Program Operations Student Intern, STI, Salem High School [SPS STUDENTS only], Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2026-2027]

Salem High School; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem High School in Salem, MA is seeking a motivated Program Operations Intern to support the evening adult education programs run by the STI. This grant-funded, part-time position is ideal for a current CTE senior or recent graduate interested in workforce development, education, or nonprofit management.

The intern will work closely with the STI Director of Workforce Development and instructors to support program execution, logistics, attendance, and light administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Interest in education, workforce development, or nonprofit/public administration.
• Friendly, professional demeanor with strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Reliability and punctuality, with a proactive and flexible mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, learning environment.
• Basic computer literacy; experience with Google Workspace preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish, Portuguese or Haitian Creole) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist adult learners and instructors.
• Support classroom setup and organization of instructional materials.
• Help monitor attendance and assist with student check-in/check-out procedures.
• Communicate promptly with instructors and program leadership regarding student or classroom needs.
• Assist with light administrative tasks, such as organizing paperwork, maintaining supplies, or distributing forms.
• Serve as a runner to deliver messages or resources to classrooms when needed.
• Provide basic troubleshooting support.
• Support special events such as orientation, graduation, or employer nights.
• Report any safety or behavioral concerns to the Director of Operations or STI leadership.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to ensure smooth program delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Reliability and punctuality

Multitasking

Google Workspace familiarity

Bilingual (Spanish/Portuguese/Haitian 

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Program Operations Student Intern, STI, Salem High School [SPS STUDENTS only], Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2026-2027]

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Job Details

Job ID: 5920316

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

High School Intern - Program Operations Student Intern, STI, Salem High School [SPS STUDENTS only], Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2026-2027]

Job Type: Part-time, grant-funded

Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students in 11 schools. Our vision is to ensure that all students will be locally engaged, globally connected, and fully prepared to thrive in a diverse and changing world. We hold dear our core values of belonging, equity , and opportunity in everything we do. We seek individuals who are passionate about urban education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement for all students, regardless of ability, economic status, gender/gender identity, language, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds. We invite you to learn more about our strategic plan, core priorities, and the SPS portrait of a graduate on our website at https://salemk12.org/ .

Grant Funder: CommCorp Career Technical Initiative

Salem High School is the recipient of the Career Technical Initiative grant from Commonwealth Corporation, on behalf of the Governor Healey Administration and the Workforce Skills Cabinet, in 2021, which aims to build a skilled workforce in the trades through third-shift programs. This initiative seeks to address the persistent need for skilled labor in construction, trades, and manufacturing. Commonwealth Corporation administers these funds in hopes of eliminating the skills gap facing employers by providing opportunities for youth and adults to retrain for skilled occupations, as well as by transforming vocational high schools into Career Technical Institutes that operate three shifts a day to bring more high school students and adults into the program.

As part of a multi-year strategy, CTI plans to train 20,000 new skilled workers in key trades and technical jobs. Among the grants approved by the Workforce Skills Cabinet in 2021, 35 new career pathway programs and 22 expansions at 10 vocational-technical schools will provide training and job placement for more than 800 adults.

Position Summary:

Salem Technical Institute (STI), the adult education division of Salem High School and Salem Public Schools, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented CTE Program Intern to support the smooth daily operations of our evening adult education programs. This part-time, grant-funded role is ideal for a current CTE senior or a recent graduate interested in workforce development, education, or nonprofit management.

The Program Operations Intern will work closely with the STI Director of Workforce Development, Director of Operations, and instructors to support program execution and logistics. This includes assisting with classroom readiness, resource distribution, student check-in, light administrative support, and real-time troubleshooting during class sessions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist adult learners and instructors upon arrival
• Support classroom setup and organization of instructional materials
• Help monitor attendance and assist with student check-in/check-out procedures
• Communicate promptly with instructors and program leadership regarding student or classroom needs
• Assist with light administrative tasks, such as organizing paperwork, maintaining supplies, or distributing forms
• Serve as a runner to deliver messages or resources to classrooms when needed
• Provide basic troubleshooting support
• Support special events such as orientation, graduation, or employer nights
• Report any safety or behavioral concerns to the Director of Operations or STI leadership
• Perform other tasks as assigned to ensure smooth program delivery

What You’ll Bring:

• Interest in education, workforce development, or nonprofit/public administration
• Friendly, professional demeanor with strong interpersonal communication skills Reliability and punctuality, with a proactive and flexible mindset
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, learning environment
• Basic computer literacy; experience with Google Workspace preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish, Portuguese or Haitian Creole) is a plus

This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.

Work Year: September 1st 2026 - June 30th 2027

Schedule: 12-18 hours a week based on availability

Hourly Rate: $16/hour

FTE/Hours: Part-time 12-18 hours, Monday through Thursday.

Reports to: STI Workforce Development Director, CTE/STI Director, STI Director of Operations & Grants, SHS Principal

Equal Opportunity Employer Salem Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16 to $16 Per Hour

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR MANGER
• Collins Middle School
• 29 Highland Avenue
• Salem, Massachusetts 01970
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]