Management & Operations Development Trainee

Oakland, CA
Full Time
Entry Level

We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven Marketing and Advertising firm dedicated to advancing nonprofit missions, community initiatives, and social justice campaigns across the Bay Area. Our team specializes in strategic outreach, cause marketing, and operations that drive real impact for underserved communities. We are currently seeking a highly motivated Management & Operations Development Trainee to join our team and grow into a leadership role.


Position Overview

The Management & Operations Development Trainee program is designed to equip emerging professionals with the skills, mentorship, and experience needed to lead projects, manage teams, and support the core operations of a mission-driven agency. You’ll receive hands-on training across various departments—operations, strategy, outreach, and campaign management—while supporting our work with nonprofits and advocacy groups.


Key Responsibilities

  • Learn and assist in day-to-day operations, logistics, and campaign coordination

  • Shadow team leads and managers to understand workflow, project delivery, and team leadership

  • Support planning and execution of community events, campaign launches, and internal initiatives

  • Assist with scheduling, reporting, internal documentation, and vendor/client communications

  • Participate in team meetings, strategy sessions, and performance reviews

  • Analyze operational processes and suggest ways to improve efficiency and impact

  • Complete assigned leadership training modules and development milestones


Ideal Candidate

  • Eager to grow into a leadership or operations management role in a mission-driven environment

  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

  • Passionate about social change, nonprofit work, and community-based initiatives

  • Fast learner with a proactive attitude and willingness to take on responsibility

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience); recent grads encouraged to apply

  • Experience in student leadership, volunteer management, project coordination, or customer service is a plus

  • Bilingual (Spanish, Cantonese, Tagalog, etc.) is highly desirable


What We Offer

  • Paid hands-on training with mentorship from senior team members

  • Clear pathway to full-time roles in operations, outreach management, or strategy

  • Exposure to high-impact campaigns focused on equity, public health, and education

  • A supportive, inclusive team culture where your ideas and growth are valued

  • Opportunities for advancement in a growing firm that invests in its people

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