Houston Agency Listing
AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc.
To create positive social impact through the innovative management of
HIV/AIDS and other chronic diseases
Kelly McCann, Executive Director
www.AIDSHelp.org Ph 713-623-6796
3202 Weslayan Street , Houston, TX 77027
Internship Position Available:
Camp Hope Assistant Coordinator [Volunteer Coordination]
Assisting in the development, implementation and management of Camp
Hope volunteers and programs.
Internship Contact: Marc Cohen, Program Manager
CohenM@AFHouston.org Ph 713-623-6796
_______________________________________________________________________________
Aldine Y.O.U.T.H.
To empower positive change in the lives of our youth and families through
partnerships with businesses, agencies, schools, churches and talented
volunteers.
Sylvia Boling, Executive Director
www.aldineyouth.org Ph 281-449-4828
4700 Aldine Mail Route , Houston, TX 77039
Internship Position Available:
School of Business Asst. Coordinator [Education/Instruction]
To assist the Coordinator of the Youth School of Business Program to
teach computer and business education, job readiness and job training
skills in order to prepare area youth for success in employment and
higher level education.
Internship Contact: Shawna Roy, Director of Operations
sroy@aldineyouth.org Ph 281-449-4828
_______________________________________________________________________________
Alley Theatre
To bring artists and audiences together to experience the powerful stories
that deepen our understanding of ourselves, one another and the world
we share.
Dean R. Gladden, Executive Director
www.alleytheatre.org Ph 713-228-9341
615 Texas Avenue , Houston, TX 77002
Internship Position Available:
Assistant to Young Performers Studio Director [Education/Instruction]
The YPS Assistant is a key education department position to function
as the deputy to the YPS Director.
Internship Contact: Julia Traber, Young Performers
Studio Director
juliat@alleytheatre.org
Ph 713-228-9341
_______________________________________________________________________________
Alzheimer's Association
To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research;
to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce
the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health
Richard Elbein, Executive Director
www.alztx.org Ph 713-314-1301
2242 West Holcombe Blvd , Houston, TX 77030
Internship Position Available:
Development Intern [Development/Special Events]
The Alzheimer's Assoc. Development Office directs all major gift, foundation,
corporation, direct mail and event fundraising for the Association and
provides support and coordination for all efforts designed to promote
giving to the chapter. The Development Intern will specifically work
with the Memory Walk and Family Portrait Luncheon.
Internship Contact: Melanie Gehman, Development Officer
melanie.gehman@alz.org Ph
713-314-1301
_______________________________________________________________________________
ARC of Greater Houston, The
To include all children and adults with cognitive, developmental and
intellectual disabilities in every community.
Judy Kantorczyk, Executive Director
www.thearcofgreaterhouston.org
Ph 713-957-1600
P.O. Box 924168 , Houston, TX 77292
Internship Position Available:
Summer Program Coordinator [Program Assistance]
Be responsible for the planning, coordination and evaluation of summer
programs for individuals with cognitive disabilities.
Internship Contact: Bethanne Rollins Arafat, Director
of Programs
barafat@thearcofgreaterhouston.org
Ph 713-957-1600
_______________________________________________________________________________
BEAR … Be A Resource for CPS Kids
To offer help and hope for abused and neglected children and the caseworkers
who protect them
Mary Green, Executive Director
www.bearesourcehouston.org
Ph 713-940-3087
2223 West Loop South , Houston, TX 77027
Internship Position Available:
Community Relations Specialist [Volunteer Coordination]
Supervise the planning, coordination and the execution of the 6th-annual
BEAR Back-to-School Party and the BEAR Back-to-School Drive, in addition
to going out into the community to recruit corporate sponsors for BEARing
Gifts, the Christmas project of BEAR.
Internship Contact: Michelle Searles, Community Volunteer
Coordinator
michelle.searles@dfps.state.tx.us
Ph 713-940-3087
_______________________________________________________________________________
Better Business Bureau Education Foundation
To educate and advocate on behalf of consumers and businesses to combat
unethical business practices and promote consumer awareness
Candice Twyman, Executive Director
www.bbbhou.org Ph 713-341-6141
1333 West Loop South Suite 1200, Houston, TX 77027
Internship Position Available:
Curriculum Development Coordinator [Education/Instruction]
Develop lesson plans and research materials for the Young Consumer Advocate
Program -- a high school course that teaches about interest, credit
card debt and bankruptcy.
Internship Contact: Lilly Cuff, Program Coordinator
lcuff@bbbhou.org Ph 713-341-6141
_______________________________________________________________________________
Boat People SOS, Inc.
To assist Vietnamese refugees and immigrants in their search for a life
in liberty and dignity.
Thang Dinh Nguyen, Executive Director
www.bpsos.org Ph 281-530-6888
11205 Bellaire Blvd Suite B - 22, Houston, TX 77072
Internship Position Available:
Universities Liaison & Volunteer Program Developer [Volunteer Coordination]
Develop and build relationships with local universities to create a
regular volunteer and internship program for students.
Internship Contact: Trish Nguyen, Branch Manager
trish.nguyen@bpsos.org Ph
281-530-6888
_______________________________________________________________________________
Boys and Girls Country
To change the lives of children from families in crisis by loving and
nurturing them in a Christian home environment, raising them to become
self-sustaining and contributing adults
Shirley Wright, Executive Director
www.boysandgirlscountry.org
Ph 281-351-4976
18806 Roberts Road , Hockley, TX 77447
Internship Position Available:
Educational Technology Intern [Children/Youth Assistance]
In the past year, Boys and Girls Country brought its education program
up to speed with integrated multimedia equipment and educational software,
and implemented a new system to safely expand student-use of the internet.
All we need now is you: a mission-oriented, Educational Technology Intern
to help us put it all to use in the education of our children, who were
once at-risk for dropping out of school.
Internship Contact: Robin Latimer, Director of Education
robinl@boysandgirlscountry.org
Ph 281-351-4976
_______________________________________________________________________________
Breakthrough Houston
Preparing underserved middle-school students to succeed in rigorous
college-preparatory high school programs, while training high school
and college-age students as the next generation of American educators
Kathleen Leonard, Executive Director
www.breakthroughhouston.org
Ph 713-512-3491
4650 Bissonnet , Bellaire, TX 77401
Internship Position Available:
Special Events Coordinator [Program Management]
The intern is responsible for coordinating all Breakthrough Houston
special events for eight weeks during the summer, including organizing,
set-up and evaluation.
Internship Contact: Betsy Brewer, Program Director
bbrewer@ehshouston.org Ph
713-512-3491
_______________________________________________________________________________
Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Inc.
To assist women and children in crisis, particularly survivors of domestic
violence, sexual assault and homelessness.
Deborah Moseley, Executive Director
www.tbotw.org Ph 713-472-0753
213 West Southmore , Pasadena, TX 77502
Internship Position Available:
Prevention and Outreach Intern [Education/Instruction]
Provide program support to the Community Outreach Dept. by actively
assisting the Dept. in achieving its primary prevention activity goals
to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault.
Internship Contact: Thecia Jenkins, Human Resource
Director
tjenkins@tbotw.org Ph 713-472-0753
_______________________________________________________________________________
Buffalo Bayou Partnership
To coordinate the integration of major amenities and restoration projects
in the Bayou greenbelt and seek ways to increase community involvement
through pedestrian, boating and biking amenities; educational, volunteer
and recreational activities and tours; permanent and temporary art installations
and other natural and built attractions
Anne Olson, Executive Director
www.buffalobayou.org Ph 713-752-0314
1113 Vine Street Suite 200, Houston, TX 77002
Internship Position Available:
Assistant to the Director of PR and Events [Administrative Assistance]
Assist with special events and media relations.
Internship Contact: Trudi Smith, Director of P.R. and
Events
tsmith@buffalobayou.org
Ph 713-752-0314
_______________________________________________________________________________
Casa de Esperanza de los Ninos, Inc.
To be a safe place for children in crisis due to abuse, neglect or the
effects of the HIV virus
Kathleen Foster, Executive Director
www.casahope.org Ph 713-529-0639
P.O. Box 66581 , Houston, TX 77266
Internship Position Available:
Casework Aide [Casework/Counseling]
Provide support to the Foster Care Dept.; assist with training; help
with the intake, placement and discharge of children; accompany caseworkers
to court, family visits or foster home visits as requested.
Internship Contact: Susan Molitor, Residential Program
Supervisor
susan@casahope.org Ph 713-529-0639
_______________________________________________________________________________
Center for Children, Law and Policy - UH Law
To engage in legal and interdisciplinary scholarship, advocacy and teaching
to advance the interests of children through public policy
Ellen Marrus, Executive Director
www.law.uh.edu/center4clp
Ph 713-743-1967
100 Law Center , Houston, TX 77204
Internship Position Available:
Research Assistant [Children/Youth Assistance]
Conduct research projects and draft memoranda with appropriate supervision.
Prepare written, visual and oral presentations about children's issues.
Internship Contact: Luke Gilman, Program Manager
ljgilman@central.uh.edu
Ph 713-743-1967
_______________________________________________________________________________
Center for Houston's Future
To bring business and community together to innovate for the future
of the Houston region
Ann Lents, Executive Director
www.centerforhoustonsfuture.org
Ph 713-844-9325
1200 Smith St. Suite 1150, Houston, TX 77002
Internship Position Available:
Intern [Special Assignments/Projects]
Engage in regional public policy initiatives, research and analysis,
assist with reporting, contribute to the Center's 2008 Strategic Plan.
Internship Contact: Mr. Chris Bilton, Manager, Leadership
& Engagement
cbilton@centerforhoustonsfuture.org
Ph 713-844-9325
_______________________________________________________________________________
Child Advocates, Inc.
To mobilize court appointed volunteers to break the vicious cycle of
child abuse. We speak up for abused children who are lost in the system
and guide them into safe environments where they can thrive.
Sonya Galvan, Executive Director
www.childadvocates.org Ph
713-529-1396
2401 Portsmouth Street Suite 210, Houston, TX 77098
Internship Position Available:
Development and Special Events Intern [Development/Special Events]
Assist the development team in their efforts to raise an annual budget
of $3 million.
Internship Contact: Melissa Treadway, Development Coordinator
melissa.treadway@childadvocates.org
Ph 713-529-1396
_______________________________________________________________________________
ChildBuilders
To provide innovative services, programs, education and collaboration
to promote healthy child and family development
Trish King, Executive Director
www.childbuilders.org Ph
713-400-1155
3800 Buffalo Speedway Suite 310, Houston, TX 77098
Internship Position Available:
Public Relations/Marketing/Development Intern [PR / Marketing]
Develop and implement creative public relations, marketing and development
strategies to promote the agency and its programs.
Internship Contact: Trish King, Executive Director
trish@childbuilders.org
Ph 713-400-1155
_______________________________________________________________________________
Chinese Community Center
To bridge East and West by enriching families with educational, cultural
and social service programs
Chi-Mei Lin, Executive Director
www.ccchouston.org Ph 713-271-6100
9800 Town Park Drive , Houston, TX 77036
Internship Position Available:
Youth Summer Camp Program Asst. Coordinator [Children/Youth Assistance]
In collaboration with the supervisor, develop curriculum units for classes,
organize weekly field trips, create learning opportunities, lead camp
volunteers, coordinate camp activity schedules.
Internship Contact: Lisa To, Youth Program Coordinator
info@ccchouston.org Ph 713-271-6100
_______________________________________________________________________________
Christian Community Service Center
To serve the poor, hungry, disabled and otherwise needy while respecting
their religious, ethnic or cultural differences
Michelle Shonbeck, Executive Director
www.ccschouston.com Ph 713-961-3993
3230 Mercer , Houston, TX 77027
Internship Position Available:
Program Specialist [Program Management]
Duties include direct service to clients, volunteer management, project
management and research.
Internship Contact: Karen Holloman, Director of Programs
kholloman@ccschouston.com
Ph 713-961-3993
_______________________________________________________________________________
Citizen Schools
Educating youth and strengthening communities
Stacy Newcomer, Executive Director
www.citizenschools.org Ph
832-692-3402
309 English Street , Houston, TX 77009
Internship Position Available:
Talent Assistant [Administrative Assistance]
Support the recruitment of the quality staff and volunteers that exemplify
the spirit of Citizen Schools' mission: to educate youth and strengthen
communities.
Internship Contact: Kathryn Nash, Talent Manager, Texas
kathrynnash@citizenschools.org
Ph 832-692-3402
_______________________________________________________________________________
City of Pasadena
To maintain a safe environment for all while providing programming,
facilities and relationships which enrich and enlighten the lives of
all families thus building a strong, healthy foundation for our future
Michael Walker, Executive Director
www.ci.pasadena.tx.us Ph
713-740-7062
3111 San Augustine , Pasadena, TX 77503
Internship Position Available:
Program Specialist [Program Management]
Plan, coordinate and supervise diversified recreation programs and special
events for youth and families.
Internship Contact: Michael Walker, Recreation Manager
mjwalker@ci.pasadena.tx.us
Ph 713-740-7062
_______________________________________________________________________________
Collaborative for Children
To build a strong educational foundation for young children to succeed
in school and life
Carol Shattuck, Executive Director
www.collabforchildren.org
Ph 713-600-1100
3800 Buffalo Speedway Suite 300, Houston, TX 77098
Internship Position Available:
ExxonMobil Intern [PR/Marketing]
Provide support to the Community Engagement Dept.: spearhead a public
awareness event; redesign public policy portion of agency website; other
duties.
Internship Contact: Alicia Nuzzie, Manager of Community
Engagement
anuzzie@collabforchildren.org
Ph 713-600-1100
_______________________________________________________________________________
COLLAGE: The Art for Cancer Network
With a spirit of fun and joy, COLLAGE provides art programs to enrich
the lives of people living with cancer
Jennifer Wheler, Executive Director
www.collageartforcancer.org
Ph 713-521-0547
1425 Branard St. Suite 2, Houston, TX 77006
Internship Position Available:
Development Intern [Program & Development]
The intern will have two main areas of responsibility: program management
and development/special events. Intern will both take on supervisory
role in the management of our two key programs at M.D. Anderson Cancer
Center and develop and build relationships with foundations, corporations
and interested individuals.
Internship Contact: Katie McCurry, Director of Development
kmccurry@collageartforcancer.org
Ph 713-521-0547
_______________________________________________________________________________
Communities in Schools Houston, Inc.
To provide and to coordinate student assistance service at the school
campus in order to best meet the physical and emotional needs of at-risk
students and to empower these students to remain in school
Cynthia Clay Briggs, Executive Director
www.cishouston.org Ph 713-654-1515
2150 West 18th Street Suite 100, Houston, TX 77008
Internship Position Available:
Non-Profit Administration Intern [Program Management]
Involvement in all phases of planning, coordinating and implementing
the CIS Employment and Job Training Program.
Internship Contact: Samantha Sherman, Partnership Coordinator
samantha@cis-houston.org
Ph 713-654-1515
_______________________________________________________________________________
Council for Environmental Education
To provide environmental education programs and services that promote
stewardship of the environment and further the capacity of learners
to make informed decisions.
Josetta Hawthorne, Executive Director
www.councilforee.org Ph 713-520-1936
5555 Morningside Drive Suite 212, Houston, TX 77005
Internship Position Available:
CEE Program Assistant [Program Assistance]
Intern will assist with: organizational support, workshop planning,
marketing and communications and curriculum guide development.
Internship Contact: Marc LeFebre, Senior Manager, Project
WILD
marclcee@aol.com Ph 713-520-1936
_______________________________________________________________________________
Covenant House Texas
To provide children sanctuary from the dangers of street life and abuse
and to provide them with the necessary skills and emotional support
that will enable them to choose workable life alternatives
Ronda Robinson, Executive Director
www.covenanthousetx.org
Ph 713-523-2231
1111 Lovett Blvd. , Houston, TX 77006
Internship Position Available:
Marketing/Business Outreach Representative [PR/Marketing]
The intern will recruit local businesses to partner with CHT by: 1)
providing information regarding job openings; 2) providing internship
opportunities for CHT youth; and 3) regularly hiring CHT youth when
appropriate.
Internship Contact: Victor Hay, Director of Community
Services
vhay@covenanthouse.org Ph
713-523-2231
_______________________________________________________________________________
Crisis Intervention of Houston, Inc.
Our volunteer-based organization provides 24-hour telephone and web-based
counseling, on-site crisis response services, crisis response training,
suicide prevention and intervention services, support to those affected
by suicide, links to community resources and community education.
Shari Koziol, Executive Director
www.crisishotline.org Ph
713-533-4500
3015 Richmond Ave. Suite 120, Houston, TX 77098
Internship Position Available:
Teenline Coordinator [Casework/Counseling]
In addition to facilitating calls on the crisis hotline, the intern
will manage teen volunteers, lead events and assist with research and
writing.
Internship Contact: Milli Patel, Youth Outreach Coordinator
milli@crisishotline.org
Ph 713-533-4500
_______________________________________________________________________________
Ensemble Theatre
To preserve African-American artistic expression; to enlighten, entertain
and enrich a diverse community.
Janette Cosley, Executive Director
www.ensemblehouston.com
Ph 713-520-0055
3535 Main Street , Houston, TX 77002
Internship Position Available:
Development Intern [Development/Special Events]
The intern will function as an Assistant to the Director of Development
and will provide a broad exposure to The Ensemble's fundraising and
customer service programs.
Internship Contact: Edward Benyon, Director of Development
ebenyon@ensemblehouston.com
Ph 713-520-0055
_______________________________________________________________________________
Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corp.
To serve as a catalyitc organization dedicated to the collaborative
forstering of holistic community development
Kathy Flanagan Payton, Executive Director
www.fifthwardcrc.org Ph 713-674-0175
4300 Lyons Street Suite 100, Houston, TX 77020
Internship Position Available:
Public Relations and Communications Assistant [Public Relations/Marketing]
The intern will serve as a resource for participants in the various
programs offered by Fifth Ward CRC. He/she will also develop program
and educational materials and develop/update the organization's e-newsletter
and website.
Internship Contact: Kathy Flanagan Payton, President
and CEO
kpayton@fifthwardcrc.org
Ph 713-674-0175
_______________________________________________________________________________
Forge for Families, Inc.
To enrich the spiritual, educational, vocational and leadership development
of inner city families through Christ-centered mentoring, bringing transforming
growth to Houston's Third Ward community
Rufus Smith, Executive Director
www.forgeforfamilies.org
Ph 713-664-5054
3150 Yellowstone Blvd , Houston, TX 77054
Internship Position Available:
Summer Leadership Program Head Intern [Program Management]
The Head Intern for the Summer Leadership Program of The Forge will
bring spiritual and practical oversight to all other Forge interns.
This includes management of interns in the appropriately noted areas
of the S.L.P. master schedule, working with staff to train and determine
areas of encouragement, improvement, correction and reward for each
intern.
Internship Contact: Tommie Florence, Chief Operating
Officer
tf@forgeforfamilies.org
Ph 713-664-5054
_______________________________________________________________________________
Harmony House, Inc.
To provide quality housing for homeless persons in an attractive, supportive,
drug- and alcohol-free community; to provide primary health care for
homeless persons who are too sick to be on the streets but not sick
enough to be in the hospital; and to provide the tools, training and
supportive services to homeless persons who are ready to make the transition
from homelessness to independence and self-sufficiency.
Tim Johnson, Executive Director
www.harmonyhouse.org Ph 713-223-8104
602 Girard , Houston, TX 77007
Internship Position Available:
Options Counselor [Casework/Counseling]
Resposonsible for performing interviews with hospitalized homeless clients
to assess their needs, develop a Plan of Care, and seek out community
resources for client needs. Also will complete screenings, enter data
and make recommendations for admission to Harmony House.
Internship Contact: Preston Witt, Director of Services
preston_witt@harmonyhouse.org
Ph 713-223-8104
_______________________________________________________________________________
Health Museum, The
The Health Museum is an interactive and entertaining science for all
ages that promotes understanding and appreciation of the human body,
mind and spirit and inspires a lifelong commitment to health and wellness
Tadd Pullin, Executive Director
www.thehealthmuseum.org
Ph 713-942-7054
1515 Hermann Dr. , Houston, TX 77004
Internship Position Available:
Summer Youth Volunteer Coordinator [Program Management]
Organize and direct the Summer Youth Volunteer Program for students
age 14-17. Train and daily manage volunteers.
Internship Contact: Mary Heartlein, Community Services
Manager
mheartlein@thehealthmuseum.org
Ph 713-942-7054
_______________________________________________________________________________
Heritage Society
To preserve the complete history of the community and region through
preservation and restroation of historic structures, exhibition of histrocial
artifacts, and presentation of education programs which focus on Houston
and Harris County's diverse past, and it relationship to the present
and future.
Alice Collette, Executive Director
www.heritagesociety.org
Ph 713-655-1912
1100 Bagby Street , Houston, TX 77002
Internship Position Available:
Collections Management Assistant [Museum Collections Mgmt]
Assist the Registrar in research projects and the routine care and maintenance
of the collection. Tasks include: inventorying, condition reporting,
photography, cataloging, filing and records management, data entry.
Internship Contact: Laney McAdow, Registrar
lmcadow@heritagesociety.org
Ph 713-655-1912
_______________________________________________________________________________
Hermann Park Conservancy
A non-profit citizens' organization dedicated to the stewardship and
improvement of Hermann Park -- today and for generations to come.
Doreen Stoller, Executive Director
www.hermannpark.org Ph 713-524-5876
6201-A Golf Course Drive , Houston, TX 77030
Internship Position Available:
Reforestation Planning / Volunteer Program Asst. [Technical/Computing]
Assist with the development of Park reforestation plan, update tree
inventory, utilize GPS equipment to map the Park, facilitate volunteer
projects.
Internship Contact: Barbara Jo Harwell, Conservation
Director
barbara_jo@hermannpark.org
Ph 713-524-5876
_______________________________________________________________________________
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center
To provide education about the natural environment to people of all
ages and to protect and enhance the Arboretum as a haven and as a sanctuary
for native plants and animals.
Debbie Markey, Executive Director
www.houstonarboretum.org
Ph 713-681-8433
4501 Woodway Drive , Houston, TX 77024
Internship Position Available:
After Camp Coordinator [Education/Instruction]
Setup classrooms and daily materials, evaluate classes, serve as teaching
assistant.
Internship Contact: Ms. Pat Marks, Associate Director
pmarks@houstonarboretum.org
Ph 713-681-8433
_______________________________________________________________________________
Houston Arts Alliance
To advance the nonprofit arts industry in Greater Houston, thus contributing
to enhance the region’s quality of life, economic competitiveness
and attractiveness as a tourist destination. Our mission is to nurture,
fund and promote participation in the arts in Houston and Harris County.
Jonathon Glus, Executive Director
www.haatx.com Ph 713-527-9330
3201 Allen Parkway Suite 250, Houston, TX 77019
Internship Position Available:
Houston Arts Alliance Summer Intern [Program Management]
Responsible for providing vital support to the Civic Art and Design
Dept. through: Civic Art Conservation (inventory, survey and document
City's art collection), Policy research and Project Management Documentation
Internship Contact: Crystal Benavides, Assistant Director
of Grants & Services
crystal@haatx.com Ph 713-527-9330
_______________________________________________________________________________
Houston Ballet
The Houston Ballet Foundation is committed to providing the City of
Houston a ballet company and a training academy of highest international
dance standard. Through excellence in the classical ballet tradition,
we seek to attract and expose our diverse community to the wonder and
value of the art form of dance and to enhance the medium overall.
Cecil Conner, Executive Director
www.houstonballet.org Ph
713-523-6300
1921 West Bell Street , Houston, TX 77019
Internship Position Available:
Academy Special Projects Intern [Administrative Assistance]
Tasks include: implementing and executing a "career studies"
curriculum for upper-level ballet students; Designing performance playbills;
PR & Marketing for performances.
Internship Contact: Elizabeth Overton, Administrator
loverton@houstonballet.org
Ph 713-523-6300
_______________________________________________________________________________
Houston Food Bank
Leading the fight against hunger
Brian Greene, Executive Director
www.houstonfoodbank.org
Ph 713-223-3700
3811 Eastex Freeway , Houston, TX 77026
Internship Position Available:
Special Events and Development Intern [Development/Special Events]
Assist with the planning and coordination of special events designed
to solicit food and monetary donations while improving public awareness
and generating goodwill in the Houston community.
Internship Contact: Margaret Anne Ryburn, Special Events
Coordinator
mryburn@houstonfoodbank.org
Ph 713-223-3700
_______________________________________________________________________________
Houston Hospice
Houston Hospice provides uncompromising, compassionate end-of-life care
to patients and families in our community.
James Monahan, Executive Director
www.houstonhospice.org Ph
713-468-2441
1905 Holcombe Blvd , Houston, TX 77030
Internship Position Available:
Development Associate [Development/Special Events]
The intern plans, organizes and implements all aspects of diverse fundraising
and recognition events for Houston Hospice.
Internship Contact: Cynthia Nordt, Director of Development
cnordt@houstonhospice.org
Ph 713-468-2441
_______________________________________________________________________________
Houston Museum of Natural Science
To preserve and advance the general knowledge of natural sciences; to
enhance in individuals the knowledge of and delight in natural science
and related subjects; and to maintain and promote a museum of the first
class.
Joel Bartsch, Executive Director
www.hmns.org Ph 713-639-4654
One Hermann Circle , Houston, TX 77006
Internship Position Available:
Xplorations Resource Coordinator [Program Management]
Manage the resources (HMNS collections and purchased materials) for
summer youth program.
Internship Contact: Allison Seeman, Curator of Education
Collections
aseeman@hmns.org Ph 713-639-4654
_______________________________________________________________________________
Houston Zoo
To provide a fun, unique and inspirational experience fostering appreciation,
knowledge and care for the natural world
Maya Houston, Executive Director
www.houstonzoo.org Ph 713-533-6519
1513 North MacGregor Drive , Houston, TX 77030
Internship Position Available:
Carnivore Zookeeper Intern [Zookeeper]
The intern will spend the majority of his or her time in the Carnivore
Dept., plus have the opportunity to work with upper-level management
in zoo operations and conservation program planning.
Internship Contact: Kevin Hodge, Zoo Supervisor --
Carnivore Dept
khodge@houstonzoo.org Ph
713-533-6519
_______________________________________________________________________________
Houston's Youth Program for Enrichment
Our mission is empowering people with knowledge for successful living.
We provide psychological counseling, financial consultation, and enrichment
and educational activities for children. Specifically, Houston's Youth
Program for Enrichment promotes health and well-being, and appreciation
for reading, cultural awareness and positive mentor-student relationships.
Brandi Brown, Executive Director
www.houstonfreedomschools.com
Ph 832-443-8517
P.O. Box 14971 , Houston, TX 77221
Internship Position Available:
Children's Defense Fund Freedom Schools Intern [Education/Instruction]
Tasks include: planning and teaching daily youth classes, attending
national training, participating in leadership of program
Internship Contact: Brandi Brown, Project Director
hype_fs@yahoo.com Ph 832-443-8517
_______________________________________________________________________________
Jewish Family Service
To strengthen Jewish individuals and family life through counseling,
education and social services.
Linda Burger, Executive Director
www.jfshouston.org Ph 713-667-9336
4131 South Braeswood , Houston, TX 77025
Internship Position Available:
Development, Marketing and Special Events Intern [Development/Special
Events]
Assist with annual campaign activities, Archive historical documents
and photos, Write news articles, Other PR responsibilities
Internship Contact: Chery Levy, Volunteer Coordinator
clevy@jfshouston.org Ph 713-667-9336
_______________________________________________________________________________
Junior Achievement
To educate and inspire young people to value free enterprise, business
and economics in order to improve the quality of their lives
Richard Franke, Executive Director
www.houston.ja.org Ph 713-682-4500
2115 East Governors Circle , Houston, TX 77092
Internship Position Available:
Education Coordinator [Administrative Assistance]
Assist the organization as it prepares for the coming school year and
the JA BizTown Summer Camp Program.
Internship Contact: Sandy Thrasher, Operations Manager
sthrasher@jahouston.org
Ph 713-682-4500
_______________________________________________________________________________
Local Initiatives Support Corporation
Helping nonprofit community development organizations transform distressed
neighborhoods into healthy and sustainable communities of choice and
opportunity -- good places to work, do business and raise children.
Amanda Timm, Executive Director
www.lisc.org Ph 713-334-5700
2640 Fountainview Suite 220, Houston, TX 77057
Internship Position Available:
Volunteer Coordinator [Volunteer Coordination]
Support the LISC Americorps Program Officer to recruit, enroll and activate
volunteers in a variety of community service projects.
Internship Contact: Paul Wright, Program Officer
pwright@lisc.org Ph 713-334-5700
_______________________________________________________________________________
Memorial Assistance Ministries
MAM assures families the means to meet their basic needs.
Martha Macris, Executive Director
www.maministries.org Ph 713-468-4516
1625 Blalock Road , Houston, TX 77080
Internship Position Available:
SWAM Program Supervisor [Children/Youth Assistance]
Implement a high school student jobs program, serving as on-site supervisor
and program manager.
Internship Contact: Peggy Croke, Volunteer Coordinator
pcrocke@maministries.org
Ph 713-468-4516
_______________________________________________________________________________
Monarch School
The Monarch School provides an innovative, therapeutic education for
children who struggle with neurological differences, such as autism,
AD/HD, learning disabilities, pervasive development disorders, Asperger’s
Disorder, Tourette’s Disorder, and seizure and bi-polar disorders
Marty Webb, Executive Director
www.monarchschool.org Ph
713-479-0800
1231 Wirt Road , Houston, TX 77055
Internship Position Available:
Group Mentor / Operations Manager [Education/Instruction]
Serve as group leader for a small group of children; Work with program
director to streamline documentation for program (develop manual, handouts,
year-end presentation)
Internship Contact: Debrah Hall, Program Director
dhall@monarchschool.org
Ph 713-479-0800
_______________________________________________________________________________
Montrose Counseling Center, Inc.
To provide culturally affirming, quality, and affordable services primarily
to Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender individuals
Ann Robinson, Executive Director
www.montrosecounselingcenter.org
Ph 713-529-0037
401 Branard 2nd floor, Houston, TX 77006
Internship Position Available:
Fund Development Assistant [Development/Special Events]
Research funding opportunities and assist with writing proposals and
planning special events.
Internship Contact: Michele Leal, Community Projects
Specialist - Development
development@montrosecounselingcenter.org
Ph 713-529-0037
_______________________________________________________________________________
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
MS stops people from moving. We exist to ensure that it doesn’t.
Debbie Pope, Executive Director
www.jointhemovementlonestar.org
Ph 713-526-8967
8111 North Stadium Dr. Suite 100, Houston, TX 77054
Internship Position Available:
Corporate Development Intern [Development/Special Events]
Identify, cultivate and further existing relationships with corporations
through communication and sponsor development for the BP MS 150 Bike
Tour and MS Walks.
Internship Contact: Ms. Kelly Moran, Director, Community
Development
kmoran@nmsslonestar.org
Ph 713-526-8967
_______________________________________________________________________________
Project GRAD Houston
To ensure a quality public education for all children in economically
disadvantaged communities so that high school and college graduation
rates increase
Ann Stiles, Executive Director
www.projectgradhouston.org
Ph 832-325-0325
1510 Jensen Drive , Houston, TX 77020
Internship Position Available:
College Instititute Coordinator [Program Management]
Provide logistical support for high school scholarship program.
Internship Contact: Paula Roe, Director, Scholarship
& PACE Programs
proe@projectgradhouston.org
Ph 832-325-0325
_______________________________________________________________________________
River Performing and Visual Arts Center, The
The River is a non-profit organization that provides an accessible,
affordable, fine arts education for special children, ages 2-19, who
have disabilities, chronic illnesses, or are economically disadvantaged
Sandra Wicoff, Executive Director
www.theriver.org Ph 713-520-1220
1475 West Gray , Houston, TX 77019
Internship Position Available:
Marketing and Development Assistant [PR/Marketing]
Assist the staff in effectively marketing The River's programs to families
with children with special needs and assist with grant writing and research.
Internship Contact: Sandra Wicoff, Executive Director
sandy@theriver.org Ph 713-520-1220
_______________________________________________________________________________
Ronald McDonald House
Ronald McDonald House of Houston offers a home away from home for families
with children being treated at a Texas Medical Center institution for
cancer or other serious illness. We also support cancer research and
medical treatment at Texas Children’s Cancer Center.
Leslie Bourne, Executive Director
www.rmhhouston.org Ph 713-795-3500
1907 Holcombe Blvd , Houston, TX 77030
Internship Position Available:
Development Intern [Development/Special Events]
Provide administrative support to the Development Office: creating flyers,
writing copy, tracking donors.
Internship Contact: Susie Richard, Director of Administration
srichard@rmhhouston.org
Ph 713-795-3500
_______________________________________________________________________________
S.H.A.P.E. Community Center, Inc.
To improve the quality of life for all people through activities that
focus on unity, self-determination, collective work & responsibility,
cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith
Deloyd Parker, Jr., Executive Director
www.shape.org Ph 713-521-0641
3815 Live Oak , Houston, TX 77004
Internship Position Available:
Youth Group Leader [Children/Youth Assistance]
Tasks include: Staff meetings, Planning, Providing direct service to
children, Program administration.
Internship Contact: Ms. Ifueko Omorogbe, Program Director
iomorogbe@shape.org Ph 713-521-0641
_______________________________________________________________________________
Sickle Cell Association of the Texas Gulf Coast
SCATGC is committed to increasing awareness, supporting research and
improving the quality of life for those impacted by the disease through
education, testing, outreach and advocacy
Lorna Hankins, Executive Director
www.sicklecell-texas.org
Ph 713-400-2355
6300 West Loop South Suite 340, Bellaire, TX 77401
Internship Position Available:
Assistant Special Events Coordinator [Program Assistance]
Assist with Family Day, Camp SKY and Teen Camp.
Internship Contact: Carol Segova, Special Events Coordinator
csegova@sicklecell-texas.org
Ph 713-400-2355
_______________________________________________________________________________
Sisters Network Inc National Headquarters
Sisters Network Inc. is committed to increasing local and national attention
to the devastating impact that breast cancer has in the African American
community
Erie Calloway, Executive Director
www.sistersnetworkinc.org
Ph 713-781-0255
8787 Woodway Suite 4206, Houston, TX 77063
Internship Position Available:
Program Development Coordinator [Development/Special Events]
Develop, organize information including pictures for the 2007 Annual
Report; assemble and ready for distribution. Assist Exec. Dir. In responding
to Final Report guidelines for grants funded for the 2007 Conference.
Internship Contact: Erie Calloway, Executive Director
ecalloway@sistersnetworkinc.org
Ph 713-781-0255
_______________________________________________________________________________
Skills for Living, Inc.
To help metro-Houston's working poor break the cycle of poverty.
Lorraine Decker, Executive Director
www.skills4living.org Ph
713-782-9974
7660 Woodway Suite 599, Houston, TX 77063
Internship Position Available:
Real Life Intern Coordinator [Program Management]
Lead, manage and develop high school interns' skills and talents as
they lead a summer program.
Internship Contact: Cate Thou, Volunteer Coordinator
Cate@skills4living.org Ph
713-782-9974
_______________________________________________________________________________
South Main Alliance & Houston Museum Distr. Assoc.
To protect, promote and enhance the South Main corridor in which many
of Houston's defining institutions are located including Rice University,
the Texas Medical Center, Hermann Park, the Museum District and Reliant
Park.
Susan Young, Executive Director
www.houstonsheart.org Ph
713-790-1020
1020 Holcombe Blvd. Suite 1300, Houston, TX 77030
Internship Position Available:
Intern [PR/Marketing]
Work with marketing, public relations, tourism promotion and event planning
(press releases, marketing materials, media relations, website updates,
event planning, research, etc.).
Internship Contact: Monica Rhodes, Programs Director
monica@southmainalliance.org
Ph 713-790-1020
_______________________________________________________________________________
Star of Hope
Star of Hope is a Christ-centered community dedicated to meeting the
needs of homeless men, women and their children.
Randall Tabor, Executive Director
www.sohmission.org Ph 713-748-0700
6897 Ardmore , Houston, TX 77054
Internship Position Available:
Summer Activities Intern [Children/Youth Assistance]
Assist with the development, implementation and supervision of all the
spiritual, educational and recreational activities for the children
attending the summer program.
Internship Contact: Gabriela Kocian, Manager of Children's
Services
gkocian@sohmission.org Ph
713-748-0700
_______________________________________________________________________________
Ten Thousand Villages
To provide vital fair income to struggling artisans in developing (Third
World) countries by selling their handcrafted items and telling their
stories in North America
Joanna Becker, Executive Director
www.villageshouston.org
Ph 713-533-1000
2424A Rice Blvd , Houston, TX 77025
Internship Position Available:
Student Intern/Marketing Associate [PR / Marketing]
Tasks include: Customer service, volunteer recruitment, project management,
event planning, presentation to Board.
Internship Contact: Cassandra Martin, Store Manager
store@tenthousandvillageshouston.org
Ph 713-533-1000
_______________________________________________________________________________
Theatre Under the Stars
To enrich life through the experience of world class musical theatre
and to positively impact lives beyond the stage through innovative education
and community outreach initiatives
John Breckenridge, Executive Director
www.tuts.com Ph 713-558-2600
800 Bagby Suite 200, Houston, TX 77002
Internship Position Available:
Associate, Marketing [PR / Marketing]
Research, design and implement an online Educational Study Guide program
to be utilized by schools throughout Greater Houston.
Internship Contact: Mandi Hunsicker-Sallee, Associate
Director of Marketing
mandi@tuts.com Ph 713-558-2600
_______________________________________________________________________________
United Cerebral Palsy
Life without limits for people with all types of disabilities
Elise Hough, Executive Director
www.ucphouston.org Ph 713-838-9050
4500 Bissonnet Suite 340, Houston, TX 77401
Internship Position Available:
Camp Buckaroo and Camp Smiles Coordinator [Children/Youth Assistance]
Plan and implement summer camps for children with disabilities.
Internship Contact: Erin Hauder, Camp Director
ehauder@ucphouston.org Ph
713-838-9050
_______________________________________________________________________________
United Way of Greater Houston
To increase the organized capacity of people to care for themselves
and others and to mobilize our community to make lasting improvements
in critical social needs areas.
Anna Babin, Executive Director
www.unitedwayhouston.org
Ph 713-685-2814
50 Waugh Drive , Houston, TX 77007
Internship Position Available:
Donor Relations Program Intern [Development/Special Events]
Tasks include: new development research, data integrity and special
event activities
Internship Contact: Wendy Johnson, Sr. Director, Human
Resources
wjohnson@unitedwayhouston.org
Ph 713-685-2814
_______________________________________________________________________________
Volunteer Houston
To engage more people and resources more effectively in volunteer service
to help solve serious social problems
Carrie Moffitt, Executive Director
www.volunteerhouston.org
Ph 713-965-0031
3033 Chimney Rock Suite 460, Houston, TX 77056
Internship Position Available:
Community Summer Jobs Program Coordinator [Program Management]
Coordinate corporate-sponsored internship program for 65 college students
(event planning, program management, communications)
Internship Contact: Matt Rosine, Program Manager
mattr@volunteerhouston.org
Ph 713-965-0031
_______________________________________________________________________________
Weather Research Center
WRC advances the science of weather and the knowledge of the weather’s
impact on the global community through research, prediction, and education,
in order to inspire America’s next generation of scientists and
engineers
Jill Hasling, Executive Director
www.wxresearch.org Ph 713-529-3076
5104 Caroline Street , Houston, TX 77004
Internship Position Available:
Weather Camp Director [Education/Instruction]
Organize and teach WRC Weather Camp, as well as develop new topics and
curriculum.
Internship Contact: Maureen Maiuri, Meteorologist /
Museum Coordinator
wrc@wxresearch.org Ph 713-529-3076
_______________________________________________________________________________
Workshop Houston
To build the foundations for empowered communities through creative
and enriching activities for youth. Workshop Houston's programs are
based in shops which provide a variety of artistic, technical and academic
resources while also developing dynamic collaborative processes that
create an environment in which youth explore new knowledge and power
on their own terms.
Seth Capron, Executive Director
www.workshophouston.org
Ph 713-807-7911
3615 Sauer Street , Houston, TX 77004
Internship Position Available:
Summer Program Intern [Children/Youth Assistance]
Assist in the day-to-day running of Workshop Houston's summer programming.
Internship Contact: Benjamin Mason, Program Coordinator
benjy@workshophouston.org
Ph 713-807-7911