Intern - Project Odyssey

Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.

If you’re the kind of person who believes that honoring and empowering our nation’s veterans is more than just a cause — that it’s a calling — then we’re ready to meet you.

When you join Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you, too – helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.

 

At WWP™, we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we’re proud to offer benefits such as:

·       A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days’ work from home)

·       Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members

·       Competitive pay and performance incentives

·       A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment

A mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you’re ready to get started, we’re ready for you.

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Project Odyssey program is a 12 week mental health initiative that combines a five day, in person adventure-based workshop with ongoing hybrid support to help warriors build resilience, achieve personal goals, and make lasting positive changes. It connects warriors through shared experiences, serves them with essential mental health resources, and empowers them to step outside their comfort zones to strengthen confidence, resilience, and relationships.
The Project Odyssey Intern will gain exposure to experiential education, adaptive recreation, program logistics, and participant engagement through observation, shadowing, and supervised participation in program planning, curriculum discussions, and local events. Through mentorship and guided learning, the intern will develop foundational knowledge of group facilitation support, safety considerations, partnership coordination, and nonprofit program operations within a mission-driven environment serving wounded warriors.
Note: This internship is unpaid and is designed to offer educational training similar to that of an academic setting. The duration of the internship will not surpass 16 weeks.

 

APPLICANT ALERT: This is an unpaid internship opportunity for qualified applicants, and requires in-person attendance, three days each week at our San Diego, CA location. This is not a virtual position.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe Project Odyssey teammates during program planning meetings, training sessions, and experiential education discussions.

• Gain exposure to the warrior screening and intake process through observation of readiness and program-fit assessments.

• Learn how experiential education and recreational activities are incorporated into mental health and wellness programming.

• Assist, under supervision, with preparation of experiential learning activities, group energizers, and recreational materials.

• Participate in curriculum discussions to understand how activities are selected and adapted based on group needs and program objectives.

• Observe the use of internal systems, including limited exposure to Salesforce, to understand program documentation processes.

• Shadow a Project Odyssey programmatic local event, when available, to observe facilitation techniques, group dynamics, and adventure-based learning practices.

• Attend team meetings, trainings, and educational sessions related to experiential learning models and trauma-informed programming.

• Learn and participate in other events or tasks as applicable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Ability to engage effectively in experiential education, recreation, and mental health programming.

• Ability to learn through observation, guided participation, and reflection.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to interact professionally with diverse populations.

• Organizational awareness and attention to detail.

• Ability to participate in light to moderate outdoor and recreational activities in a learning capacity.

• Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.

EXPERIENCE

Requirements

• Relevant coursework, volunteer experience, or academic exposure related to recreation, psychology, mental health, education, or human services.

Preferences

• None.

EDUCATION

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college.

Preferences

• Pursuing a degree in psychology, human services, recreational therapy, social work, sport psychology, recreational leadership, or a related field.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE

Requirements

• None.

Preferences

• None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• General office environment; temperature controlled.

• Sitting for extended periods.

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Wounded Warrior Project® is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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