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Volunteers of all backgrounds come to La Coalición to make a difference in the community. We offer various volunteer and internship positions in areas such as: Advocacy, Human Services, Information and Referrals, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Immigration, Adult ESL Education, and Cultural Events. Our volunteers are highly valued and frequently describe their work as personally rewarding.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out and send us a volunteer application or contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Bonnie Carter, at bcarter@latinamericancoalition.org or 704-941-6735 for more information.
Current Volunteer Needs
Administrative Assistant
2-10 hours/week
Volunteers are needed to help us with all administrative tasks. This position would be a perfect match for students or professionals who enjoy organizational activities. Unless volunteer or intern expresses an interest in a specific program, he/she will float between programs to provide administrative support.
Bilingual Story Time Assistant
Hrs/Week: 2.5
Volunteer will work directly with the Bilingual Outreach Coordinator from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Library and the Resource Center Coordinator from the Latin American Coalition to conduct a weekly bilingual storytime called “Conexiones que Cuentan.” Each session is meant to engage Spanish speaking families in a fun and energetic learning environment while promoting early literacy, and strengthening the connection between parents and their young children. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Social Work, Education, Human Services, Latin American Studies, or Spanish.
Client Satisfaction Survey Assistant
Hrs/Week: 2.5
Volunteer will work directly with the Resource Center Coordinator to conduct satisfaction surveys to clientele who have received services from the Latin American Coalition. The client satisfaction survey is designed to improve the programs and services of the Coalition. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Social Work, Human Services, Latin American Studies, or Spanish.
ESL Summer Tutor
June 3 - August 9
Assist adult English language learners with specific questions or areas they would like to work on. Tutors report directly to the ESL Coordinator. Previous experience teaching is helpful, but not required. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Education, ESL Instruction, Spanish, Sociology, Social Work, English, or Adult Education.
Executive Assistant (Internship)
Hrs/Week: 20 (Available starting May 2013)
This dynamic position supports the Coalition’s Executive Director and Development Coordinator by providing project management and administrative support. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Community Development, or Organizational Studies.
Fanta Festival
June 9, 2013
The Latin American Coalition and Coca-Cola have partnered once again to present the region’s largest, most exciting celebration, the 6th annual Fanta Festival. The festival features internationally known and local Regional Mexican music acts, traditional folkloric dancing, tasty authentic foods, a marketplace full of assorted cultural goods, a free soccer clinic for children 6 – 12 years old, the McDonald’s Kid Zone, the Coca-Cola Fun Zone, a non-profit and small business area, and loads of interactive games for the whole family to enjoy.
Volunteers are needed to help with various tasks throughout the day.
Immigrant Rights Program Assistant
Hrs/Week: 12-15 (Available starting August 2013)
Provide general administrative support to the Immigration Rights Program. This position is not a substitute for paralegal training. Volunteer reports directly to Program Director. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Public Law, Political Science, International Studies, Paralegal, or Latin American Studies.
Law Student/Paralegal (Internship)
Hrs/Week: 12-15 (Available starting August 2013)
Assist BIA Accredited Representative with a range of immigration related cases including: family based petitions and applications, motions, waivers, TPS, asylum, NACARA, VAWA, U and T Visas, and related services. Excellent opportunity to gain critical practical and substantive skills in the field of immigration law, become knowledgeable in issues related to detention and deportation, and assist in development of comprehensive immigrant rights program. Interns will have direct interaction with clients through every phase of the case life-cycle. This position will be ideal for second and third year law students.
Naturalization Workshop Assistant
April 6, 2013
This free workshop is designed to give perspective naturalization applicants eligibility pre-screening, in-depth information about the process and interview, assistance with completing and documenting the Application for Naturalization (N-400 form), legal review of applications by an attorney or a Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) Accredited Representative, referrals for complex cases, and information regarding local civics, history, and English classes.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) volunteers are needed to assist clients with completing online and paper forms. Those who do not speak Spanish can assist with other areas of the workshop.
VOLUNTEERS MUST BE 16 OR OLDER!
**UPDATE 04/03: APRIL 6TH WORKSHOP IS FULL. Check back next month.
Neighbor to Neighbor Assistant
Hrs/Week: 4-8
The main function of this volunteer or intern is to take on the role of “co-investigator” with our clients. This may include assisting clients with questions regarding the use of computers, internet, or windows, and looking up general information. Volunteer/intern must commit to at least three months and reports directly to the Resource Center Manager. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Computer Science, Spanish, Adult Education, or Social Work.
Resource Center Assistant (Internship)
Hrs/Week: 10 (Available starting August 2013)
The Resource Center is the first point of contact the Latin American Coalition has with all of its clients. It is the central hub of the organization, connecting Latino families to the resources available in the community. The main role of the intern is to assist with providing services to clients by registering walk-ins, answering phone calls, providing information in a timely manner, updating information resources, and conducting further research on specific projects. Intern will report directly to the Resource Center Manager and Resource Center Coordinator. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Social Work, Education, International Studies, Human Services, Spanish, or Latin American Studies.
SAT Workshop Assistant
Hrs/Week: 3-5 (Available starting June 2013)
Teachers, current college students, or other SAT “experts” are needed to conduct weekly SAT prep sessions for aspiring college students. Weekly workshops should focus on building skills in math or English. All students attending the workshops are members of College Access Para Todos. College Access Para Todos (CAPT) is an initiative of the Latin American Coalition’s youth group, United 4 the DREAM, that focuses on educating Latino and immigrant youth about their options for higher education. CAPT works to make sure that all students, regardless of immigration status, are able to go to college.Volunteer must commit to at least three months and have Wednesday evening availability. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: English, Mathematics, or Education.
**Update 04/17/13: The English skills portion has been filled. We are currently looking for a volunteer to conduct the math skills portion.
Volunteer Services Assistant
Hrs/Week: 8-10
The Volunteer Services Program supports LAC’s staff and the mission of the organization. Volunteer or intern reports to Volunteer Coordinator. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Nonprofit Management, Human Resources Management, Public Affairs, or Latin American Studies.
Women's Advocate
Hrs/Week: Must be on call
Women’s Advocates are court advocates that act as part of a support system for female victims of domestic violence. Volunteers should be available on an “on call” basis and would report directly to the Resource Center Manager. This position would be ideal for students or professionals in the following fields: Social Work, Education, Women’s and Gender Studies, Human Services, Latin American Studies, or Spanish.
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