SUMMARY:
The Satellite Program Intern will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit satellite program operations, mobile and home delivery, and community-based hunger relief. Working within a collaborative staff and volunteer team, the Intern will support the mission of the Thurston County Food Bank by helping expand access to nutritious food through satellite, mobile, and home delivery programs.

Under the mentorship of the supervisor, the Intern will learn how to monitor program compliance, support volunteer-led operations, compile demographic and program data for reporting, and assist in strengthening partnerships with community-based agencies across the region.

 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Understand the operational framework of satellite, mobile, and home-delivery food assistance programs within a regional hunger relief network.
• Develop skills in program monitoring including contract compliance for TEFAP, CSFP, Food Lifeline, and Northwest Harvest.
• Gain experience in data collection and reporting to support planning, grant compliance, and community needs assessments.
• Build competencies in volunteer coordination and logistics for food distribution and delivery schedules.
• Enhance communication and partnership-building skills through work with community agencies and contracted partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (Training & Development):

1.       Program Monitoring
Learn to monitor satellite, mobile, and home delivery food bank activities to ensure Federal, State, and local program compliance, including participation in site visits and reviewing adherence to MOUs and Department of Health standards.

2.       Volunteer Training & Orientation
Assist in learning how to train project volunteers on program standards, mission, job expectations, and connections to community resources.

3.       Data Management
Support the monitoring of the client visit database and assist in compiling demographic reports required by funders and program leadership.

4.       Volunteer Coordination
Learn to coordinate volunteers for delivery routes, mobile distribution schedules, and operational needs.

5.       Distribution & Logistics
Help prepare, load, and deliver orders using proper warehouse equipment and safety practices.

6.       Contract & Compliance Support
Assist program participants and partnering agencies in meeting reporting and compliance requirements.

7.       Community Partnership Engagement
Observe and participate in coordination with community agencies to expand access to services and strengthen regional food assistance networks.

8.       Event Support
Help plan and host the bi-annual Satellite Summit, fostering communication and collaboration among community partners.

9.       Meetings & Professional Development
Attend contractor meetings, training sessions, and internal staff meetings to develop professional nonprofit workplace skills.

10.   Reporting
Support the preparation of reports for supervisors and contracting agencies under staff guidance.

11.   Agency Relationship Building
Learn to recruit, train, and maintain relationships with contracted partner agencies.

12.   Team Participation
Serve as an active Food Bank team member by participating in meetings, trainings, fundraising activities, and other planned events.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge & Skills):

 

·       Adaptability: Ability to learn and work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

·       Organization: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

·       Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills; experience with public presentations is a plus.

·       Transportation: Reliable transportation and a valid Washington State driver’s license for travel between distribution sites.

·       Certification: Ability to obtain a Food Handler’s Permit within 30 days (TCFB will cover the cost).

 

COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:

•          Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

•          Basic literacy in database management and spreadsheet software.

 

INTERNSHIP DETAILS:

• Duration: 12 weeks
• Schedule: 24 hours per week – Flexible hours, though some attendance at non-traditional hours or weekend program events may be requested for a full learning experience.
• Compensation:  While going through the program, service members are still on active duty and continue to receive their full military pay and benefits.
   

DISCLAIMER:

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential position functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All internship requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This internship description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other position-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.  Interns will perform tasks under the direct supervision of TCFB staff to ensure program and/or educational goals are met.

Mission and Vision

Intercity Transit’s mission is to provide and promote transportation choices respectful of the safety, comfort, and diverse needs of all our customers, to support an accessible, sustainable, livable, healthy and prosperous community.

Our vision is to be a leading transit system in the country, recognized by our peers, community and customers for our well-trained, highly motivated, customer-focused, community-minded employees committed to providing inclusive and exceptional transit services that enhance the quality of life for all in Thurston County.

Benefits

Public transportation is part of our transportation network and plays an important role in the county’s economic health by:

• Providing transportation to jobs, schools, and community activities.
• Reducing congestion on local roads allowing private automobiles and freight to travel more
  efficiently.
• Helping seniors and people with disabilities remain independent.
• Providing both commuter and lifeline services for community members.
• Protecting the environment by reducing the number of vehicles on the road.

Village Vans Transportation Service

Village Vans provides free transportation to help passengers gain and maintain employment. This service helps passengers overcome transportation barriers for up to one year. Barriers include but are not limited to: 

• A bus ride that takes one hour or more.
• Walking ¾ mile or more between the bus stop and the destination.
• No sidewalk access or alternative paths between the bus stop and location.

Qualifying transportation locations include: 

• Jobsites
• Job interviews and training sites.
• WorkSource and other employment services.
• Local colleges, universities, technical, and alternative schools.
• Childcare Centers*
  *Transportation is provided to childcare centers on the way to and from work, or related activities. Car seats are provided for children under 12. 

After a year, passengers change to using other modes of transportation, which could be bicycling, riding the bus, Vanpool, or driving a personal vehicle.

Village Vans Volunteer Driver Program

Transportation is a primary barrier for low-income individuals and parents to gain and maintain employment. Village Vans helps passengers overcome a transportation barrier for up to one year. Volunteer drivers help individuals that are low-income to gain economic independence. 

Volunteers receive professional defensive driving training and recognition for their service. Volunteer hours are flexible; most service is needed between 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., to help passengers get to work and school.   

We recruit volunteers from the community and employment support programs, including WorkFirst Community Jobs, and local colleges like The Evergreen State College and South Puget Sound Community College. 

Volunteers seeking employment receive job search services, such as assistance with application paperwork and interview coaching. Volunteers can learn more about Intercity Transit and employment opportunities as they become available. Although participation in the program is not a guarantee of employment, Village Vans volunteers have found this program to be a successful path to finding employment with Intercity Transit or other employers in the region. 

Summary:

Intercity Transit’s Village Vans program provides free transportation for work-related activities to qualified job seekers in Olympia, Lacey, and Tumwater’s greater urban areas. Village Vans solicits volunteers to provide the service. This internship role provides staff and volunteer assistance and a variety of administrative duties in support of the Village Vans program. In the absence of volunteers, interns will drive so the program maintains transportation service.

Village Vans Program Webpage

Distinguishing Characteristics:

As a Driver & Administrative Assistant Intern, performs routine and administrative activities of a supportive nature for the Village Vans program requiring general office knowledge, tasks related to trip planning, and suggesting community resources to customers and volunteers as needed. Position requires ability to maintain daily operations during absence of Village Vans Supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Serve as a van driver after completing defensive driving training.
• Provide customer service to volunteers, customers, and community partners in support of the Village Vans program.
• Respond to department, outside agencies, employee and public inquiries; provide information within scope of knowledge. 
• Assist passengers and volunteers by providing information about routes, stops, procedures, and changes in manifests.
• Collect and prepare various statistical data required for reporting.
• Receive and record advance reservation service requests using ride scheduling software and established protocols. 
• Perform various clerical duties to include screening incoming calls; taking and transmitting messages; distributing mail; photocopying; performing data entry; preparing mailings; and word processing.
• Perform special projects as needed or assigned by Village Vans staff.
• Attend periodic outreach events to promote Village Vans and other Intercity Transit services, including the May 2026 Bus System Redesign; provide information within scope of knowledge. 
• Must meet regular time and attendance standards. 

Goals and Objectives:

Goal 1: Strengthen customer service skills and community relation skills.

Objective 1: Providing outreach materials about the Village Vans program to various community organizations. Assist staff at community outreach events to help promote the program and recruit volunteers.

Goal 2: Gain transit operations knowledge and experience.

Objective 2: By working times of peak workload, representing the agency while driving, providing customer service over the phone, and while networking with community partners during outreach events.

Goal 3: Learn computing programs and software that are essential to the program’s daily operations.

Objective 3: Using VIA Mobility driver app and VIA Operations Center, call center software, and Microsoft suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Schedule:

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 0700 to 1800

Interns may work up to 40 hours per week depending on program needs and ride demand. Interns are not eligible for overtime. Shifts are either 4 days a week, 10hr shifts (4:10s) or 5 days a week, 8hr shifts (5:8s). Interns may be assigned split shifts, with up to three hours split break.  

Holiday closures: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

Full-service holidays: Martin Luther King Junior Day, President’s Day, Juneteenth, Indigenous People’s Day, Veteran’s Day.

Driving Qualifications:

 

• A current, unrestricted license.
• Five (5) years of licensed driving experience in the USA.
• No DUI within the last ten (10) years.
• No suspensions or revocations in the last three (3) years.
• No suspensions or revocations in the last seven (7) years for reckless driving, hit and run, leaving an accident scene, failure to appear, DUI or a vehicle related felony. 
• No other unacceptable combination of a moving violation and/or accidents.
• No cancellations or non-renewal of insurance within the last three (3) years due to accidents or moving violations.
• No history of SR 22 requirement (for high-risk policies).
• No more than one minor violation in the past three (3) years.
• No major moving violation in the past three (3) years.
• Eligibility is based on an offense point system. 

Intern Expectations:

• Follow Village Vans program and Intercity Transit policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate respect to staff and passengers.
• Fulfill commitment agreements and participation.
• Ready to learn skills and assist volunteers or staff.
• Successfully complete all required trainings.
• Meet and maintain driver eligibility criteria.
• Ability to perform physical duties outlined in job description.
• Dependable and timely. Adhere to an established schedule.
• Understand and adhere to Washington State traffic laws.
• Understand and apply the principles of defensive driving.
• Safely operate a 7-12 passenger van.
• Respond appropriately to hazards while driving during the day and night.
• Ensure that written and verbal reports are completed accurately and on time. 

Physical Demand, Frequency, and Description of Task:

Frequency Guidelines

Never (not at all)
Seldom (1-10% of the time)
Occasional (11-33% of the time)
Frequent (34-66% of the time)   
Constant (67-100% of the time)

• Sitting, Constant (67-100% of the time), Office work or driving.
• Standing, Seldom (1-10% of the time), Standing when performing pre-trips.
• Walking, Occasional (11-33% of the time), As needed. 
• Heights/Ladders/Stairs, Never
• Crawling, Never
• Reaching Out, Constant (67-100% of the time), Pre-trip inspections and driving vehicle. 
• Talking/Hearing/Seeing, Constant (67-100% of the time), While working with the passengers and coworkers.
• Working Above Shoulders, Seldom (1-10% of the time), Mirror adjustments
• Handling/Grasping, Constant (67-100% of the time), Pre-trip inspections and driving vehicle.
• Fine Finger Manipulation, Frequent (34-66% of the time), Writing and using computer. 
• Driving, Frequent (34-66% of the time), As needed based on ride demand and in the absence of volunteer driver availability. 
• Repetitive Motion, Constant (67-100% of the time), During pre-trip inspections, driving, and computer use.
• Vibratory Tasks, Never
• Lifting (<10 lbs), Seldom (1-10% of the time), While storing items on vehicle, tablet and clipboard.
• Carrying (<10 lbs), Seldom (1-10% of the time), Carrying items to store or bring to and from vehicle.
• Pushing/Pulling (<10 lbs), Seldom (1-10% of the time), Open and shut van door. 

Contact:

Izi LeMay (they/them) Village Vans Supervisor
[email protected] | O: (360) 705-5831 | M: (564)233-8708

SUMMARY:
The Veterans Outreach & Engagement Intern will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit management, community organizing, and social service advocacy. Working within a staff/volunteer team environment, the Intern will support the mission of the Thurston County Food Bank.

Under the mentorship of the supervisor, the Intern will learn to plan and implement outreach strategies, coordinate with community service partners, and assess regional community needs to increase resource access.

 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

·       Understand the operational framework of a regional hunger relief organization.

·       Develop skills in stakeholder engagement and partnership management across multiple counties.

·       Gain experience in nonprofit marketing, public relations, and data tracking for grant/contract compliance.

·       Build professional communication and public speaking skills through community advocacy.
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (Training & Development):

Strategy Support: Collaborate with the supervisor to learn how to design and implement outreach strategies that ensure program success.

Partnership Building: Accompany staff to meetings in Thurston, Mason, Lewis, and Kitsap counties to learn how to establish and maintain productive relationships with governmental and nonprofit organizations.

Community Advocacy: Assist in identifying and assessing community needs and learning how to connect community members to external resources.

Communications: Participate in the creation of marketing materials and consistent messaging for diverse populations.

Program Administration: Learn best practices for maintaining program records, activity logs, and reporting requirements dictated by funding sources.

Volunteer Engagement: Assist in observing and learning how to train and onboard volunteers, helping them develop necessary skills for their roles.

Team Participation: Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and fundraising efforts to understand the internal culture of a large nonprofit.
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge & Skills):

Adaptability: Ability to learn in a fast-paced, changing environment with a focus on flexibility.

Organization: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills; experience with public speaking or teaching is a plus.

Transportation: Reliable transportation and a valid Washington State driver’s license are required for travel between sites.

Certification: Ability to obtain a Food Handler’s permit within 30 days (TCFB will cover this cost).
 

COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Basic literacy in database management and spreadsheet software.
 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

·       Regularly sit, stand, walk, and drive to various sites/meetings.

·       Regularly use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms.

·       Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds (Team lift or equipment should be used for over 25 pounds).
 

INTERNSHIP DETAILS:

Duration: 8 weeks
Schedule: Flexible hours, though some attendance at non-traditional hours or weekend program events may be requested for a full learning experience.
Compensation:  While going through the program, service members are still on active duty and continue to receive their full military pay and benefits.
 

DISCLAIMER:
This internship description is intended to provide a summary of the learning opportunities and responsibilities available and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Interns will perform tasks under the direct supervision of TCFB staff to ensure program and or educational goals are met.

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC)

Partnering with WorkEx to Support Military Transitions

About SPSCC

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC), located in Olympia, Washington, is committed to helping transitioning service members turn their military experience into successful civilian careers. SPSCC delivers high-quality education and training that blends classroom learning with hands-on practice, ensuring students complete each course with real-world skills and confidence.

How SPSCC Supports Transitioning Military Members

• Hands-On Training: SPSCC programs emphasize applied learning. Whether in healthcare labs, IT classrooms, or machining, automotive, and welding shops; students gain practical skills that mirror workplace demands.
• Embedded Certifications: Many programs include industry-recognized credentials directly within the curriculum, allowing students to graduate job-ready with certifications that employers value.
• On-the-Job Experience: Through internships, externships, apprenticeships, and strong employer partnerships, SPSCC students earn critical workplace experience while they complete their training.
• Dedicated Support Services: Veterans benefit from one-on-one advising, tutoring, and wraparound support, including help navigating VA education benefits, Workforce grants and additional financial assistance, and career placement resources.

Why SPSCC & WorkEx?

By partnering with WorkEx, SPSCC strengthens its mission to serve those who served our country. Together, we create seamless pathways to leverage military service for meaningful careers—connecting transitioning service members with education, credentials, and the professional experience needed to thrive in today’s workforce.

Direct Contacts:

Veteran & Military Services: [email protected]

Outreach: [email protected]

 

Internship: Aging in Place Home Repair Apprentice

Organization: Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity

Location: Tacoma, Washington 

Overview: Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity is seeking an enthusiastic service member to serve as an apprentice to our Aging in Place Home Repair Manager. This internship offers an opportunity to work within our Aging in Place home repair program learning and honing skills necessary for performing critical home repairs, accessibility modifications, and home preservation services for low-income senior and disabled Veteran homeowners in Pierce County. This position works directly with the public and will be responsible for leading small groups of volunteers. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are required. Some experience in construction, social services, and/or working with vulnerable populations is desirable.  

Responsibilities: Work alongside Habitat’s Aging in Place Home Repair Manager and other staff to learn and hone skills specific to Aging in Place home accessibility modifications and critical home repairs (e.g., deck/porch repair and replacement, door widening, floor leveling, grab bar installation, bathroom modifications, ramp installation, roof repair/replacement, subfloor repair, minor electrical and plumbing repairs, and other home repairs and adaptations that allow people to remain in their own homes as they age).

Required Qualifications:

●       Must have a valid driver’s license and be already able, or willing to learn, to drive large vehicles, secure cargo loads and tow a trailer safely

●       Background in or interest in learning home repair and modification skills that allow people to age in place in their own homes and communities

●       Understanding of and interest in the special needs of senior citizens, especially those with disabilities

●       Physically able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl

●       Able to operate power tools and perform physical tasks such as lifting and moving up to 60 pounds while traversing uneven terrain as may be found on an active construction site

●       Able to work collaboratively in a team environment

 

Preferred Qualifications:

●      Experience leading volunteers

●      Basic construction math proficiency

●      Experience reading and interpreting construction plans or willingness to learn

●      Experience with Microsoft Office

 

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and interest in this internship position. Please include any relevant experience or coursework related to construction, social services, and/or working with vulnerable populations.

Contact Information: For inquiries or to submit application materials, please contact Amber Lott, Human Resources Generalist, [email protected]

Deadline for Application: We are accepting applications on a rolling-basis until filled. 

Learn More: For more information about Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity and our Home Repair program, please visit our website at http://tpc-habitat.org.

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in residential construction and repairs while serving our most vulnerable populations. Join us in creating and maintaining affordable homeownership opportunities in Pierce County!

The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs helps connect veterans and their family members to the benefits and services they earned through their military service. 

Our Central Office is located in Olympia and includes a Veterans Service Center as well as administrative support for all agency programs.

WDVA offers long-term care in our four State Veteran Homes (the Washington Soldiers Home, the Washington Veterans Home, the Spokane Veterans Home, and the Walla Walla Veterans Home) for honorably discharged veterans, spouses of residents, widows of eligible veterans, and Gold Star Parents.

The Veterans Services and Counseling and Wellness Divisions provide claims assistance as well as counseling services for veterans and their family members.  And our State Veterans Cemetery honors veterans in their final resting place.