Education Intern - Summer 2026
Bens Bells Project
1 day ago
Internship
On-site
Tucson, Arizona, United States
Job description
The mission of Ben’s Bells is to teach individuals and communities about the positive impacts of intentional kindness and to inspire people to practice kindness as a way of life.
Recent research demonstrates that kindness benefits our physical and mental health, and that recognizing kindness in others increases a person’s happiness and satisfaction. But just as solving a calculus problem requires advanced math skills, the challenges of daily life require advanced kindness skills. By focusing on kindness and being intentional in our personal interactions, we can improve our ability to connect. The mission of Ben’s Bells is to inspire individuals and communities to engage in kindness education and practice. For more information on the organization, visit www.bensbells.org.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Education Manager, the Ben’s Bells Education Intern will work with our Camp KIND Instructor to support our educational programming, specifically focusing on Camp KIND 2026. The Intern will also work with Kind Campus and educational programming and outreach more generally. The Intern will learn about working in a non-profit organization, and will support education programs and outreach in the Tucson community and beyond.
Responsibilities
The Education Intern is responsible for supporting our kindness education programs, with special focus on assisting our lead instructor for Camp KIND, as well as supporting Kind Campus and educational outreach. Through this position, our Education Intern will learn about the research and evidence-based practices that comprise our kindness education programs. As research has shown, these crucial social-emotional skills empower students during their school years and throughout their lives. Duties include:
· Serve as teacher’s assistant for Camp KIND instructor, helping with activities and supervision of 12-14 campers per week.
· Support instructor and help facilitate Camp KIND drop-off, pick-up, and daily activities Monday-Friday, 8:00-12:30 each weekday in June.
· Observe Kind Campus-informed camp planning, management, and learning
· Learn about pro-social and kindness skills practiced in Kind Campus
· Provide feedback on kindness education activities for school-age groups (Kindergarten – 8th grade)
· Provide assistance for Kind Campus materials for 2026-2027 school year
Essential Skills and Abilities
· Responsible, punctual, and detail-oriented
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Interest in the practice of intentional kindness, K-12 educational programming, and community education
· Interest in non-profit development and outreach
· Ability to work with a diverse team
· Flexible perspective and willingness to engage in self-reflection and meta-cognition
· Comfortable using Google Workplace
· Comfortable with multiple social media platforms
Timeline
End of May 2026 – June 2026. NB: Start and end dates are flexible, with camp dates being required.
The mission of Ben’s Bells is to teach individuals and communities about the positive impacts of intentional kindness and to inspire people to practice kindness as a way of life.
Recent research demonstrates that kindness benefits our physical and mental health, and that recognizing kindness in others increases a person’s happiness and satisfaction. But just as solving a calculus problem requires advanced math skills, the challenges of daily life require advanced kindness skills. By focusing on kindness and being intentional in our personal interactions, we can improve our ability to connect. The mission of Ben’s Bells is to inspire individuals and communities to engage in kindness education and practice. For more information on the organization, visit www.bensbells.org.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Education Manager, the Ben’s Bells Education Intern will work with our Camp KIND Instructor to support our educational programming, specifically focusing on Camp KIND 2026. The Intern will also work with Kind Campus and educational programming and outreach more generally. The Intern will learn about working in a non-profit organization, and will support education programs and outreach in the Tucson community and beyond.
Responsibilities
The Education Intern is responsible for supporting our kindness education programs, with special focus on assisting our lead instructor for Camp KIND, as well as supporting Kind Campus and educational outreach. Through this position, our Education Intern will learn about the research and evidence-based practices that comprise our kindness education programs. As research has shown, these crucial social-emotional skills empower students during their school years and throughout their lives. Duties include:
· Serve as teacher’s assistant for Camp KIND instructor, helping with activities and supervision of 12-14 campers per week.
· Support instructor and help facilitate Camp KIND drop-off, pick-up, and daily activities Monday-Friday, 8:00-12:30 each weekday in June.
· Observe Kind Campus-informed camp planning, management, and learning
· Learn about pro-social and kindness skills practiced in Kind Campus
· Provide feedback on kindness education activities for school-age groups (Kindergarten – 8th grade)
· Provide assistance for Kind Campus materials for 2026-2027 school year
Essential Skills and Abilities
· Responsible, punctual, and detail-oriented
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Interest in the practice of intentional kindness, K-12 educational programming, and community education
· Interest in non-profit development and outreach
· Ability to work with a diverse team
· Flexible perspective and willingness to engage in self-reflection and meta-cognition
· Comfortable using Google Workplace
· Comfortable with multiple social media platforms
Timeline
End of May 2026 – June 2026. NB: Start and end dates are flexible, with camp dates being required.