Summer Intern

Background on Vivo Foundation
Founded in 2021, Vivo Foundation is committed to strengthening educational equity in Chicago and Lake County. We strive to provide the tools and resources that enable all young people to improve their lives and expand their sense of possibilities. We take a holistic approach towards education which includes fostering safety, stability and wellness in families and communities. We envision a world where young people of every race, ethnicity, belief system and socioeconomic status thrive and are inspired to learn, grow and contribute to society. Vivo thoughtfully and nimbly fosters deep and engaging relationships to unlock human potential, imagine new possibilities and pursue bold approaches.
 

Position Summary
The Summer Intern position will take place from June 2nd to August 8th, 2025. Interns will be assigned tasks, including assisting multiple programmatic and administrative areas, with a concentration on supporting grantmaking along all the foundation’s focus areas.
 

The position is 25-35 hours/week for ten weeks. Assignments are expected to be carried out independently within the Vivo Foundation office space or remotely. We anticipate that the intern will come into the Foundation’s office in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood at least three days per week.
 

Responsibilities

• Attend site visits of current and prospective grantee organizations with Vivo Foundation staff
• Perform research on the Foundation’s focus areas
• Provide support for meetings, including preparation of materials, notetaking, and follow-up
• Attend C.A. L.E.A.D.S Program and other networking and professional development sessions
• Undertake special projects upon request
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Current student entering their junior or senior year of college, all majors and areas of study are encouraged to apply
• Demonstrated commitment to the Foundation’s mission of educational equity
• Interest in learning about philanthropy and the nonprofit sector
• Track record of exercising sound judgment, flexibility, and a strong work ethic
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills
   

Work Environment and Compensation

•  The compensation will be $23/hour, paid every two weeks
• Vivo Foundation will provide an organization-issued laptop
• Vivo Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees in a harassment free environment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, gender, disability, sextual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics
• The COVID-19 vaccine, a criminal background check and drug screen are required