KIPP SoCal Public Schools Intern

KIPP SoCal Public Schools; Success; À distance; CAD 6 300 - 6 700; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Stipend $2,500

Résumé du poste

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is seeking an intern to join the School Success Team. The internship provides meaningful professional experience, hands-on skill development, and exposure to daily functions of our organization.

Interns will work 25 hours per month from January 18, 2027, to June 2027, with a total stipend of $2500. The program is fully virtual; LA residency is only needed for hybrid/in-person work.

Qualifications

• Must be a KIPP SoCal alumnus/alumna.
• Currently enrolled in at least your second year of a postsecondary degree or recent graduate (within one year).
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
• Able to work 25 hours per month.
• Residency in the Los Angeles area is only required if hybrid or in-person work is needed; otherwise internships are fully virtual.
• Currently pursuing a degree aligned with the focus area of the department.

Responsabilités

• Support research, organize materials, and create content for projects.
• Participate in sub-department and School Success team meetings and workgroups.
• Support administrative operations such as scheduling, document preparation, and email communication.
• Help maintain accurate records, files, and databases.
• Perform data entry and data analysis for program tracking and reporting.
• Draft or edit documents, presentations, or outreach materials as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project goals and deadlines.

Connaissances

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Research & analysis

Critical thinking & problem solving

Planning & time management

Team collaboration

Knowledge of LA education system

Formation

Pursuing degree aligned with focus area

Description du poste

Who We Are KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.

Mission Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.

What We Do At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

Internship Overview The KIPP SoCal Public Schools Intern will work within a department on the School Success Team (SST), which is the group of team members who support all functions that make our schools great! Interns will support a variety of project-based initiatives to ensure our students have wonderful experiences in our schools. Each internship is designed to provide meaningful professional experience, hands-on skill development, and exposure to the daily functions of our organization. The Intern will be supervised by a designated supervisor within their assigned SST department and will receive regular check-ins, feedback, and opportunities for mentorship and skill development. See below for the available internships:

Application closes on October 16, 2026.

What You'll Do (General Responsibilities)

• Support new and ongoing projects by conducting research, organizing materials, and creating content
• Participate in sub-department and School Success team meetings and workgroups
• Support administrative operations such as scheduling, document preparation, and email communication
• Help maintain accurate records, files, and databases
• Perform data entry and conduct data analysis for program tracking and reporting
• Draft or edit documents, presentations, or outreach materials as needed
• Collaborate with team members to meet project goals and deadlines
• Complete additional assignments as assigned by designated by department staff

Skills You Will Gain (General)

• Interpersonal communication including active listening
• Public speaking
• Research & analysis
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Planning, organization, and time management
• Team collaboration
• A deeper knowledge of the public education system in Los Angeles

KIPP Intern Qualifications

• Must be a KIPP SoCal alumnus/alumna
• Currently enrolled in at least your second year of a postsecondary degree program or recent college graduate (within one year of graduation)
• Possess a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA
• Able to work :25 hours per month
• Residency in the Los Angeles area is only required if hybrid or in-person work is needed; otherwise, internships are fully virtual
• Currently pursuing a degree aligned with the focus area of the department they are applying to (e.g., education, communications, liberal arts, or similar field)
• Ability to communicate effectively with KIPP SoCal staff, alumni, and external stakeholders
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve
• Proficient computer skills
• Commitment to confidentiality as it relates to alumni, staff, and organization records
• Exhibits professionalism and adheres to all KIPP SoCal policies and rules

Stipend/Compensation

• Interns will work 25 hours a month (5-7 hours a week) from January 18, 2027 - June, 2027
• Two disbursements of $1250 will be made during the middle and end of the internship for a total stipend of $2500

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.