Data Entry Intern

Organization:

Target Hunger

Site Supervisor: Klarisa Perales

Organization Address:

1260 Shotwell St. Houston, TX 77020

Organization Description:

The mission of Target Hunger is to alleviate hunger and its root causes in the Houston neighborhoods we serve. Our vision is a Houston where no one goes hungry, and everyone can provide food for themselves and their families. Target Hunger is on the front lines of hunger every day through its food distribution system that includes multiple food pantries, educational food fairs, an extensive home delivery program, summer break food programs for children, mobile distribution sites, a growing community partner program, emergency food assistance, and two gardens. Target Hunger is one of Houston’s largest non-profit organizations providing direct food assistance to food insecure children, families, and seniors who face the risk of going hungry every day. In 2021, Target Hunger distributed food to nearly 17,000 unduplicated individuals. From March 2020 through June 2021, our operations shifted to ensure the safety of clients, staff, and volunteers during the peak of the pandemic. We served more than 107,000 individuals during this timeframe.

Primary Function:

The Data Entry Intern is responsible for client data accuracy as it pertains to client files through the Apricot Database system and maintenance of client files within Target Hunger’s food programs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Input of client applications into the Apricot Database system

  • Proper scanning and filing of applications through the Apricot Database system

  • Updating client folders to reflect services rendered

  • Maintenance of client files according to USDA and TEFAP guidelines

  • Report generation within the Apricot Database system

  • Other duties may be assigned

Preferred qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Some social service or client service experience preferred

  • Knowledge of basic office equipment including but not limited to, fax machine, telephone, copier, printer and personal computer/data base systems

Number of available positions: 1

Hours expected to work each week: 20