Intern Job Title:

Educational Content & Programming Intern

Brief Job Description:

Boston NCSY is a dynamic organization dedicated to inspiring and empowering Jewish teens through meaningful programming, immersive experiences, and engaging educational content. We are seeking a motivated intern to join our team this summer to contribute to our educational initiatives, social media presence, and event planning efforts.

The Educational Content & Programming Intern will play a crucial role in shaping the NCSY experience for teens by developing high-quality educational materials, enhancing our social media outreach, and assisting in program coordination. This internship is ideal for someone passionate about Jewish education, community engagement, and creative digital communication.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Collecting and Organizing Information; Creativity; Design Principles/Graphic Design; Project Management; Writing

Possible Career Pathways:

Education & Clergy; Marketing; Social Media & Communications; Graphic Design & Film Creation

Website:

boston.NCSY.org

About Boston NCSY:

NCSY connects with Jewish teens through innovative, cutting-edge social and recreational programs to develop a positive Jewish identity. NCSY inspires Jewish teens through informal Jewish education, retreats and summer programs. NCSY empowers teens through leadership development and guidance to become passionately committed leaders of the Jewish community and instruments for positive change and renewal.

Worksite Location:

Boston NCSY
50 Morseland Avenue
Newton, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike, car and public transportation. Take the T-Green line to Newton Centre, then walk about 10 minutes straight down Commonwealth Avenue and turn right onto Morseland Avenue.

Intern Job Title:

Archives Intern

Brief Job Description:

Responsible for assisting the City’s Archivist with arranging, describing, preserving, storing and providing access to Newton records with long-term, historical value.  The collection consists of official city records and artifacts.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Collecting and Organizing Information; Research and Analysis; Project Management

Possible Career Pathways:

Archivist; Librarian; Public Administrator

Department Website:

https://www.newtonma.gov/government/city-clerk

About Newton's City Clerk's Office:

The City of Newton’s Clerk's office is responsible for the vital records, archives and elections. We have a staff of 15 clerks with varying responsibilities.  We are centered on external customer service and assisting resident needs.

Worksite Location:

City Clerk's Office - Newton City Hall
1000 Commonwealth Ave
Newton, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by car and bike and can be accessed via MBTA bus 59. City Hall is also walkable from many locations in Newton.

Intern Job Title:

Cultural Development Intern

Brief Job Description:

Learn the ins and outs of arts administration while developing skills and gaining experience in operations, communications, project management, research, and marketing. The position will work closely with the Newton Cultural Development staff and will be introduced to many aspects of arts and culture program management.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Creativity; Customer Service; Project Management

Possible Career Pathways:

Project Manager; Arts Administrator; Business Owner

Department Website:

https://www.newtonma.gov/culture

About Newton's Cultural Development Department:

The office of Cultural Development administers and supports creative and cultural programming in Newton, MA. Alongside community collaborators, the municipal agency operates as a presence for equal access to arts and culture throughout the City of Newton.

Worksite Location:

Newton Cultural Development Department
1294 Centre Street
Newton Centre, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike, car and via the MBTA Green Line (Newton Centre Stop). The site is also along the MBTA bus line.

Intern Job Title:

Engineering Intern

Brief Job Description:

The City of Newton Engineering Division is seeking a candidate interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) applied to civil engineering with a focus on the design and construction of roadways, sidewalks, and utilities. Interns will be asked to assist the Engineering Division with a variety of tasks. Interns may also be asked to assist the Transportation Division, and the Sustainable Materials Division, within Newton Public Works. The following is a list of some of the typical tasks the selected candidate will work on: customer service, research of record engineering drawings and printing plans, scanning engineering documents, updates to the City’s engineering division website, assist with engineering field work, which may include field inspections and land surveying, update engineering spreadsheets as new data is collected, preparation of concept engineering drawings using AutoCAD, producing engineering plans, and assist with the preparation of engineering construction cost estimates. Interested candidates must be available to come to Newton City Hall, Monday – Thursday, during the hours of 8:30-5:00 p.m.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Applied Mathematics; Engineering Concepts; Project Management; Collecting and Organizing Information

Possible Career Pathways:

Civil Engineer; Land Surveyor; Construction Inspector

Department Website:

https://www.newtonma.gov/government/public-works/engineering

About Newton's Engineering Division:

The Engineering Division of the City of Newton's Department of Public Works (DPW) focuses on civil engineering and land surveying. The Engineering Division issues permits for construction work, reviews stormwater site plans, maintains surveying and City infrastructure records, and manages public infrastructure projects, such as road paving.

Worksite Location:

Engineering Division Office - Newton City Hall
1000 Commonwealth Ave
Newton, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike and car and can be accessed via MBTA bus 59. City Hall is also walkable from many locations in Newton.

Intern Job Title:

Transportation Intern

Brief Job Description:

The City of Newton's Transportation Division (DPW) seeks an intern to support multi-modal transportation infrastructure projects. The role combines office and field work, focusing on traffic engineering, Complete Streets planning, and infrastructure maintenance. The intern will assist with CAD design, crash data analysis, field inspections, and public meetings. Key responsibilities include conducting surveys of transportation infrastructure, developing safety improvements, and supporting parking management. Candidates should have an interest in civil engineering or urban planning, strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with Newton's street network and sustainable transportation principles.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Engineering Concepts; Computer Technology; Applied Mathematics; Research and Analysis; Project Management

Possible Career Pathways:

Civil Engineer; Project Manager; Urban Planner

Department Website:

https://www.newtonma.gov/government/public-works/transportation-division

About Newton's Transportation Division:

The City of Newton's Transportation Division, a part of the Department of Public Works, is responsible for maintaining and improving municipal traffic and transportation infrastructure. We embrace a diverse array of multi-modal transportation choices – walking, biking, driving, and transit. Our work includes managing traffic signals, streetlights, parking meters, pavement markings, and street signs. The division designs and implements transportation improvement projects throughout the city, from intersection upgrades to corridor improvements. We evaluate and implement traffic calming measures, manage parking systems, and chair the Newton Traffic Council. Through these efforts, we work to enhance safety and accessibility for all road users while ensuring efficient operations across Newton's transportation network.

Worksite Location:

City of Newton - Transportation Division
110 Crafts Street
Newton, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike, car and public transportation. There is an MBTA bus stop located at Washington St & Crafts St that is less than a 5 min walk via Crafts St (Route 553, 554, 556). The Crafts Street building is also accessible via the Commuter Rail - Framingham/Worcester Line. The building is a 10-minute walk via Washington St & Crafts St from the Newtonville stop.

Intern Job Title:

Newton Free Library Summer Intern

Brief Job Description:

Newton Free Library seeks a motivated intern for the summer to assist in an active Children’s Room and Teen Area. Under the supervision of Youth Services staff, interns spend the summer working with kids, tweens, and teens at the Newton Free Library!

As an Intern for the Library, this person will be responsible for helping with events, preparing activities and crafts, entering summer reading data, and shelving books in both the Children’s Room and Teen Area. The schedule for this position would be Monday through Thursday in the afternoons and evening. The ideal candidate will be hard-working, organized, and enthusiastic.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Customer Service; Peer Leadership; Project Management; Teaching and Instructing; Collecting and Organizing Information

Possible Career Pathways:

Public Service; Education; Information Science; Librarian

Department Website:

https://newtonfreelibrary.net/

About the Newton Free Library:

The Newton Free Library is the public library for the City of Newton, MA. In our most basic form, we provide materials to people free of charge. The Library also provides information, technology, and events to the people of Newton, MA and beyond.

Worksite Location:

Newton Free Library
330 Homer Street
Newton, MA  02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike and car and can be accessed via MBTA bus 59. The Library is also walkable from many locations in Newton.

Intern Job Title:

Newton Police Intern

Brief Job Description:

Interns will be learning about how the police department functions and assisting different bureaus.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Career Awareness; Customer Service; Active Learning

Possible Career Pathways:

Public Safety; Social Work; Police Officer/Detective

Department Website:

https://www.newtonma.gov/government/police-department

About the Newton Police Department:

The Newton Police Department is committed to providing quality, professional law enforcement services to the community. We recognize that successful policing cannot be done without the support of the community. The NPD is made up of many bureaus including the Community Service Bureau, the Detective Bureau, the Communications Bureau, the Patrol Bureau, and the Traffic Bureau.

Worksite Location:

City of Newton - Newton Police Department
25 Chestnut Street
Newton, MA 02465

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike, car and bus.

Intern Job Title:

OAS Summer Intern

Brief Job Description:

The OAS Summer Intern will be involved with other interns in other city departments working on transportation outreach. They will also provide support for events and do data projects as needed.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Collecting and Organizing Information; Customer Service; Time Management

Possible Career Pathways:

Older Adult Services; Marketing; Office Work

Department Website:

https://www.newtonma.gov/government/seniors

About Newton's Older Adult Services Department:

The mission of Older Adult Services is to optimize quality of life for older adults and those who support them through welcoming, respectful and meaningful opportunities that engage and value older people and empower them to remain independent and to be important assets in our community.

Worksite Location:

City of Newton – Older Adult Services (OAS)
20 Hartford Street
Newton Highlands, MA 02461

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike and car and is a 5-minute walk from the Newton Highlands T-stop (Green Line).

Intern Job Title:

Planning Intern

Brief Job Description:

The planning intern will assist with data collection, surveys, researching best practices, and creating graphics and maps.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Active Learning; Creativity; Customer Service; Time Management

Possible Career Pathways:

City Planner; Communications; Public Opinion Surveyor

Department Website:

https://www.newtonma.gov/government/planning

About Newton's Planning Department:

The Department of Planning & Development is responsible for overseeing and planning projects that enhance and preserve Newton’s unique character. Through projects, studies, community engagement, public meetings, and a host of other activities, Planning & Development staff work hard to improve the quality of life for all Newton residents and the experience of visitors to our great community. As a City with thirteen distinct villages, our department aims to develop plans that enhance each village with thoughtful consideration. The Department of Planning & Development also seeks to promote appropriate economic development and to support amenities that make Newton a desirable place to live, work, and spend time. 

Worksite Location:

Planning Department - Newton City Hall
1000 Commonwealth Ave
Newton, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike and car and can be accessed via MBTA bus 59. City Hall is also walkable from many locations in Newton.

Intern Job Title:

Researcher and Program Assistant

Brief Job Description:

Interns will assist with research, program development, and marketing initiatives. Responsibilities include gathering and analyzing data on colleges and scholarships, supporting the creation of student programming, and contributing to social media and outreach efforts. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and interested in education or counseling.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Research and Analysis; Media Literacy; Collecting and Organizing Information; Active Learning; Writing

Possible Career Pathways:

Marketing; Research/Data Specialist; College Counselor; Educator

Website:

collegeboundadvising.org

About College Bound Advising:

College Bound Advising combines curiosity and exploration to help students discover their interests and excitement for new possibilities while assisting them with every step of their college search, application, and admissions process with curiosity, strategy, and a sense of humor.

Worksite Location:

College Bound Advising
288 Walnut Street, Suite 130a
Newtonville, MA 02460

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike and car and can be accessed via the Commuter Rail – Purple Line or by taking the T- Green Line to Newton Centre and walking about 20 minutes.

Intern Job Title:

Social Media Intern

Brief Job Description:

Working with the Express team, the social media intern will be responsible for content creation, content scheduling, and engaging with our community as needed.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Collecting and Organizing Information; Creativity; Customer Service; Design Principles/Graphic Design; Writing

Possible Career Pathways:

Digital Marketing; Content Creator; Marketing Strategist

Website:

https://www.expresspros.com/us-massachusetts-waltham-framingham

About Express Employment Professionals:

Express Employment Professionals is a locally owned office of a global employment agency franchise. We help good people find great jobs by partnering with great local businesses.

Worksite Location:

Express Employment Professionals - Wellesley Hills
326 Washington Street Annex, 2nd Floor
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is located outside of Newton in Wellesley Hills. The office can be accessed via car and Commuter Rail as it is located directly across the street from the Wellesley Hills Commuter Rail Station.

Intern Job Title:

Retail and Operations Intern

Brief Job Description:

As a retail and operations summer intern at Fulfilled Goods, you will have the opportunity to work on various projects that align with our sustainability goals. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced business environment, contributing to operations, marketing, and customer experience. This internship is a fantastic opportunity for anyone passionate about environmental sustainability, business operations, and social media.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Environmental Literacy; Entrepreneurial Thinking; Retail Sales; Active Learning; Food Safety

Possible Career Pathways:

Business Owner; Retail Operations/Manager; Customer Service Manager

Website:

www.fulfilledgoods.com

About Fulfilled Goods:

Fulfilled Goods LLC is a low waste market and refillery.  Fulfilled Goods encourages customers to BYOC (bring your own containers) to fill as full as they want with products that are good for people and the planet.  The company’s mission is to provide its community with solutions that not only are more sustainable from an environmental perspective but also easy to incorporate into daily routines and at an affordable cost to the consumer. 

Worksite Location:

Fulfilled Goods
612 Washington Street
Newton, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is most easily accessible via bike, on foot or by using a car. There is no public transportation nearby.

Intern Job Title:

Sustainability Intern

Brief Job Description:

We are looking for hard working, sustainability-minded students who are willing to do some dirty work… and who will understand and appreciate Grad Bag’s mission.

The Complete Job Description for this Position is Not Yet Available

Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Leadership; Project Management; Time Management; Collecting and Organizing Information

Possible Career Pathways:

Project Manager; Sustainability Consultant

Website:

gradbag.org

About Grad Bag:

Grad Bag, Inc. was founded in 2012 with a twofold mission: to support historically underserved college-bound students and to advance environmental sustainability.  Grad Bag is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on providing an equitable and sustainable transition to college for students in the area.  This is accomplished through partnerships with colleges & universities as well as local grantee organizations focused on student success.  Our organization collects, refreshes, and repackages lightly used dorm room essentials for redistribution to incoming students in need.

Worksite Location:

Grad Bag
75 Temple Street
Newton, MA 02465

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible via bike, car and bus. There are bus stops roughly 1-2 blocks from the worksite. The 505 Bus stops at Washington St and Auburn St and is a 2-minute walk from the worksite.

Intern Job Title:

Programs Assistant

Brief Job Description:

Green Newton welcomes on-site and remote support from high school students for around 15 hours per week during the summer for our environmental work on the following assignments:

• Research and record data for local campaigns that support Newton's Climate Action Plan
• Help to coordinate educational events and webinar programs with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions
• Research and draft articles on environmental topics for our e-newsletter/website
• Produce presentation slides to promote environmental campaigns
• Interact with visitors to Green Newton's booth on a few Tuesday afternoons at Newton's Farmers' Market.
• Interview local people to record how they feel about climate change and how they see their role in making a difference.
• Attend virtual meetings with Green Newton leaders, City officials and partner groups
• Become adept at communicating with others on topics such as energy saving initiatives and environmental justice
• Work on a team project to record information to assess gas leaks in local infrastructure and record the data
• Assist in administrative assignments and mailings to our membership
• Support our social media outreach and public art projects for energy conservation
• Help to increase our e-newsletter subscriber list (currently around 3,000)
• Share event announcements to community social media groups and pages

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Career Awareness; Creativity; Research and Analysis; Writing; Collecting and Organizing Information

Possible Career Pathways:

Non-Profit Business; Government; Marketing; Education; Environmental Work

Website:

https://greennewton.org/

About Green Newton:

Green Newton is dedicated to creating an environment in better balance with the natural world by making significant, measurable improvements in the way we use resources. Goals include helping households, businesses and institutions to:

• Increase energy efficiency and seek alternatives to fossil and nuclear fuels
• Use integrated pest management and organic alternatives to pesticides
• Promote high performance/green building measures
• Prevent pollution through source reduction and reduced consumption
• Promote reuse and recycling practices
• Improve waste disposal practices
• Conserve water and other resources

Worksite Locations:

Green Newton
Newton Free Library
330 Homer Street
Newton, MA 02459

and

Newton Farmer's Market
at Cold Spring Park Parking Lot
1094 Beacon Street
Newton, MA 02461

Accessing the Worksite:

Both the Newton Free Library and the Cold Spring Park Parking Lot are accessible by bike and car. You can also take the T- Green Line to Newton Centre or Newton Highlands and walk 25 minutes to either location. The Cold Spring Park Parking Lot is a 10–15-minute walk from the #59 bus stop, that runs between Needham and Watertown Square.

Intern Job Title:

Program Management Intern

Brief Job Description:

The Program Management Intern will be responsible for assisting the Program Administrator with all regular duties, as well as special projects as assigned. They will gain experience in a variety of areas, including but not limited to: drafting and editing professional documents; regulatory compliance; staff training; logistics and operations; project management; public relations and social media; nonprofit advocacy; and grant applications/management.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Office Suite Software; Project Management; Research and Analysis; Understanding All Aspects of the Industry; Career Awareness

Possible Career Pathways:

Project Manager; Administrator; Copywriter/Editor

Website:

https://www.mainstayliving.org/

About Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc.

Mainstay provides affordable housing and supportive home care services throughout Greater Boston for a variety of vulnerable populations, including low income elders, adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and/or significant mental health needs, and recently unhoused people.

Worksite Location:

Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc.
29 Crafts Street, Suite 260
Newton, MA 02458

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike, car and public transportation.

Intern Job Title:

Apprentice Technician

Brief Job Description:

The intern will assist a master technician with related-vehicle repairs.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Active Learning; Career Awareness; Computer Technology; Customer Service; Engineering Concepts

Possible Career Pathways:

Automotive Technician; Service Manager; Shop Foreman

Website:

mcgoverncareers.com

About McGovern Automotive Group:

McGovern Automotive Group is a new car dealer that offers retail service, sales and parts, and repairs.

Worksite Location:

McGovern Automotive Group
777 Washington Street
Newton, MA 02460

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike and car.

Intern Job Title:

Middlesex DA's Office, Newton Intern

Brief Job Description:

The Racial Justice Initiatives advances racial equity and justice in Middlesex County. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful research, coordinate important meetings, and assist the director in various projects aimed at addressing systemic racism and promoting social change.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Active Learning; Career Awareness; Research and Analysis

Possible Career Pathways:

Public Service; Community Worker; Government; Lawyer

Website:

middlesexda.com

About the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office:

The Middlesex District Attorney’s Office serves the most populous county in New England, covering 54 diverse cities and towns.  We prosecute more than 39,000 cases a year in 12 district courts, 4 juvenile courts, and 2 superior courts. 

Our core mission is to protect and serve the people who work, live, and raise their families in Middlesex County.  Assistant District Attorneys, Victim Witness Advocates, Paralegals, and other talented professionals pursue this mission through exhaustive investigations, unassailable prosecutions, and compassionate victim advocacy. 

We are also committed to innovative crime prevention and intervention initiatives.  Our staff partners with community groups, social service providers, medical professionals, private industry leaders, and law enforcement officers to address a variety of public safety issues.

Worksite Location:

Middlesex District Attorney's Office
15 Commonwealth Ave
Woburn, MA 01801

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is located outside of Newton in Woburn, MA and is only accessible by car.

Intern Job Title:

Studio and Classroom Assistant

Brief Job Description:

The New Art Center is a non-profit community art education space which offers everyone, at all levels of ability, exceptional opportunities to make, exhibit, view, think about, and talk about art. The Studio Assistant intern will work with the Studio Manager to complete needed tasks to help service the New Art Center and their classroom spaces. Interested candidates must have the ability and interest in working with younger children. Daily responsibilities include refilling, restocking, organizing art supplies, cleaning tasks, creative projects, and attending Community Cultural Days, camp days, or any other applicable events.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Applied Arts and Design; Child Development; Creativity; Time Management; Peer Leadership

Possible Career Pathways:

Teacher; Artist; Childcare Specialist

Website:

newartcenter.org

About the New Art Center:

The New Art Center is a non-profit community art education space which offers everyone, at all levels of ability, exceptional opportunities to make, exhibit, view, think about and talk about art. Newt Art offers art classes to all ages, in a variety of mediums, 7 days a week.

Worksite Location:

New Art Center
61 Washington Park
Newton, MA 02460

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is in Newtonville and is accessible by bike, car and via Commuter Rail. The New Art Center is walkable from many different locations within Newton.

Intern Job Title:

Assistant Activity Coordinator

Brief Job Description:

The Assistant Activity Coordinator will work on-site at Weeks House and Casselman House, which are age-restricted properties, and home to older adults and adults with disabilities. The focus of the Assistant Activity Coordinator will be to plan and facilitate fun and enriching activities, promote these programs and conduct outreach to boost attendance.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Creativity; Leadership; Teaching and Instructing; Customer Service

Possible Career Pathways:

Social Services; Affordable Housing; Senior Services

Website:

www.ncdfinc.org

About the Newton Community Development Foundation (NCDF):

NCDF is a provider of affordable, mixed income housing in the city. Our Resident Services Department provides programming and support for those who live in our communities.

Worksite Locations:

Newton Community Development Foundation, Inc.

Casselman House
195 Sumner Street
Newton Centre, MA 02459

and

Weeks House
7 Hereward Road
Newton, MA 02458

Accessing the Worksite:

Both worksites are available via bike, car and public transportation.

Intern Job Title:

Summer Youth Program Assistant

Brief Job Description:

NCDF's Summer Youth Program runs for 8-9 weeks each summer and is a drop-in style program which is available at no cost to children between the ages of 5-17 who reside at our property. Fun and enriching programs, activities and outings are planned and lunch is served daily. The Summer Youth Program Assistant would assist in facilitating this program under the guidance of our Youth Services Coordinator.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Creativity; Peer Leadership; Teaching and Instructing

Possible Career Pathways:

Education; Social Services; Affordable Housing

Website:

www.ncdfinc.org

About the Newton Community Development Foundation (NCDF):

NCDF is a provider of affordable, mixed income housing in the city. Our Resident Services Department provides programming and support for those who live in our communities.

Worksite Location:

Newton Community Development Foundation, Inc.
37 Hamlet Street
Newton, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

The site is available via bike, car and public transportation.

Intern Job Title:

Summer Camp Counselor

Brief Job Description:

NCE counselors are responsible for supervising and guiding children, ages 5-14, under the direction of their class instructors or coaches with activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, and STEM. They are passionate about kids' experiences at camp; organized, flexible and able to problem-solve; calm under pressure; able to keep children emotionally and physically safe; effective communicators with adults, fellow counselors and campers; hard working; and have experience working with children. Counselors are ultimately supervised by the Enrichment or Full Day Sports Camp Director.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Child Development; Creativity; Leadership; Time Management; Self-Advocacy

Possible Career Pathways:

Fields Working with Children: Teacher, Psychologist; Project Management

Website:

www.newtoncommunityed.org

About the Newton Community Education (NCE):

Newton Community Education is a self-sustaining arm of Newton Public Schools dedicated to offering learning and enrichment opportunities for all. We inspire or nurture passions with high quality classes and experiences at a reasonable cost. Our vision is to build a strong, inclusive community passionate about learning, enrichment, and connection.

Worksite Location:

Newton North High School
457 Walnut Street
Newton, MA 02466

and

Angier Elementary School (for last 2 weeks)
1694 Beacon Street
Waban, MA 02468

Accessing the Worksite:

Both sites are accessible by bike and car. Newton North High School is accessible via public transportation (Waban T-stop and bus).

Intern Job Title:

Food Pantry Assistant

Brief Job Description:

Interns will perform a variety of tasks to include bagging, sorting, stocking, recycling, assisting volunteers and clients and supporting staff to help ensure the food pantry fulfills its weekly mission to provide supplemental food assistance to our Newton neighbors.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Peer Leadership; Customer Service; Understanding All Aspects of the Industry

Possible Career Pathways:

Careers in Non-Profit Organizations; Community Service and Engagement; Human Services

Website:

newtonfoodpantry.org

About the Newton Food Pantry:

The Newton Food Pantry is a food pantry serving supplemental food assistance to City of Newton residents.

Worksite Location:

Newton Food Pantry - Newton City Hall
1000 Commonwealth Ave
Newton, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike and car and can be accessed via MBTA bus 59. City Hall is also walkable from many locations.

Intern Job Title:

Summer Intern - Administrative Assistant

Brief Job Description:

Primary responsibilities include:

• Assist staff by filing documents into resident files.
• Process and organize administrative resident files.
• Assist with large mailings to residents.
• Provide staffing support at recreational events hosted by the Newton Housing Authority (NHA) or NHA’s Resident Services Department (examples of events: coffee with the Executive Director, summer BBQs, etc.)
• Aid the Licensed Certified Social Worker with a resident resource manual for staff to provide during lease signings.
• If interested, assist facilitating recreational programing at NHA properties.
• Work with staff members to complete daily projects as needed.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Collecting and Organizing Information; Active Learning; Customer Service; Leadership; Time Management

Possible Career Pathways:

Housing Specialist; Project Manager; Social Services

Website:

www.newtonhousing.org

About the Newton Housing Authority:

The Newton Housing Authority has over 60 years of tradition of providing a high standard of affordable housing to its diverse population of more than 1300 residents. We are the largest provider of affordable housing in the City of Newton.

With our more than 1030 units of Federal, State, and managed portfolio of properties, we span nearly every Ward within the City.

While providing safe, clean, and affordable homes, we also continue to offer a variety of social service programs to our elderly residents, families, and residents with disabilities. We endeavor to create a sense of community and to enhance our resident’s quality of life within an environment of caring and dignity.

The Newton Housing Authority is a government agency but is not directly a part of the City of Newton municipal government.  However, staff and volunteers get the opportunity to collaborate with local government employees.

Worksite Location:

Newton Housing Authority
82 Lincoln Street
Newton Highlands, MA 02461

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike and car. The Newton Housing Authority is a 10-minute walk from the Newton Highlands and Eliot T-stops on the Green Line.

Intern Job Title:

Newton-Wellesley Hospital, City of Newton Intern

Brief Job Description:

Newton-Wellesley Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is a comprehensive medical center located right in Newton. Interns will be placed in both clinical and non-clinical assignments throughout Newton-Wellesley Hospital where they will have the opportunity to work directly with patients, as well as in support services placements. Specific placements and job descriptions will be discussed with interns during their onboarding process, but may include tasks such as transporting patients via wheelchairs, assisting patients and visitors in navigation throughout the hospital, assisting with check-in procedures, restocking / delivering supplies, food service, etc. Interns will gain exposure to the healthcare setting and will have the opportunity to attend educational sessions where they will learn about different careers in medicine and innovations in medical technology. Interns will be scheduled for 15-20 hours per week and will have a set schedule each week.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Active Learning; Career Awareness; Customer Service; Medical Office Customer Support/Interacting with Patients; Self-Advocacy

Possible Career Pathways:

Healthcare Related (clinical and non-clinical) Careers such as Doctors, Nurses, Techs, Food Services, Materials Management, Healthcare Administration

Website:

https://www.nwh.org/careers/volunteer-opportunities

About the Newton-Wellesley Hospital:

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is a comprehensive medical center located in Newton. We provide the services and expertise of a major medical facility with the convenience and personal attention of a community hospital. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, safe, efficient medical care to each of our patients.

Worksite Location:

Newton-Wellesley Hospital
2014 Washington Street
Newton, MA 02462

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by car or by T – Green, D Line. Get off at the Woodland T Stop. Upon exiting the train, walk up towards Washington St (this is in the opposite direction of the large parking garage. Take a left out onto Washington Street. Newton-Wellesley Hospital is 2 blocks up on the left.

Learn more here: https://www.nwh.org/patients-and-visitors/planning-your-visit/maps-directions

Intern Job Title:

Team Member

Job Description:

This position will include many different aspects of restaurant work. The intern will learn many things, including restaurant food preparation, kitchen cleaning, dining room cleaning, stocking and closing the restaurant. Depending on the intern, other responsibilities may include cashier, cook, opening the restaurant and answering the telephone. Interns will need to be prepared for a face-paced environment, willing to work with other employees and willing to learn new things, all while having some fun!

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Customer Service; Active Learning; Cooking/Culinary Arts; Food Safety; Time Management

Possible Career Pathways:

Chef; Wait Person; Restaurant Manager/Owner; Business Owner

Website:

sandwich-works.com

About Sandwich Works:

At Sandwich Works, we're committed to making your breakfast, lunch, or next event the brightest (and most delicious) part of your day. Explore our menus for a glimpse into all our delicious options, and if you don't see what you want, just ask! We're here to make your sandwich dreams come true.

Worksite Location:

Sandwich Works
827 Beacon Street
Newton Centre, MA 02459

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike and car or by T – Green Line (Newton Centre stop). This location is also on the bus line.

Intern Job Title:

Intern - Sign Specialist

Brief Job Description:

Interns will be working with shop hand tools and other equipment to produce state-of-the-art signage used locally and nationally.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Applied Arts and Design; Computer Technology; Design Principles/Graphic Design; Understanding All Aspects of the Industry

Possible Career Pathways:

Business Owner; Marketing and Advertising Executive; Graphic Artist

Website:

sbtnewton.com

About Signs By Tomorrow - Newton:

Signs By Tomorrow is a local full service sign business that uses various technologies and equipment to produce state of the art sign products.

Worksite Location:

Signs By Tomorrow - Newton Location
227 California Street
Newton, MA 02458

Accessing the Worksite:

This site is accessible by bike, car and public transportation. The worksite is located about half a mile outside of Watertown Square.

Intern Job Title:

Seasonal Teller

Brief Job Description:

Provides exemplary customer service to branch customers by processing a wide variety of monetary transactions. Accurately & efficiently processes transactions, assists in identifying and minimizing the Bank's exposure to losses due to fraud.

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Skills Learned/Utilized at this Worksite:

Customer Service; Understanding All Aspects of the Industry; Active Learning

Possible Career Pathways:

Bank Branch Management; Deposit Operations Specialist; Commercial or Residential Lending Officer; Financial Field

Website:

https://www.village-bank.com/

About the Village Bank:

The Village Bank is a community bank headquartered in Newton, MA with branches in Newton, Wayland, and Waltham.

Worksite Location:

There are many Village Bank branch locations.

The intern can choose to work at one of the bank's branches in Newton, Waltham or Wayland, depending on the individual’s transportation needs. View all locations here: https://www.village-bank.com/locations/

Accessing the Worksite:

Village Bank sites are accessible by bike, car and public transportation.