{"uuid":"ada99b8f-0c0c-4f6c-8a35-ad04b4080d59","applyUrl":"https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/PassionForLifeInc/744000154176669-career-coach-internship-atlanta-ga-","jobAdLanguageCode":"en","jobTitle":"Career Coach Internship (Atlanta, GA)","jobAdLocation":"GA-400, Atlanta, GA, USA","employmentType":"Part-time","jobFields":[],"content":{"sections":{"companyDescription":{"title":"Company Description","text":"<p><strong>What we do</strong></p><p>Passion for Life is a non for profit organization that operates with the power of dedicated volunteers like you. We help under-resourced youth transform their passions into rewarding careers.&#xa0;</p><p>Our mission is to provide forward-thinking career coaching and immersion opportunities driven by the student’s passions and talents in a fun, structured, and high-energy environment. Passion for Life was created to be a high-energy and engaging process that helps students identify their passions and gain clarity on how to utilize their core strengths and talents to select a career.&#xa0;</p>"},"jobDescription":{"title":"Job Description","text":"<p><strong>Who you are</strong></p><p>This impactful role involves guiding middle and high school students through self-discovery exercises, career exploration, and goal setting to help them realize their potential. As a Career Coach, you will guide in-person workshops and group coaching sessions, using an interactive and engaging approach to inspire students to define and pursue their career aspirations.</p><p>This role is ideal for individuals passionate about guiding youth and helping students unlock their potential. We are looking for a diverse group of Career Coaches who can work with youth/teenagers, go through our training program and inspire students to find their passion/purpose.&#xa0;</p><p>Term limit:&#xa0;detailed training is provided, <strong>4-month unpaid internship position that fully meets requirements for school credits/ certifications with hands on experience provided</strong>&#xa0;(including projects, hours requirements, hands on experience and all paperwork that goes with it). Can be extendable on mutual agreement.</p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><u>Career Guidance and Goal Setting:</u>&#xa0;Assist students in identifying personal interests, strengths, and career goals, helping them to create personalized career development plans and set SMART goals.</li><li><u>Facilitating School-based Programming:</u>&#xa0;Lead high-energy, interactive group sessions based on a structured workshop script to engage students in self-discovery and career planning.</li><li><u>Student Progress Monitoring:</u>&#xa0;Track and evaluate students’ progress by documenting individual needs, goals, and action steps after each session to ensure continuous development.</li><li><u>Advising on Career Pathways:</u>&#xa0;Use assessments to help students evaluate their aptitudes and interests and advise them on relevant educational and career pathways.</li><li><u>Building Resilience and Personal Development:</u>&#xa0;Support students in developing resilience and a growth mindset, preparing them to overcome challenges they may face in achieving their career goals.</li></ul><p>&#xa0;</p>"},"qualifications":{"title":"Qualifications","text":"<p><strong>Required Skills</strong></p><ul><li><u>Active Listening:</u>&#xa0;Demonstrates excellent listening skills, fully attending to students’ comments and questions to foster a supportive environment.</li><li><u>Interpersonal and Communication Skills:</u>&#xa0;Exhibits strong verbal and written communication abilities, facilitating precise, effective interactions with individuals and groups.</li><li><u>Empathy and Patience:</u>&#xa0;Works effectively with a diverse student population, showing deep empathy, patience, and understanding for students from various socioeconomic backgrounds.</li><li><u>Organizational Skills:</u>&#xa0;Manages multiple responsibilities with strong organizational skills, ensuring each session is well-structured and impactful.</li><li><u>Rapport Building:</u>&#xa0;Naturally builds trust and rapport, helping students feel valued, supported, and confident in their potential.</li><li><u>Positive Outlook and Motivation:</u>&#xa0;Brings an optimistic attitude and encourages students to reach their full potential, inspiring confidence and resilience.</li><li><u>Assertiveness and Decision-Making:</u>&#xa0;Shows confidence in guiding sessions and making timely decisions, following established procedures to support student progress.</li><li><u>Diversity-Oriented:</u>&#xa0;Embraces and respects diversity, working inclusively with students of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds.</li><li><u>Energetic and Enthusiastic:</u>&#xa0;Maintains high energy and enthusiasm in every session, making the career exploration process engaging and exciting for students.</li><li><u>Integrity and Trustworthiness:</u>&#xa0;Upholds honesty and integrity, establishing credibility and trust in all interactions.</li><li><u>Team Building:</u>&#xa0;Encourages collaborative efforts among students, helping them work together toward shared goals.</li><li><u>Self-motivation and Independence:</u>&#xa0;Manages tasks effectively and works autonomously without direct supervision.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><p><strong>Participation and Availability</strong></p><ul><li><u><strong>Weekly at school coaching</strong>:&#xa0;</u>Must be able to present 1-2 times a week at a designated school location for several hours. <strong>Weekly commitment of 10 hours total.</strong></li><li><u>Training:</u>&#xa0;Weekly in-person training is provided to guide through the program. All hours are eligible for ceritification and school credits.</li><li>Friendly and approachable demeanor with a solid commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment.</li><li>Must be able to pass a background check.</li></ul><p>Location and Work Authorization</p><ul><li>Candidates&#xa0;must be based in Atlanta, Georgia&#xa0;and have legal authorization to work or study in U.S.</li></ul>"},"additionalInformation":{"title":"Additional Information","text":"<p>Ideal for students/volunteers with Coaching, Counselling, Teaching, Behaviour Therapy, Training, Summer Camps and similar experiences.</p><p>&#xa0;</p>"}}},"company":{"name":"Passion for Life, Inc."},"isApplyAvailable":true,"postedDate":"2026-10-07T18:53:51.036Z"}