Nonprofit Operations and Administration Intern

Read Better Be Better

READ BETTER BE BETTER

Read Better Be Better's mission is to connect young readers and youth leaders to inspire a love of literacy and leadership.

Read Better Be Better envisions a world in which empowered communities demand equitable access to foundational skills.

RBBB is an education nonprofit addressing Arizona's literacy crisis. We connect young readers and youth leaders to inspire a love of literacy and leadership. Interns join a mission-driven, collaborative team and contribute meaningfully to programs that make a real impact.

The RBBB Operations & Administrative Intern will work under the supervision of the Administrative & Operations Manager to complete projects related to inventory management, volunteer management, room organizing efficiencies, and more. In addition to assigned tasks, the Operations and Administration Intern will be given the opportunity to take on tasks that are of personal interest, dependent upon the needs of the Operations Department and the organization.

Summer 2026 Applications now being accepted.

Operations and Administrative Intern

Operations Department

Administrative & Operations Manager

A weekly commitment of 8-15 hours is required. Interns will be expected to commit to a set schedule within RBBB's main office hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

January (for spring);
May (for summer);
August (for fall)

Internship positions are meant to be short-term and based around academic semesters and last for 3-4 months. We offer:
Spring, Summer and Fall positions.

Office (in-person)

This internship is unpaid. Read Better Be Better is fully committed to providing eligible interns with all documentation necessary for them to receive course credit for their time with the organization, if they wish to do so.

• Provide support for administrative functions, including but not limited to:
  • Perform various office administrative support duties, including handling mail, answering phones, filing, and word processing
• Provide support for the organization's volunteer management, including but not limited to:
  • Schedule availability with volunteers and in-office needs
  • Welcome and set up incoming volunteers for needed tasks
  • Help organize the office spaces for volunteer events and tasks
  • Research and connect with possible volunteer, corporate, and community organizations for larger volunteer needs
• Provide support for inventory and supply management:
  • Help support the supply requests
  • Help manage inventory
  • Receive incoming office and Program supply deliveries and communicate with the Operations Manager for inventory updates
• Assist with facilities management
• Design and complete projects based on personal interest and organizational need
• Perform other general Operations Department duties as assigned

• Read Better Be Better has an exciting opportunity available for aspiring operations and administrative professionals!

• Detail-oriented and focused
• Punctual, reliable and responsible
• Problem-solver
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Interest in and passion for the Read Better Be Better vision and mission
• Interest in operations and administration in the nonprofit sector
• A positive attitude
• Willingness to conduct themselves in accordance with organizational values
• Willingness to seek opportunities to develop and grow the Read Better Be Better vision and mission within the community
• Computer skills
• High school diploma or equivalent

• Enrollment in/having a relevant degree program preferred (i.e. business administration, nonprofit management, etc.)
• Ability to manage large sets of data and manage time
• Understanding of the following platforms and applications:
  Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint), Salesforce, and Slack

• Applications are submitted via the online internship portal.

• Make a Positive Impact:
  Contribute to a nonprofit dedicated to education equity and empowering young leaders in our community.
• Learn and Grow:
  Gain meaningful, hands-on experience with real projects while receiving guidance, feedback, and mentorship from RBBB staff.
• Professional Development:
  Build transferable skills in communication, teamwork, and leadership while exploring career pathways in nonprofit and community-based work.
• Resume Ready:
  Strengthen your portfolio with projects and tools relevant to your field, preparing you for future opportunities.
• Collaborative Culture:
  Join a team that values kindness, excellence, and creating positive change together.

"I feel like it's a good way to give back to the community. And, while you're giving back, you also learn a lot professionally." - College Student/Former RBBB…