STAND & DELIVER
P.A.'L.A.N.T.E.'s Stand & Deliver program is a youth empowerment program that gives youths in Manhattan and the Bronx a role in combating homelessness while gaining marketable skills and forging positive relationships with community members. This program is a peer-led, hands-on and runs all year round. We recognizes the urgent need to help develop the academic and social skills of at-risk youth. Today we train, educate and inspire youth to fulfill their potential.
Empowering young people means recognizing and nurturing their potential, providing them with the resources, opportunities, and support they need to thrive. At the heart of youth empowerment lies the belief that every young person has unique talents, perspectives, and contributions to offer. P.A.'L.A.N.T.E. delivers its annual internship and mentoring program by developing a customized curriculum and conducts one-on-one assessments to help each participant map their educational goals and ambitions and match them with mentors in the not-for-profit and private sectors.
"Working at PA'LANTE has truly been a fulfilling experience. On my second day here, I was given the responsibility of leading a team to canvass a building and conduct apartment inspections, and then submitting maintenance complaints at both the city and state level."
Marcelo - P.A.'L.A.N.T.E. Intern
"I was able to have the privilege of directly working with clients and hearing their stories, of being exploited since 10, 20 or even more years ago and having PA’LANTE advocate and fight for them; not only on their behalf but on behalf of the whole community, on behalf of justice and what is right."
Abigail - P.A.'L.A.N.T.E. Intern
"I had the opportunity to participate in various outreach events and workshops. These experiences allowed me to see firsthand how PA'LANTE's commitment to empowerment and education was positively transforming lives and fostering a sense of unity within the community."
Derek - P.A.'L.A.N.T.E. Intern
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Internship Opportunities Provided to Our Youth
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
Our interns work in a professional office setting where they learn marketing, segmentation, tenant advocacy, and most importantly, they engage in community service. ​Here's a list of essential office skills that our interns learn:​​
Communication Skills
Including verbal, written, and interpersonal communication. This involves effectively conveying information, active listening, and professional correspondence.
Microsoft Office Suite
Proficiency in programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, including basic formatting, data entry, and presentation creation.
Time Management
The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and efficiently allocate time to various projects and responsibilities.
Organizational Skills
Keeping track of documents, files, and schedules, maintaining order in the workspace, and managing workflow effectively.
Teamwork and Collaboration
Working well with others, contributing to group projects, sharing ideas, and resolving conflicts constructively.
Attention to Detail
Thoroughness and accuracy in tasks such as proofreading documents, data entry, and following instructions precisely.
JOIN US
Interested youth should send a copy of their resume along with cover letter to palante@palanteharlem.org