Uptown Partners - Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9–4:30 PM (3 in-office days, 2 remote days) Work with a dedicated nonprofit organization to implement the city-adopted Eco-Innovation District Plan and drive revitalization efforts in Pittsburgh’s Uptown community. Uptown Partners of Pittsburgh is a nonprofit committed to creating a thriving, safe, sustainable, and just community for all. Through the implementation of the Eco-Innovation District Plan, we focus on revitalizing Pittsburgh’s Uptown neighborhood while addressing critical economic and social challenges. Qualifications and Skills: Strong interest in workforce and economic development, nonprofit work, or community development. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for community engagement and collaboration. Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. A proactive, problem-solving mindset with attention to detail. Why Join Us? At Uptown Partners, you’ll work at the intersection of community development and workforce empowerment, contributing to meaningful change in a dynamic and supportive environment. This opportunity is perfect for someone eager to make an impact while gaining hands-on experience in economic and workforce development initiatives. Grant writing or fundraising experience (preferred, but not required). Monday-Friday, 9–4:30 PM (3 in-office days, 2 remote days)
Please note: This listing is currently not accepting applications.
Member Duties : Key Responsibilities Community Engagement: Conduct outreach to understand workforce needs and identify local opportunities. Strategic Development: Develop and implement strategies to connect job seekers with training and employment resources. Program Collaboration: Support the EMPOWER workforce development program in partnership with our consultant. Grant Writing: Assist in identifying funding opportunities and preparing grant proposals to support economic and workforce projects. Project Management: Track and report on the outcomes and impacts of workforce development initiatives. Real Estate Support: Collaborate with the Real Estate and Development Program Manager to support commercial corridor revitalization projects within the Uptown community.
Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , Hybrid , Living Allowance , Health Coverage* , Training . *For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
Terms : Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas : None
Skills : Communications .
Program Details
- Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
- Program: Uptown Partners - Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group
- Program Start/End Date: 06/15/2025 - 06/13/2026
- Work Schedule: Full Time
- Education level: Some college
- Age Requirement: Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
- Accepting Applications: From 09/17/2025 To 12/30/2025
- Contact: Brittany McDonald, 1518 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15219, 4127424483, bmcdonald@uptownpartners.org, https://www.uptownpartners.org/
- Program Locations: PENNSYLVANIA Pittsburgh