organize talent development resources and communications

Contribute to internal engagement initiatives or culture‑building efforts

Assist with scheduling coordination and preparation for trainings or meetings

Qualifications What We’re Looking For

Self‑starter comfortable working in evolving environments

Strong organizational skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Ability to synthesize information and identify patterns

Detail‑oriented with follow‑through

Professional maturity and discretion

Comfortable navigating ambiguity

Comfortable shifting between strategic thinking and hands‑on task execution

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in related field

Availability to work onsite in the Midtown Atlanta office

Ability to work through Summer 2026

Core Skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Ability to organize complex information clearly

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Basic data organization and tracking skills (Excel/Smartsheet)

Research and summarization ability

Professional communication skills

Bonus

Experience creating training materials

Social media content development

Familiarity with CRM or project management tools

Basic design skills (Canva or similar)

Education / Major Preferred Majors Include (but Are Not Limited To)

Business Administration

Organizational Leadership

Communications

Human Resources

Public Policy

Public Health

Education

Nonprofit Management

Marketing

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