The Quaker Engagement Intern’s primary responsibility is to help plan, organize, and implement the annual meeting of the AFSC Corporation, a three-day event held in Philadelphia during the month of April. As a Quaker organization, the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is governed by a group of more than 100 members of the Religious Society of Friends, collectively called the Corporation, many of whom are appointed by Quaker yearly meetings across the country.
The Corporation plays an important role for AFSC, approving members of our Board of Directors, approving changes to bylaws, and conducting other important business. Corporation members also help keep AFSC aware of the movements of the Spirit within Quaker churches, monthly meetings, and yearly meetings. In addition, they serve as AFSC liaisons, helping to strengthen connections between the organization and Quaker communities.
The Quaker Engagement Intern supports the development and management of registration for the annual meeting of the Corporation, room reservations and wayfinding signage, volunteer coordination, and promotion of the event. From January 3rd, 2026, through March 27th, 2026, they are required to attend weekly meetings of the Corporation Meeting Planning Committee and work an additional 10 hours per week. They are also required to work 20 hours during the weeks of March 30th through April 3rd and 30 hours during the week of April 6th-11th.