Job DescriptionJob DescriptionUIC Illuminate Paid Internship Program
Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Nonprofit Organization – Chicago, IL
Public Equity is excited to partner with the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) through the Illuminate Paid Internship Program to provide meaningful, project-based internship opportunities for students interested in community impact, violence prevention, nonprofit leadership, and organizational development.
This paid internship opportunity allows students to gain hands-on experience within a fast-paced Community Violence Intervention (CVI) nonprofit organization serving communities throughout Chicago. Interns will support priority projects, research initiatives, program development, administrative operations, community engagement efforts, and organizational planning while working alongside experienced nonprofit professionals.
Interns will contribute to real-world projects designed to support healing, equity, violence prevention, and community wellness initiatives across Chicago neighborhoods.
Internship Details:
Paid internship through the UIC Illuminate Program$4,000 stipend provided directly by UIC15–20 hours per weekOne semester durationOpportunities available in-person, hybrid, or virtual, based on organizational needs and student availabilityPotential Internship Areas Include:
Community Violence Intervention (CVI) programmingResearch and program developmentPublic health and wellness initiativesSocial services and nonprofit managementCommunications, marketing, and outreachAdministrative and operational supportCommunity engagement and event coordinationData tracking, reporting, and evaluation projectsResponsibilities May Include:
Assisting with special projects and organizational initiativesSupporting research, planning, and program development activitiesAssisting with community outreach and engagement effortsSupporting administrative tasks, documentation, and reportingParticipating in meetings, trainings, and collaborative team projectsHelping document project outcomes, accomplishments, and program impactContributing creative ideas and solutions to organizational prioritiesEligible Majors & Interests:
Open to undergraduate and graduate students from all majors, including but not limited to:
Social SciencesBusiness and MarketingPublic HealthEducationSTEM FieldsArts and HumanitiesSocial Work and Nonprofit ManagementCommunications and Community-Based StudiesIdeal Candidates Will Demonstrate:
Strong communication and organizational skillsInterest in nonprofit, community-based, or social impact workAbility to work independently and collaborativelyPassion for equity, violence prevention, healing, and community wellnessWillingness to learn and contribute to meaningful projectsPublic Equity is committed to creating equitable, supportive, and impactful learning experiences for students while strengthening communities throughout Chicago. Apply through UIC Illuminate and Public Equity for your transformative internship experience.
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