Thank you for your interest in working for SOME (So Others Might Eat)
As a faith-inspired organization, SOME was founded and built upon the belief in dignity and respect for all people. We all are worthy of it and responsible for it. Appreciation for our shared humanity and sense of community has been a central feature of our mission for over 50 years. This is the call to action that SOME represents: to serve, empower and elevate all members of our community. As champions of our mission, we commit to creating an environment that welcomes and celebrates the diverse array of employees and clients we engage with every day. We strive to be bold in our work, knowing that to drive meaningful change, we must not shy away from discomfort. We reject all forms of individual and systemic discrimination, work actively to eliminate the abuse of privilege and power, and seek justice and equity for all we encounter.
Below are the current positions that are available. Please take a few moments to explore our website to learn more about us before applying.
Our Process Is Simple. Review the vacancy announcements and follow the specific instructions indicated. If you do not have a resume, it is recommended that you devise one.
All positions require a criminal background check, and some positions require other pre-employment screenings such as substance abuse tests, child abuse registry check, & FBI check. All positions require three professional references, preferably from supervisors. Most positions require a two-tier interview process. Copies of required credentials will be requested upon job offer.
All applicants are asked to apply on-line for available positions, however if an accommodation or support is needed to apply please feel free to contact us at 202-797-8806.
COVID-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Keuhner Place, Leland Place and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for a reasonable accommodation.
Please upload your cover letter and resume then proceed to complete the application. You must complete the application in its entirety to be considered.
Community Outreach Internship - Summer/Fall 2024
| Department: | Development |
| Location: | Washington, DC |
SOME (So Others Might Eat) exists to help the homeless and poor of Washington, DC. With over 30 programs throughout the District of Columbia, we provide a wide spectrum of services to the most vulnerable individuals and families in our city. We strive to provide successful paths toward mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training and employment with a living wage, affordable housing, and ultimately living independently and confidently.
Seeking a Summer & Fall 2024 Intern in Washington, DC. The Summer internship is June 1st - August 1st, 2024, and the Fall internship is August 2024 - December 2024. Must be able to complete the entire summer semester.
Opportunity for on-the-job training in non-profit Community Outreach. Commitment is 20-30 hours per week including some evening & weekend events.
Interns will receive a $500 monthly stipend.
Internship Overview: The Intern will support SOME's community outreach efforts across 4 pillars:
- Faith based outreach
- Academic social justice reform outreach
- Community partnerships
- Civic and government outreach
The Intern will have a significant opportunity to lead and create their own events-based initiatives as they relate to their personal and professional development goals.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting Community Outreach and speaking engagements
- Lead and sustain high school educational/service projects initiative with our core schools
- Developing new strategies and initiatives, in conjunction with supervisor to bring awareness to the services SOME provides.
- Work with supervisor on relaunching SOMEfest community outreach festival to incorporate target 60+ community service agencies and highlight the debut of the Father John Community Service Center
- Learning best practices for communicating with Faith based institutions and community organizations that may be come donors, vendors, interns or possible clients
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Experience with public speaking; comfortable speaking and presenting to diverse groups
- Able to work with staff at various levels of the organization and, potentially, with outside donors and vendors
- Excellent customer service skills
- Organizational skills with an attention to detail
- Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
If you are interested in applying, please send a letter of interest and resume to Daryl Wright, at dwright@some.org (subject line: Fall Community Outreach Internship)
Candidates must be local to the Maryland, District of Columbia or Northern Virginia areas with the ability to work in Washington, DC for the entire internship period.
