Computer Science Intern (CSI): Fall 2026

Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee – Club Next

Fall 2026 Paid Onsite Internship: Youth Development/Computer Science

Do you have a passion for working with youth AND technology? Join Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee in this PAID internship program. This experience is designed for someone with a desire to impact youth through expanding their knowledge on coding concepts, technology, STEM, and app development!

Key Objectives

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee is in search of Computer Science Interns (CSI) to join the Code Academy team in Davidson County.
• Work alongside students at Code Academy to teach coding concepts and app design.
• Fall Code Academy coding clubs take place from September - December.
• Training provided on conducting sessions, curriculums, and effective teaching skills.
• Identify a need within the program and develop an internship project as a solution or collaborate on a current app design project.

This is GREAT for your resume/portfolio as well as the youth we serve!

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 to 2 years of experience working with children and/or youth
• Interest in or understanding of coding concepts and app design
• Knowledge of computers, applications, and basic knowledge of virtual platforms such as Zoom & Teams
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
• Must pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, or certification preferred, or working toward degree in related field
• Previous coding experience and teaching others about coding
• 1-2 years of experience working with iOS programs, applications, and Apple products
• Knowledge of youth development
• CPR and First Aid Certifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Maintain close, daily contact with club staff, volunteers, members (youth), to receive / provide information,

• discuss issues, explain guidelines and instructions.
• Instruct, advise, mentor, and counsel club members.
• Ability to create and implement daily engaging activities on our virtual platforms.
• Tech savvy; development of creative activities or projects

Schedule

Hours range from 5-15 hours per week depending on program needs.

BGCMT reserves the right to deviate from posted credentials in determining what combination of candidate education, experience, and skills are best suited to a position. BGCMT is an equal provider of services and equal opportunity employer--CRA 1964 and ADA 1990.

Job Categories: Education, Other, Social Services

Pay

• $16/hour
• Travel reimbursement: $0.67/mile

To apply, submit your application & cover letter detailing applicable experience & desire to join the internship program.