Operations Intern

Our Mission:
Cornerstone disrupts violence through advocacy, support, and prevention.  We partner with individuals, families, and organizations to build communities free from harm.
 
Our Core Values:  *Survivor- Centered *Social Justice *Well-Being *Collaboration *Integrity

Summary of Cornerstone
Cornerstone is a $5.5 million organization that provides comprehensive services for individuals and families in the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking or general crime. Our offices are located in Bloomington, Brooklyn Center and Minneapolis. Learn more at www.cornerstonemn.org.

Diversity and Inclusion:  
We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments, programs, and worksites.
BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pay Range:  Unpaid
Hours: Weekday availability
Duration: Semester-based, with the opportunity to extend based on organizational need and intern performance
Reports To: Operations Manager

Job Summary:
Cornerstone is seeking a motivated and dedicated Operations Intern to support our mission of creating communities where individuals and families are safe and children thrive. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a non-profit environment dedicated to reducing domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking, and general crime. The intern will provide administrative support to the Operations Manager and other team members, assisting with a variety of tasks that contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of the organization. Please note this is an unpaid internship, well-suited for students seeking academic credit or hands-on professional experience in the non-profit sector.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Assist with general office duties, including filing, answering phones, data entry, and managing correspondence.
• Meeting & Event Support: Help with the coordination of meetings and events by compiling necessary resources, preparing meeting materials, and assisting with logistics. This includes providing logistical support for internal and external organizational events.
• Communication & Correspondence: Help manage correspondence and support the prioritization of tasks by tracking to-dos and slating tasks appropriately.
• Office Operations: Assist with office and operations support by conducting research to inform and initiate new processes to enhance administrative operations.
• Data & Records Management: Help maintain, organize, and label paper and electronic filing systems, including sorting and archiving records for easy retrieval. Support a file retention and destruction project to ensure records are kept and disposed of in line with organizational policy.
• Research: Conduct research to support the organization's initiatives.
• Hiring & Onboarding Support: Assist the Operations Manager with scheduling interviews, organizing candidate materials, and supporting new hire onboarding logistics.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a relevant degree program (e.g., non-profit management, social work, business administration, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Zoom, and a comfort with technology.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and deal with confidential information with discretion.
• A passion for social justice and a commitment to Cornerstone's mission.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on exposure to nonprofit operations, including project coordination, event logistics, and administrative systems.
• Mentorship and regular check-ins with the Operations Manager.
• An opportunity to build a professional network within the nonprofit and social services sector.
• A letter of recommendation and/or reference upon successful completion of the internship.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their interest in the role to [email protected]. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.