Volunteer, Programs, & Operations Internships [PAID, PART-TIME, HYBRID]

Who Are We?

Young Storytellers sparks creative self-discovery through storytelling. Our programs highlight young people as the center of their own narratives, emphasize that their stories matter, and celebrate their unique voices as the ones telling them. Young Storytellers works towards a future where young people experience the impact that their thoughts, feelings, and words can have on the world in which they live.

Young Storytellers works with students in elementary, middle, and high school. In elementary school, students write scripts that are completely their own; in middle school, students write stories about challenges that they face; and in high school, students explore how various communities are portrayed in the media and craft stories that they feel represent their self-identified communities. Students in each program work with volunteer mentors, and every student gets to see their work performed by professional actors. Young Storytellers programs are designed around Common Core standards, integrate Social and Emotional Learning activities, and include components of Learning for Justice’s Social Justice Standards.

What are the internships?

Are you passionate about storytelling, community, and making a real impact? As an intern at Young Storytellers, you'll be at the core of everything we do!

Our teams bring together an incredible mix of creatives—actors, writers, educators, and changemakers—who are eager to uplift young voices through the power of story. You’ll work side by side with one of our teams recruit, train, or be behind-the-scenes supporting our staff in one of our three open internship positions.

Young Storytellers works with elementary, middle, and high school programs across LA—especially in our growing South East LA schools. You'll gain hands-on experience with outreach strategies, organizing events, and overall learning more about a unique and creative arts/education non-profit that's been doing incredible work for over 26 years!

But most importantly, you’ll help create a welcoming, inclusive space where our volunteers, staff, and community members feel supported, prepared, and excited to connect with the next generation of young storytellers.

All YS interns are encouraged to explore and bring to life our values of belonging, connection, exploration, play, antiracism, and equity in everything they do. If you're looking to build your skills, grow your network, and make a difference—this is the internship for you!

Cool, But Let’s Get Specific. What are the internships?

Click on the following links to view each internship's description. Can't pick one? Apply to all three! (Seriously!!!)

• Volunteer Support Intern (part of the LACAC 2025 partnership)
• Programs Support Intern (part of the LACAC 2025 partnership)
• Operations Support Intern (only funded by Young Storytellers)

What Are The Skills & Experiences Needed For These Internships?

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Good time management skills;
• Experience with Google Suite, preferred;
• The ability to handle sensitive personal information with integrity;
• Knowledge of or interest in the nonprofit and/or education sector is preferred;
• A willingness to learn and grow.

What Skills Will I Build as an Intern at Young Storytellers?

• Organization and communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Facilitation and public speaking skills;
• An understanding of how a volunteer program is managed;
• An understanding of nonprofit culture;
• How to integrate equity and antiracism into a social services organization;
• Confidence in working independently and as a team member.

What Are the Details for This Position?

These internships (with the exception of the Operations Internship) are provided as a part of the Los Angeles County Arts & Culture (LACAC) Arts Internship Program. Please note that only currently-enrolled college students (2 or 4-year undergraduate and community college students) who reside or attend college in Los Angeles County are eligible for LACAC positions. Young Storytellers LACAC Interns will begin in September 2025 and will work 400 hours before March 1, 2026 with an average of 16-20 hours per week. LACAC Interns will be paid $17.28/hour for the 400 hours worked. The Young Storytellers team operates on a hybrid work schedule with some days remote and some days in-office in DTLA; we ask that our interns join us in-office at least two times a week.

• You can find more information on the LACAC Arts Internship Program here: https://www.lacountyarts.org/opportunities/arts-internship-program-students/about-arts-internship-program-students

Ok, I’m In. How Do I Apply?

To apply, please visit https://young-storytellers.breezy.hr/ to fill out an application and select the role(s) you'd like to apply. Be prepared to upload the following in PDF form:

• Resume / CV;
• A brief statement or cover letter that includes why you are interested in working with Young Storytellers and this position in particular.

Anything Else I Should Know?

Young Storytellers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Belonging is a core value of the Young Storytellers culture, and our daily practices around equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-bias, antidiscrimination, and antiracism are central to that value. Young Storytellers firmly believes that Black Lives Matter. We encourage women and gender diverse people, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, immigrants, and anyone with a disability to apply for this and all our positions. Young Storytellers has designed our interview, onboarding, and ongoing cultural practices to be a welcoming space for everyone. You can read more about our worldview on our website.

For any questions or accommodations while applying due to a disability, please email us at jobs@youngstorytellers.com.