Founder’s Apprentice

CCC Leadership Development Internship Classy Chick Chat | Metro Detroit (Hybrid)

CCC Is Expanding Its Leadership Team — Seeking Our First Founder’s Apprentice

Classy Chick Chat is entering a new season of intentional growth and is expanding its internal leadership infrastructure.

We are now accepting applications for our Founder’s Apprentice, a selective 3-month leadership development internship designed for a college junior, senior, or recent graduate seeking real exposure to nonprofit leadership, executive operations, and organizational development.

This is not a general administrative internship.

This is direct proximity to a founder and hands-on experience supporting the operational backbone of a growing youth leadership organization.

Position Overview

The Founder’s Apprentice will work directly with the Founder & Executive Director to support:

• Organizational systems
  

• Executive scheduling
  

• Program operations
  

• Board governance preparation
  

• Event logistics coordination
  

• Internal workflow development
  

This role is ideal for someone interested in nonprofit leadership, entrepreneurship, executive operations, or organizational management.

Core Responsibilities

🔹 Executive & Operational Support

• Assist with calendar coordination and scheduling
  

• Draft and organize professional email communications
  

• Take meeting notes and prepare follow-up summaries
  

• Track deadlines related to grants, programs, and events
  

• Maintain internal task tracking systems
  

🔹 Systems & Infrastructure Development

• Organize and maintain Google Drive systems
  

• Create and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  

• Support workflow organization and task management processes
  

• Assist in developing internal tracking dashboards
  

🔹 Program & Event Operations

• Support planning logistics for CCC programs and events
  

• Manage checklists and vendor follow-ups
  

• Assist in creating event run-of-show documents
  

• Track RSVPs and participation data
  

• Support execution during in-person events as needed
  

🔹 Board & Governance Support

• Assist with preparing board meeting agendas and folders
  

• Track board action items
  

• Organize governance documents
  

• Maintain internal documentation systems
  

🔹 Impact & Data Organization

• Assist with tracking attendance and program metrics
  

• Organize data for reports and grant support
  

• Compile basic impact summaries when needed
  

What You’ll Gain

• Direct mentorship from the Founder & Executive Director
  

• Real-world nonprofit operations experience
  

• Exposure to board governance and executive decision-making
  

• Professional headshots
  

• Resume optimization session
  

• Free access to CCC events
  

• Transportation stipend provided upon successful completion
  

• Letter of recommendation based on performance
  

Internship Details

• 3-Month Term
  

• 10–12 Hours Per Week
  

• Hybrid (Remote + Metro Detroit In-Person Support)
  

• Weekly mentorship check-in
  

Ideal Candidate

• College junior, senior, or recent graduate
  

• Majoring in Business, Nonprofit Management, Entrepreneurship, Public Administration, or related field
  

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
  

• Strong written communication skills
  

• Comfortable with Google Workspace
  

• Professional, proactive, and dependable
  

• Passionate about empowering young women
  

How to Apply

• Complete the application form at the link below. You will be asked to upload your resume and respond to short-answer questions.

• Apply Here
  

Applications close: Sunday, March 9 at 11:59 PM.