Volunteers and interns are an integral part of KYCC. We are dedicated to engaging with members of our community to create real change through our many volunteer opportunities. Every year we engage well over 2,000 volunteers and interns through a wide variety of programs and services. There are many ways to get involved with KYCC – whether you are a high school student, retired or a business professional, your time and expertise can help strengthen our community.
If you can’t find an opportunity that suits you, feel free to contact us as we are occasionally able to craft positions based on our programs, needs, and your talents. We look forward to hearing from you!
Join KYCC, the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council and Council District 5 to beautify our neighborhood and make it more livable for our community members. We can’t do it alone and need your help!
Assist the director in compiling and organizing data and conducting analysis intended to inform the shaping of future policies, and which otherwise assist in more effective decision making for KYCC’s Community Development and Planning Program
The ideal candidate should be currently enrolled in an accredited post-graduate college/university program with coursework in planning and/or related fields.
This program is currently full.
16 hrs./week for at least 6 months (hybrid remote/in-person)
This internship program will focus on developing a comprehensive Community Profile. Areas of focus include complying, analyzing and reporting on various demographic trends happening in Los Angeles’ Koreatown and the neighboring neighborhoods.
The ideal candidate should be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university program with an interest in public policy, public administration, monitoring and evaluation, nonprofit management, or other relevant disciplines.
This program is currently full.
16 hrs./week for at least 6 months (hybrid remote/in-person)
High school students meet weekly to participate in mental health workshops, activities and peer-led discussions on topics such as depression among adolescents.
SAY provides mental health knowledge and resources to youth, including how to prevent mental illnesses and where to seek help.
Applications for the 2024-2025 are due on 9/20/2024.
The SAY Intern will support program operations by planning and developing educational content in conjunction with KYCC staff, participating in SAY weekly meetings, and completing light program administration duties.
Undergraduate coursework in social work, psychology, education, or related fields preferred. Prior experience working with high school students and a passion for mental health advocacy are required.
This position is currently full.
2 hrs./week for one school year (fall – spring, in-person)
The Clinical Intern will provide overall administrative support to KYCC’s clinical services unit, which provides e individual, group and family therapy, medication management, linkage to resources, parenting education and mental health education.
This internship is ideal for those with an interest in the mental health field or for those interested in the administrative side of mental health services.
This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute to the improvement of programs and services designed to assist low-income families in becoming self-sufficient
financially, academically, and emotionally.
The FamilySource Center intern will assist the Intake Specialist in
accomplishing their daily tasks.
Interns will work directly with clients in scheduling, referrals, completing necessary paperwork, and answering general questions related to services.
This program is currently full.
8 hrs./week for a minimum of 3 months (in-person).
Please note, since the 2024 tax season is over this program is currently only accepting previous VITA volunteers. We encourage all new volunteers to join us in November/December 2024 for our next series of trainings, with the new tax season starting in February 2025.
Volunteer tax preparers donate their time to make sure those with limited incomes are able to receive tax refunds and credits they are due. All training is provided by KYCC.
Intake volunteers support the operation of the program from welcoming clients, gathering basic documents and answering general questions.
CPAs, Enrolled Agents, and Attorneys donate their time counseling low income taxpayers on how to respond to IRS notices at all stages of tax controversy including return processing, exam, collections, and litigation.
Experienced Tax Attorneys or USTC Practitioners may counsel or represent low income taxpayers through appeals , settlement discussions with IRS Counsel, or before tax court judge.
Fellowship Application: Please email a letter describing potential projects and the fellowship programs for which you plan to apply, along with a resume, unofficial transcripts, and writing sample to Managing Attorney, Christian Morales. All applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Volunteers are required to be currently credentialed, in good standing, and able to sign the IRS Form 2848.
For school-based fellowship programs, please also include in your application the description of the fellowship offered by your law school (including compensation, duration, etc.).
Please contact us to sign up for this opportunity.
Time commitment varies with level of representation and complexity of case (hybrid remote/in-person)
The intern will primarily work hands-on in the planning of and execution of KYCC’s special events which include our annual golf tournament, concert and holiday carnival. Additional duties include supporting our merch, in-kind donation and volunteer programs.
Hours must be completed in-person.
This position is ideal for candidates who are interested in understanding the event planning, fundraising, and development side of nonprofit organizations at a relatively large and well-established agency.
This program is currently full.
Minimum of 8 hours per week for 6 months (in-person)
KSP is an intergenerational, multilingual and multiethnic oral history and digital media program that teaches ethnographic and storytelling techniques to high school students.
The 2024-2025 cohort of KSP will begin in September 2024 and conclude in February 2025. Our focus for the 2024-2025 year is on connecting with and collecting the stories and experiences of the Traditional Healing Arts in our Koreatown community.
All applicants must be willing to commit to weekly 2-hour meetings, attend all program activities and assignments, and complete the full program from September 2024 – February 2025 with breaks for holidays. (Tuesday afternoons 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.)
This program is currently full.
Meetings are every Tuesday, 4:30-6:00 P.M. (in-person)
KYCC’s Koreatown Storytelling Program is an intergenerational, multilingual and multiethnic oral history and digital media program that teaches ethnographic and storytelling techniques to high school students.
KSP’s 2024-2025 cohort will explore the diverse traditional healing methods in Koreatown.
Our target population for interviewees are 55+ years of age with a strong connection to Koreatown, but all are welcome.
Research funding opportunities and assist with proposal and grant preparation, and record operational data.
Complete fieldwork for tree management plans and tree inventory.
Interns will have a better understanding of urban forestry, environmental program development and strategies, and community-based non-profits.
The ideal candidate should be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university program with an interest in the environment, public administration, nonprofit management, or other relevant disciplines.
This program is currently full.
Minimum of 12 hours per week for at least 3 months (in-person)
KYCC’s offers opportunities for groups to host private tree planting and beautification events for a fee.
These events are great ways for groups to bond, work as a team and improve morale, all while making a visible impact on our community in just a few hours.
Private events also allow partners to work with KYCC staff to set the date, time and location.
The MacArthur Park Youth Protecting and Reviving Community (MYPARC) is a new community service-based project that promotes community connection, engagement and mobilization to reduce the exposure of marijuana smoke at MacArthur Park.
Members will be part of a community council to make MacArthur Park a safer and healthier place for the community. Members are trained in advocacy, leadership, and civic engagement.
Volunteers are trained on topics such as leadership, community advocacy, event and project planning, and assessment
Group members are encouraged to actively participate in the broader community through school and neighborhood councils, city and county entities, and other events
Meeting food, transportation (bus tokens) and childcare are all provided for participants
Volunteers are trained on topics such as leadership, community advocacy, event and project planning, and assessment
Group members are encouraged to actively participate in the broader community through school and neighborhood councils, city and county entities, and other events
Meeting food, transportation (bus tokens), translation (English/Spanish/Korean), and childcare are all provided for participants
Volunteers are trained on topics such as leadership, community advocacy, understanding community dynamics, and assessment
Group members are encouraged to actively participate in the broader community through school and neighborhood councils, city and county entities, and other events
Meeting food, transportation (bus tokens) and childcare are all provided for participants
YDAPP is a 10-month high school leadership program that trains youth advocates to raise awareness of substance use among their peers in Koreatown and neighboring communities
Youth are trained to lead alcohol and drug-free events, such as community clean-ups, health fairs and educational outreach throughout the year.
With support of classroom instructor, lead enrichment activities for K-12 youth, including but not limited to computer coding, arts, dance, cooking, etc.
Must be at least 18+ years old.
This position is currently full.
One workshop per week. Three-month minimum commitment (in-person)
Support the administrative, day-to-day, and long-term implementation of Youth Services programs.
Duties can include, but are not limited to research, curriculum development, database entry, daily program support and participation in internal and external meetings related to program operations.
The Bridge Program Coach is responsible for the supervision, facilitation, and implementation of academic support, college and career workshops, and volunteer opportunities for high school students.
Bridge, is a high school, student-led volunteer program.
Ideal candidates are current or recent college graduates with interest or experience working with youth.
This position is currently full.
Minimum of 10 hours weekly for at least three months
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