Company: WGA I Evans Scholars Foundation, 2501 Patriot Blvd., Glenview, IL 60025

Position Title: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Intern

Location: Hybrid: Remote/Onsite at WGA I ESF Headquarters in Glenview, IL

Supervisor: Lindsay Dresser, Senior Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Term: May – Aug., 2025 (start and end date flexible), 40 hours per week

Compensation: Hourly rate of $15/hour

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Job Description

WGA I ESF is seeking Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Intern. This role will have primary accountability to promote a diverse and inclusive culture in all facets of the organization, including but not limited current Evans Scholars, WGA/ESF Staff, Youth Caddies, Volunteer Leadership, and Tournaments. The DEI Intern will report to the Senior Director of DEI.

WGA I ESF recognizes that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential values that make us stronger as an organization. By continuing to build and embrace a more diverse, equitable and inclusive WGA and Evans Scholars community — where everyone feels a sense of belonging — we strive to be a model platform that positively impacts the game of golf.

Position Responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity to experience a wide range of responsibilities related to DEI, including:

· Assist in supporting current Evans Scholars serving on E-Board as VP, DEI

· Oversee monthly staff newsletter

· Coordinate annual Young Women Caddie Summit

· Aid in coordinating panels, DEI workshops, and education sessions with WGA I Staff, WGA Caddie Academies, and Caddie Scholar Prep as needed

· Attend DEI committee and all-staff meetings

· Review forms and documents to ensure inclusive language

· Gather and input demographic data as needed

· Assist in creative ideas for leveraging DEI initiatives

· Attend local championship tournaments as needed

· Participate in additional projects to support DEI initiatives

Education:

· Pursuing a degree or relevant experience in Communications, Business, Marketing, Human Resources, Management, DEI, or similar field.

· DEI Certification a plus

Knowledge and Skills Required:

· Passion for and commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.

· Demonstrated desire to build a culture of belonging.

Competencies

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Experience with project management

· Effective time management and prioritization skills

· Detail oriented with strong organization and time management skills

· Eagerness to build and maintain effective working relationships

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with diverse teams

· Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Teams)

· Willingness to travel to events and championship sites as needed

How to Apply

We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including underrepresented communities, to apply. To apply, please send resume and any samples of work to Senior Director of DEI Lindsay Dresser (dresser@wgaesf.org) by March 1, 2025.

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