Chief Strategy Officer Leadership Intern Program (Unpaid) - Summer 2025

Jobs for Humanity•Houston, TX

1d•$20 - $40•Remote

About The Position

The Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) Internship is a immersive leadership training program designed to prepare future executives to take on the role of CSO within Govuni Collective. Participants will receive hands-on experience in business strategy, financial planning, corporate development, and workforce transformation. At the completion of the internship, interns who transition into full-time roles will receive a 5-20% equity bonus based on performance and tenure.

Requirements

Interest in business strategy, corporate development, or workforce innovation.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex economic challenges.
Passion for economic justice, community development, and sustainability.
Ability to work collaboratively in an Agile & Scrum environment.
Tech-savviness and willingness to train in AI-powered business tools.
Commitment to long-term workforce transformation and financial equity.
No prior experience required. All training will be provided through Govuni’s Executive Training Program.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of corporate revenue-sharing models with businesses, unions, and universities.
Support the negotiation of partnership agreements that contribute to Govuni’s economic sustainability.
Analyze business financials and develop scalable strategies for long-term economic impact.
Research and write grant proposals to secure $500K+ in funding per year.
Develop proposals for government and corporate staffing contracts, sustainability grants, and workforce development funding.
Partner with Texas Workforce Commission, TXWORKS, and national grant programs to secure ongoing financial backing.
Support businesses in implementing revenue-sharing and workforce investment programs.
Develop employer-sponsored benefits programs, salary increases, and hybrid work models.
Assist in unionization strategies, strike planning, and employee ownership transitions.
Learn and implement AI-driven tools such as Seamless.ai, ClickUp, Reply.io, and Phenom.com.
Use AI and data analytics to optimize workforce management, sales, and recruitment.
Develop strategies to automate workflows and improve operational efficiency.
Assist in developing affordable, energy-efficient, and worker-owned housing projects using 3D printing and sustainable materials.
Work with city planning commissions and businesses to fund community redevelopment and infrastructure improvements.
Support the creation of a universal mortgage and rental assistance program to reduce foreclosures and evictions.
Help organize bi-weekly educational workshops, fundraising campaigns, and business development events.
Assist in recruiting small businesses for Govuni’s community marketplace initiative, where 20% of sales contribute to economic development funds.
Develop workforce training programs that help students, low-income workers, and marginalized communities access economic opportunities.

Benefits

Hourly Pay: $20-40/hr (Up to 32 hours/week after internship
Equity Bonus Upon Full-Time Promotion: 5-20% equity stake in Govuni Collective based on performance, tenure, and leadership contributions.
Paid Training & Executive Development: Completion of Govuni’s Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) Leadership Training. Business strategy, revenue-sharing, financial planning, and AI-driven workforce automation training.
Universal Benefits Package (Upon Full-Time Transition): Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life, LTD & STD, Food Allowance (Starting at 2%, increasing to 10% by Year 5), 401K Plan (2% matching, increasing to 10% by Year 5), Housing Program Contributions (Funded by Govuni’s Economic Model).
Tax-Exempt Earnings – All employees will file tax-exempt W-4s, with Govuni handling payroll taxes to ensure a $0 tax liability.

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