Job Description

Overview

Metro United Way Vision and Mission The vision of Metro United Way is that our regional community will be the most vital, caring community in the nation. Our mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our community.

Metro United Way (MUW) is a force for positive change. We work every day to lift our community by mobilizing people and maximizing resources to advance opportunities and equity for all. MUW brings together businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, foundations, and individuals to engage in the kinds of collaboration that changes lives. With this support, we are uniquely positioned to make a significant, lasting impact in our fight for the education, financial independence, and health of every person in the seven-county region we serve. 

For more than one hundred years, MUW has united and empowered communities by investing in the full potential of individuals and families to ensure positive, sustainable change. We use data-driven insights to identify our community’s greatest needs and address systemic challenges with a focus on advancing equity and sharing opportunities for all. Together, we fight to improve the disparities that persist in early care and education, economic mobility, home ownership, racial equity, and public policy in Jefferson, Bullitt, Oldham and Shelby counties in Kentucky and Clark, Floyd, and Harrison counties in Indiana. 

 MUW has undergone a major shift with its impact model, focusing on three distinct pillars: Thriving Kids, Strong Households, and Equitable Community. Building on its core strength of mobilizing the caring power of communities, MUW has re-imagined the civic engagement and impact it can have in the region. However, we continue to unite community partners around critical programs and initiatives tailored to meet the specific needs of each community. These include programs and initiatives in early childhood development, economic empowerment & mobility, policy advocacy to support systemic reform, workforce development, homelessness prevention, mentoring and facilitation of neighborhood networking. In 2020, MUW received a one-time gift of $20 million from activist and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, which was a testament to its continuous investment in programs and services that combat racial and social injustice.

 There is no single solution, and we strongly believe that the key to social change is working together beyond individual efforts to impact widespread progress. That is why our approach is so effective - we are on the ground, leading collective action that drives results at scale.

Job Skills / Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY

Metro United Way is hiring a part-time Strong Households Intern, working approximately 10 hours a week beginning in January 2026 (this timing is flexible depending on the schedule of the candidate selected). This is a paid internship ($20/hour) and can also count towards school credit, depending on requirements.

Example responsibilities can be found in the next section, and other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Strong Households team. This position is temporary and not benefits eligible, but will include flexible scheduling, a hybrid work model, and paid holiday time off.

The goals of this internship are:

1. To provide a world-class experiential learning experience for individuals interested in a career in the nonprofit space focused on: (a) Exposure to and exploration of various nonprofits organizations/environments to support career exploration, (b) Development of critical professional skills necessary for a successful career (in or out of nonprofit sector), (c) providing networking opportunities to meet and work with various nonprofit leaders in the region
2. Building capacity within the Strong Households team to successfully execute and manage a growing body of work within both Basic Needs and Economic Mobility 
3. Building a talent pipeline of highly skilled, enthusiastic, and visionary nonprofit professionals to support growing talent needs in the nonprofit sector

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

At Metro United Way, our Strong Households pillar is working to ensure families in our community can move from crisis to stability to success. The Strong Households intern will have the opportunity to select a focus area that best matches their interests and career goals while still gaining broad exposure to nonprofit and community impact work. Possible areas include:

1. Program Management - Basic Needs & Family Stability

• Support programs that help families meet urgent needs and stay housed, fed, and connected to critical services.

2. Program Management - Economic Mobility & Economic Opportunity

• Contribute to initiatives that help families move beyond crisis and build long-term financial security.

3. Nonprofit Operations & Administration

• Gain behind-the-scenes experience in nonprofit management by helping coordinate meetings, events, and cross-partner convenings.

4. Fundraising & Development

• Learn how nonprofits secure resources to support their mission by assisting with fundraising, grants, and donor engagement.