"Girls on the Run reaches girls at a critical stage, strengthening their confidence at a time when society begins to tell them they can’t. Underscoring the important connection between physical and emotional health, our program addresses the whole girl when she needs it the most."(sourced from girlsontherun.org)
Interns support GOTR with their youth development programs through social media messaging, coaches materials and attending youth practices and events. Interns work directly with the WesternMass branch directors and help with the non-profit office management.
Organizing coach gifts and boxes
Opportunities to train to be a Youth Coach
Digital Filing and Organization
Creating Coach T-shirts
Read/Proofread Newsletters
Writing birthday & thank you cards
Managing Coach Database
Social Media Messaging (Instagram/Facebook)
Research GOTR Empowerment Curriculum
Attending team practice & events at local elementary schools
Learn about sponsors, fundraising and marketing
Internship Site
Service Learning Collaborator
Organization Skills
Project Management
Leadership and Mentoring
Supports Girls Empowerment Messaging and Curriculum
Safety in Athletics
Understanding of Self-Esteem and Healthy Habits
Education and Human Development
Non-Profit Management
Social Media Promotion is an important outreach tool for GOTR.
Intern, Ella Moreau ('21), spent time creating and posting Instagram messages for their Spring 2020 virtual event.