Get Involved
There are several ways to get involved. You can support the CNNC through financial and/or item-specific donations, apply for internship, join AmeriCorps, or become an interpreter. Click on the following links for more information about each opportunity.
Volunteer at CNNC
The Center for New North Carolinians relies on volunteers from all walks of life to help serve our local immigrant and refugee families. Volunteering with the CNNC is a great way to serve others while building bridges between new and existing communities in the Greensboro area.
For questions or to volunteer, contact the Volunteer and Intern Coordinator, Hoda Abdelfattah at [email protected], or fill out the application linked below.
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:
- Communicate with a multicultural population
- Increase cultural competence
- Increase foreign language skills
- Network with professionals and other agencies across Guilford County
- Enhance resume with volunteer experience
- Professional development opportunities
Our community centers are located in immigrant and refugee neighborhoods where we are able to offer a variety of programs and services including youth programs, employment classes, case management, cultural brokering, advocacy, and more.
Volunteer Tutor Responsibilities:
- Providing one-on-one and/or group tutoring to immigrant and refugee children (K-12) .
- Participating in activities that build positive relationships with the kids
Qualifications:
- Cultural humility and an appreciation for diverse backgrounds
- Empathy and patience
Tutoring Program Schedule
- Oakwood Forest Community Center: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 2:30 – 5:30 pm
- Community Enrichment Center: Monday – Thursday: 3:00 – 6:00 pm
Volunteers have the flexibility to select the days that fit their schedules, but they should commit to the entire session for the day they select. A training will be provided before starting volunteering.
Thriving at Three assures that Latinx immigrant children in Greensboro have a positive and strong foundation from birth to three years old. The program delivers long-term at-home services to at-risk families until the child’s third year partnering with the parents to provide direct intervention, parenting education, group meetings, case management, referrals, and care coordination.
Volunteers Responsibilities:
- Oversee and engage in activities with young Latinx children, aged three and under. Training will be provided before stating volunteering.
Qualifications:
- Cultural humility and an appreciation for Hispanic and Latinx culture
- Empathy and patience
Program Schedule and location:
- Activities are held every Thursday from 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
- Location:
Guilford College United Methodist Church
1205 Fleming Rd
Greensboro, NC 27410
Our community centers are located in immigrant and refugee neighborhoods where we are able to offer a variety of programs and services including youth programs, employment classes, case management, cultural brokering, advocacy, and more. The CNNC’s food pantry goal is to promote access and integration to food resources available for the immigrant and refugee community.
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- Assist staff in picking up food from the designated location.
- Load food boxes from the pickup location into the van.
- Unload the food boxes at the Oakwood Forest Community Center.
Qualifications:
- Cultural humility and an appreciation for diverse backgrounds
- Able to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 30 pounds
Schedule and Location:
- The volunteer schedule may vary each week, depending on available food pick-up times. Volunteers will be notified of the food pickup time two weeks in advance.
- Note: Volunteers can park in the free two-hour parking behind our office and will ride with a staff member in the van for food pickup and unloading.
Student Internships
Student interns are an essential component of our success at the Center for New North Carolinians. Coming from different paths of life, their personalities, skills, and expertise give a breath of fresh air into the CNNC’s programming.
The CNNC is a great agency to complete an internship given the variety of programs offered and the extensive opportunity for growth. Here are a few of the benefits of working with us:
- Gain valuable skills in a variety of fields, such as social work, education, global studies, and public health
- Apply knowledge from your classwork in real-world scenarios
- Meet and work with other professionals and engage with agencies across Guilford County
- Ability to increase foreign language skills
- Work with newcomer populations and work with a multicultural team
- Learn about the experience immigrant and refugee communities have in their new home
How to Apply
The internship application for the Summer and Fall of 2024 is now open. The deadline for Summer Internship applications is March 31st and Fall Internship applications is April 30th. We will be reviewing all applications and conducting interviews in April, and we will be in touch if your qualifications match our needs. Fall internship interviews will take place in May.
This is a one-semester internship and interested applicants can apply for the Summer or Fall of 2024. If applicants are interested in completing the internship for the entire academic year (ex. Fall 2024-Spring 2025), please indicate that in the application.
The CNNC Internship program is available to undergraduate, graduate level students, and non-degree seeking individuals. Disciplines can include social work, public heath, early childhood development, sociology, and non-profit management. Students of all majors are encouraged to apply. Non-degree seeking individuals can apply for professional development internship experiences.
Interns may participate in a variety of activities depending on their skill level, educational goals, degree requirements, individual passions, and the CNNC program in which they are participating. Opportunities include micro and macro level experiences:
- Home visitation
- Facilitation of group sessions
- Case management
- Needs Assessments
- Case review during supervision sessions
- After school homework help and other youth social enrichment activities
- Accompany clients to health and human service appointments
- Introduction, navigation, and advocacy with clients of social services, health care, public schools
- Early childhood lesson planning
- Referrals to local agencies
- Interpretation
- Experience working with Interpreters
- Research projects
- Attend local and regional meetings of agencies working with immigrants & refugees
- Program planning and implementation
- Participation in grant writing
- Staff engagement
- Strategic planning of community events
- Fundraising/Development/Marketing
- BSW and MSW supervision sessions
No. Unfortunately, the CNNC does not currently have the funds to pay our interns. Additionally, we are not able to provide reimbursement for any miles driven for the program. Some programs do require interns to use their personal vehicles.
There is no standard number of hours or days for an internship at CNNC. Typically, interns work part-time with hours taking place during business hours, 9am to 5pm. Some CNNC programs have preferences for when interns work. The schedule is based on the number of contact hours required for academic credit, the schedule of programs and services the intern will be participating in, and the availability of the intern.
The CNNC accepts interns for fall, spring, and summer semesters. Applications are generally due in March for Summer and Fall semester internships and in October for Spring semester internships. We accept interns until we have met our capacity. We encourage applicants to apply early to ensure consideration for an internship.
Available Internships
Program: Community Centers
Responsibilities
Case Management
- Provide culturally sensitive case management services to immigrants and refugees
- Assess client needs, develop service plans, and connect clients to community resources
- Build relationships with clients and their families, promoting a sense of belonging and community integration
- Participate in home visits to identify clients’ needs
- Organize and distribute donations to needy immigrant and refugee families
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
- Assist in generating reports and assessments as required.
Youth Programming
- Assist in planning and implementing youth programs
- Facilitate activities and events for immigrant and refugee children
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and an appreciation for diverse backgrounds.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- We welcome applications from interns of all majors, but we prefer candidates from social work, sociology, or related human service fields.
- Proficiency in languages other than English is a plus.
Internship Location: in-person-within CNNC community centers
Work hours: We can be flexible with internship days based on hours that need to be completed and the student’s schedule. Interns must commit to serving time agreed upon during the interview process.
Program: Community Centers
Responsibilities
Youth Programming
- Assist in planning and implementing youth programs including the afterschool program
- Facilitate activities and events for immigrant and refugee children
- Serve as a liaison between schools and families and maintain communication with schools and parents regarding students’ academic performance and progress
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records
- Assist in generating reports and assessments as required
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Ability to connect with and support students in their homework who may face challenges due to language, learning differences, or personal circumstances
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and an appreciation for diverse backgrounds.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to commit to the program for at least one semester
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with youth, particularly in underserved or diverse communities.
- Proficiency in languages other than English is a plus.
Internship Location: in-person-within CNNC community centers
Work hours: We offer flexibility in scheduling internship days to accommodate both the required hours and the student’s availability. However, interns must commit to a minimum of one day per week. The youth program runs daily in the afternoon, with available shifts from 2:30-5:00 pm or 3:00 – 6:00 pm. Interns are expected to adhere to the schedule agreed upon during the interview process and maintain consistent attendance throughout their internship.
Program: Thriving at Three
Responsibilities
- Assisting the TAT Program Coordinator in the weekly sessions that educate Latino parents about their child’s developmental stages and enhance their parental skills
- Conducting home visits to implement developmental activities for children
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records
- Generating logs reports
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and an appreciation for the Hispanic and Latino culture.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- We welcome applications from interns of all majors, but we prefer candidates from early childhood education, children development, or related fields
- Proficiency in Spanish language is a plus
Internship Location: in-person
Work hours: We can be flexible with internship days/times based on hours that need to be completed and the student’s schedule. We can be flexible with internship days/times based on hours that need to be completed and the student’s schedule. However, the potential intern will be working during the CNNC working hours which are from 9am-5pm.
***Not Accepting Immigrant Health Case Worker Intern Applications for the Fall of 2024***
Program: Immigrant Health ACCESS Project
Responsibilities
Case Management
- Engaging with clients through regular community outreach
- Assisting with ACA and Orange Card enrollment and renewal
- Supporting clients in navigating the healthcare system via information and referrals
- Providing interpretation and sight translation for clients
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
- Assist in generating reports and assessments as required.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and an appreciation for diverse backgrounds.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Proficiency in languages other than English.
Preferred Qualifications
- We welcome applications from interns of all majors, but we prefer candidates from public health or related health fields.
Internship Location: Hybrid – minimum 3 hours/week in office
Work hours: We can be flexible with internship days and times based on hours that need to be completed and the student’s schedule. CNNC prefers at least 12 hrs/week, with a minimum of 3 hours in office during working hours 9am-5pm.
Program: CNNC Operations
Responsibilities
Content Creation
- Create engaging content for CNNC social media platforms in line with CNNC Brand guide, mission, vision, and values
- Collect and write up stories of impact from CNNC staff, program participants, and volunteers
- Work in cooperation with the Center Director to create a periodic e-newsletter
- Take pictures at CNNC programs and events
- Create videos to tell the story of the CNNC
External Communication:
- Create and disseminate periodic e-newsletter to CNNC supporters and partners.
- Contact with local business, service providers, and other partners on behalf of CNNC
- Participate in meetings regarding marketing and engagement strategy with CNNC Director, Fellows Assistant, and Volunteer Coordinator.
Qualifications
Required
- Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Competence with computer software and social media
Preferred
- Experience with Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator or other graphic design software
- Experience with running social media
Internship Location: Hybrid – minimum 3 hours/week in office
Work Hours: We can be flexible with internship days and times based on hours that need to be completed and the student’s schedule. CNNC prefers at least 12 hrs/week, with a minimum of 3 hours in office during working hours 9am-5pm