Program Assistant Intern

Status: Paid - Full Time

Description:

NOTE: Stipend for Position is covered by Specific grant that affords experience to Youth between the Ages of 18-24 who are TN residents.

Program Assistant Intern

Report to: Family Success Specialist
Location: Chattanooga, TN | Status: Internship (Paid) |
Duration: 12 weeks Between May 5- August 22, 2025

Full-time position, but job-share may be available

About The Momentum Network

The Momentum Network is a two-generation support community for single mothers pursuing a college degree. We empower women to continue their education while receiving access to housing, childcare, career development, and wraparound services that lead to long-term success for their families.

Position Summary

The Program Assistant Intern will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of Momentum’s student and family support programming. This opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate or a college senior earning a Bachelor’s degree by May 2026 who is interested in nonprofit work, social services, or educational equity. The intern will support intake, outreach, care coordination, and facilitation of family-focused meetings and events. The intern should be comfortable working with both student parents and their children in a supportive, trauma-informed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with eligibility and enrollment of new program participants, including application tracking and document collection
• Support outreach efforts through campus engagement, follow-up communications, and relationship-building with community partners
• Help coordinate resources and referrals for participants in collaboration with program staff
• Participate in and assist with family-friendly program meetings, workshops, and events (some evening hours required)
• Engage warmly and professionally with student parents and their children
• Perform light office duties including reception coverage, basic research, and preparation of program materials
• Maintain accurate records and support documentation in internal systems
• Provide general support to the Program Team and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be a recent graduate or current senior earning a Bachelor’s degree by May 2026
• Prior experience in client services, customer service, education, childcare, or related roles strongly preferred
• Excellent communication skills, empathy, and a team-oriented mindset
• Comfortable working with both adult participants and young children
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail
• Willingness to work in-person in Chattanooga, TN, with some evening availability

What You’ll Gain

• Experience working in a two-generation, mission-driven nonprofit
• Skills in care coordination, participant intake, outreach, and administrative support
• Mentorship from experienced program leaders
• A deeper understanding of the barriers faced by student-parent families and the resources that help them succeed

To Apply:

Submit a resume and a brief cover letter sharing why you’re interested in supporting student-parent families to apply at momentumnetwork.org/team-interest.
No phone calls, please.
Learn more about The Momentum Network at MomentumNetwork.org.

Experience Needed:   Coursework or volunteer in Pregnancy Resource Center preferred
Job Type:
State: Tennessee
Apply by Email: [email protected]
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