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Community Engagement & Research Intern - Job Summary
Serve as a link between the app development team and foster youth by leading outreach, building trust, and ensuring youth voices shape the FosterPower PA app.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and host lived-experience learning communities for youth with foster care backgrounds.
- Develop and execute statewide recruitment strategies for community groups and beta testing.
- Engage with peer organizations, social workers, and child welfare professionals to expand app community networks.
- Collect and communicate user feedback to guide app development.
- Provide app demonstrations and outreach to professionals and youth through presentations and panels.
Requirements
- Former foster youth with at least two years out of the dependency system.
- Must be over 21 years of age.
- Preferred high school diploma or GED; college enrollment or experience is a plus.
- Strong leadership and teamwork skills; group facilitation experience is advantageous.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills adaptable to diverse audiences.
- Ability to work respectfully with diverse populations.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and willing to learn data collaboration.
- Spanish language skills preferred but not required.
- Willingness to complete job and advocacy training.
- Must complete child abuse clearances and background checks.
- Ability to work in a hybrid setting and travel within Philadelphia.
Education
High School Diploma or GED preferred; some college experience a plus
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About Defender Association of Philadelphia
siteThe Defender Association of Philadelphia is a mission-driven organization with over 500 staff, providing high-quality legal defense to all regardless of income, focusing on fairness and community safety.
What Our Employees Say
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of low-income clients and promote social justice. (www.philadefender.org)
- Comprehensive training, mentorship, and professional development programs for new attorneys and staff. (www.philadefender.org)
- Collaborative and supportive team environment that emphasizes advocacy and client-centered representation. (www.indeed.com)
Challenges You Might Face
- High caseloads and demanding workload can lead to long hours and burnout. (www.glassdoor.com)
- Salaries may be lower compared to private sector legal jobs, especially early in one's career. (www.indeed.com)
- Emotional challenges and stress related to handling difficult criminal cases and systemic barriers. (www.indeed.com)