Program and Operations Intern Summer 2025

Help connect LGBTQ+ people with life-saving, verified resources!

Submit your application here for consideration. See details below.

About InReach

We are InReach, a trans-led tech nonprofit building the world’s first open source verified LGBTQ+ resource platform. InReach is available on web (desktop and mobile), native iOS, and Android. Our vision is to ensure every trans and queer person has on-demand access to the safe resources they need to thrive. Over 420,000 people have used InReach to access verified LGBTQ+ resources.

About the Role

Program & Operations Interns will work directly with InReach’s Managing Director to support day-to-day operations, including app support community outreach, fundraising, and running our Young Professionals Board (YPB) program. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit operations while helping expand a life-saving platform built for the diverse LGBTQ+ community.

Internship Details

• Summer 2025 Dates: Monday, June 2 – Friday, August 8, 2025
• Required hours per week: 15 (*interns can select their own hours–Monday through Friday–based on their schedule/time zone; all interns will use InReach's volunteer management system to log their hours for accountability)
• Location: Fully remote (from anywhere in the United States, Canada or Mexico)
• Compensation: Unpaid (InReach staff can assist with academic credit if applicable—please indicate this in your application.)

App Support Community Outreach

• Represent InReach in introductory calls and platform demo meetings with LGBTQ+ centers, public libraries, and other direct service providers and community organizations.
• Conduct online research to identify new affirming direct service providers to suggest for inclusion on the free InReach platform (suggestions will then be independently verified by InReach’s Resource Team).
• Distribute InReach marketing materials in-person and/or online to increase awareness.
• Identify and reach out to related websites to secure new link referrals to improve InReach’s search engine optimization (SEO).

Young Professionals Board (YPB) Program

• Support the management and growth of the YPB program by developing new materials and programming to enhance the experience of YPB members and program advisors.
• Meet with YPB members and advisors to gather feedback, evaluate performance, and ensure the program continues to grow and meet participant needs.
• Create marketing materials and social media content to promote the YPB program.

Fundraising

• Research and identify new foundation grants and corporate partnership opportunities for InReach.
• Assist in planning and executing peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns to expand individual donor engagement.
• Draft email campaigns (using MailChimp) featuring key updates and calls to action to keep supporters informed and engaged.

• Pursuing or have obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• Reliable access to a computer and internet connection.
• Available for 15 hours per week (Monday–Friday).
• Passionate about LGBTQ+ rights and eager to learn.
• Experience in program management, fundraising, community outreach, and/or digital marketing is a plus.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment using tools like G Suite, POINT (volunteer management platform for tracking hours), Discord, and Zoom.

• Virtual Training → Deepen your understanding of LGBTQ+ rights and the vast intersectionality present within the diverse LGBTQ+ community.
• Real-World Impact → Contribute to helping LGBTQ+ people facing discrimination and persecution access verified, affirming services nationwide.
• Networking Opportunities → Collaborate with passionate LGBTQ+ and allied young professionals and mentors through the YPB Program.
• Professional Development → Gain hands-on experience in program/project management, community outreach, digital marketing, and nonprofit operations.
• Academic Credit → Need academic credit? Let us know, and we’ll work with you to make it happen.
• Letter of Reference → Upon successful completion, interns will be eligible for a letter of recommendation to support their career journey.