Step-Up Volunteers Needed!

Step Up Volunteers are needed! These individuals would assist with Orientation/Onboarding/Professional Development Days throughout the year. (Mostly March-August on the dates & shifts they choose)

What is the Step-Up Program? PPL's Step-Up Foundations Program connects young people ages 14-21 to paid internship and career readiness experiences every summer. Our in-person events help to ensure young people are completing the necessary requirements for landing a summer internship experience. Foundations' interns are matched to non-profit, government and community-based organizations; the wages young people earn are paid by the City of Minneapolis. PPL assists Foundations with intern matching support, employer engagement and continuous training and professional development opportunities.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

• Assist with setting up tables and organizing any materials for the day
• Greet & check in participants/staff in a friendly and welcoming manner
• Guide participants to their next steps
• Some volunteers may be "Floaters" meaning they will assist randomly with tasks throughout the shift
• Information/form collection
• Assist with clean-up if applicable

Volunteer Qualifications:

• Friendly, welcoming, and non-judgmental attitude
• Willingness to assist a diverse population of residents
• Experience working with families from varied backgrounds or those who have experienced trauma is a plus
• Respect for privacy requirements when dealing with personal information and registering participants
• Ages 18+

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry 10 lbs.
• Comfortable with bending, standing, and being active throughout the shift

Training:

• Onsite training will be provided on your first day
• Volunteers will be required to review the volunteer handbook in advance (including photo release and liability waiver) (Volunteer Program Manager will ensure you have this before your first shift)