KIP Spring 2027 - Hackathons Intern - Foundation for Economic Education

Stand Together; United States; On-site; USD 5,000 - 6,100; Part time

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Stipend

Job summary

Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) is seeking a Hackathons Intern to help design and execute engaging events for students aged 11–26. The role blends logistics, curriculum planning, speaker selection, and participant communication to deliver high-impact experiences.

You will work with the Student Engagement Team, supporting both virtual and on-site activities while learning Salesforce reporting, KPI tracking, and project development in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Majors in CS, Business, Economics or PM preferred, but not required.
• Curiosity about AI and its applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee virtual and in-person hackathon logistics, schedule, curricula, speakers, registrations, and day-of activities.
• Create logistics packets, landing/registration pages, Zoom links, invites, and participant emails.
• Maintain accurate reporting in Salesforce.
• Collaborate with intern supervisor on new projects and ideas.
• Track and report KPIs for events and programs.

Skills

AI curiosity

Strong communication

Multitasking

Independence

Entrepreneurial mindset

Collaborative

Education

Computer Science

Business

Economics

Project Management

Job description

About FEE
The Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the economic, ethical, and legal principles of a free society. For 80 years, FEE has been committed to inspiring and educating individuals on the values of personal freedom, entrepreneurship, and sound economic thinking. Through various programs, publications, and events, FEE empowers individuals to understand the economic principles that drive prosperity and fosters a society rooted in individual rights and limited government.
About FEE’s Student Engagement Team
The Student Engagement department leads FEE’s student-facing events. Through a mix of in-person and virtual programs, FEE partners with schools, educators, and organizations to introduce students to the principles of a free society, fostering deeper understanding and thoughtful discussions. From outreach and relationship-building to event logistics and execution, the Student Engagement team works to create engaging, high-impact experiences that challenge and inspire the next generation. Domestically, FEE’s programs have reached students in nearly all 50 states. Internationally, FEE has a growing footprint in Latin America.
The Hackathons Intern will help create and execute immersive, fun, and educational events for FEE’s various 11-26-year-old audiences. This is an opportunity for the ideal candidate to combine a love for the ideas of a free society with a passion for designing and implementing extraordinary customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee virtual and in-person program logistics, such as the hackathon schedule, curriculum, speaker selection, online platform registration, day-of logistics, invoices, etc.
• Handle logistics including, but not limited to, creating logistics packets, landing and registration pages, Zoom links, calendar invites, emailing participants, etc.
• Maintain accurate reporting in Salesforce.
• Work closely with your intern supervisor on new projects, ideas, and initiatives.
• Track and report relevant KPIs (key performance indicators).

Skills

• Computer Science, Business, Economics, Project Management or other related majors desired, but not required.
• A deep curiosity about AI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities while keeping everything on track and maintaining careful attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and take initiative with minimal supervision.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial spirit to improve existing programs.
• A collaborative personality; unafraid of challenge.
• An unwavering commitment to the mission and principles of FEE

Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participantsand applicantswith honesty, dignity, respectand sensitivity.We welcome all qualified applicants regardless ofcolor,race,religion,religious creed,sex,genderor gender identity,gender expression,sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy(including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),military andveteran status,genetic information,maritalor familialstatus, political affiliation,or any other legallyrecognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Stand Together Fellowships pays participants a stipend of either $7,500 for full-time participants working approximately 32 hours per week at the partner organization, or $5,500 for part-time participants working approximately 24 hours per week at the partner organization. Attending the entirety of the online and on-site KIP programming is required for both full and part-time participants.