Youth Engagement and Programs Associate

About URBAN TXT

URBAN TXT: Teens Exploring Technology is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization focused on inspiring young men of color to become confident leaders who use technology as a tool to improve their communities. Our interdisciplinary programs develop leadership, entrepreneurship, design, and coding skills among underrepresented youth.

Position Summary

The Youth Engagement and Programs Associate works directly with young people participating in URBAN TXT programs and services. This role focuses on building strong relationships with youth, creating meaningful program experiences, supporting student recruitment and outreach, and helping TXT continuously improve the way its youth programs and workshops are delivered.

The ideal candidate enjoys working directly with young people, can confidently lead activities and presentations, and is organized, proactive, and committed to creating high-quality experiences for TXT students.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Engage and build strong relationships with youth through TXT programs and services.
• Plan and lead youth activities, workshops, and events.
• Support student recruitment and outreach efforts, including presentations at schools.
• Help develop and improve the processes, systems, and practices behind TXT youth programs and workshops.

Desired Qualifications

• Interest or experience working with middle school or high school youth.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
  • Passion for learning about new technologies.
• Comfortable facilitating activities, workshops, and presentations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Creative problem solver who is willing to identify ways to improve programs and processes.
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment.
• Strong commitment to URBAN TXT's mission and the young people and communities TXT serves.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.

Required Qualifications

• Must successfully complete a background check.
• Must be willing to work occasional evenings and Saturdays based on program and event needs.
• This is a part-time contract position with possibility of ongoing role depending on funding.

Why You Might Be a Great Fit

You enjoy working directly with young people and building relationships that help them feel connected, supported, and confident. You are comfortable leading activities and workshops, speaking to students about TXT programs, and helping improve how programs operate.

You take initiative, communicate well, and enjoy working in an environment where you can contribute ideas and help strengthen the student experience.

Why You Might NOT Be a Great Fit

• You do not enjoy working directly with young people.
• You are uncomfortable facilitating activities or speaking in front of groups.
• You prefer a role with highly repetitive responsibilities and little change.
• You prefer to wait for detailed instructions rather than taking initiative.
• You are not interested in helping improve and strengthen program processes.