Unlock Your Potential with Memphis Urban League

Volunteer Facilitator Interest Form

Introduction

Thank you for your interest in supporting the Memphis Urban League’s Workforce & Economic Development initiatives. Through our NextUp Career Readiness Program and community workshops, we equip job seekers with the skills, tools, and confidence needed to secure employment and advance their careers. We invite professionals, community leaders, and members of MULYP and the Memphis Urban League Guild who are passionate about workforce and economic development to serve as volunteer facilitators, panelists, and mentors.

SECTION 1: BASIC INFORMATION

Full Name

Email Address

Phone Number

Which auxiliary group are you a member of?Memphis Urban League Young Professionals (MULYP)Memphis Urban League GuildNeither, but interested in volunteering as a guest facilitator/workshop speaker

SECTION 2: PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Current Employer

Job Title / Profession

Industry

LinkedIn Profile (optional)

SECTION 3: FACILITATION INTEREST AREAS

Which topics would you be interested in facilitating or supporting?Career Readiness Core TopicsResume Writing & Resume ReviewsInterview Skills & Mock InterviewsJob Search Strategies (2026 job market trends)Workplace Professionalism & Soft SkillsCommunication Skills in the WorkplaceTime Management & ProductivityWorkplace Etiquette

Career Advancement & Professional GrowthCareer Pathways & Career ExplorationNetworking & Personal BrandingLinkedIn OptimizationSalary Negotiation & BenefitsTransitioning Careers / Career Pivots

Digital & Technical SkillsBasic Computer Skills / Digital LiteracyMicrosoft Office / Google WorkspaceUsing AI Tools for Job Search & WorkDigital Safety & Online Professionalism

Financial & Life SkillsBudgeting & Money ManagementCredit Basics & Building CreditBanking & Financial LiteracyWorkplace Benefits (401k, insurance, etc.)

Entrepreneurship & Economic EmpowermentStarting a Small BusinessSide Hustles & FreelancingBusiness Planning BasicsMarketing & Branding for Small BusinessOther

SECTION 4: ENGAGEMENT TYPE

How would you like to support?(Select all that apply)Lead a workshop/sessionServe as a panelist or guest speakerConduct mock interviewsReview resumes / LinkedIn profilesMentor participants (short-term)Help with employer connections / hiring pipelines

SECTION 5: EXPERIENCE

Do you have prior experience facilitating or presenting?YesNo

If yes, briefly describe your experience

SECTION 6: AVAILABILITY

Which format(s) are you available for?In-personVirtual

Preferred DaysWeekdays (Morning)Weekdays (Afternoon)EveningsSaturdays

How often are you available?One-timeQuarterlyMonthlyAs needed

SECTION 7: ALIGNMENT WITH MUL WORKFORCE & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES

Why are you interested in volunteering with Memphis Urban League’s workforce and economic empowerment programs?

SECTION 8: ADDITIONAL SKILLS OR RESOURCES

Do you have any of the following to contribute?(select all that apply)Employer hiring opportunitiesInternship opportunitiesJob shadowing opportunitiesTraining resourcesSponsorship or funding supportProfessional certifications to offerOther

SECTION 9: CONSENT & COMMITMENT

By submitting this form, I agree to:Support Memphis Urban League’s mission. Serve participants with professionalism and respect. Commit to agreed-upon workshop dates and preparation.I agree