Strada Education Foundation Internship: Employer Alignment/Institute for the Future of Work Intern

Strada Education Foundation • Washington, DC

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Employer Alignment Intern will support Strada Education Foundation’s efforts to connect education programs with workforce needs and ensure students can access programs leading to quality jobs and career mobility. The intern will assist with employer engagement, research into skills-based hiring practices, content development, and project management. The work supports equitable employment outcomes based on skills and experience rather than degrees alone.

This is a paid, 13-week summer internship running from May 18, 2027, to August 13, 2027, for at least 30 hours per week. Interns take part in hands-on functional work and real-world projects, cohort activities, professional development events, leadership programming, and networking. The position is hybrid in Washington, DC, with in-person work at least two days per week, plus additional office attendance for workshops and special events. Travel of up to 15% may be required for professional development, and travel to industry conferences and workshops may be available. Interns must be based in Washington, DC and available for the full internship duration.

Requirements

• Be at least one year post-high-school graduation and currently enrolled in or accepted into a postsecondary education or training program, such as college, an apprenticeship, or a bootcamp.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn quickly and contribute in a collaborative environment.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Have excellent attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Be proficient with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Be self-motivated and able to work independently while remaining open to feedback.
• Be passionate about promoting equitable opportunities in education and employment.
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to collaborate and contribute to the internship cohort.
• Be based in Washington, DC and available for the full internship duration.
• Be available to work at least 30 hours per week and in person at least two days per week, with additional office days as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Zoom and Slack.

Responsibilities

• Assist with employer engagement.
• Research skills-based hiring practices.
• Contribute to content development.
• Support project management focused on aligning education programs with workforce needs.
• Participate in impactful projects, cohort activities, skill-building activities, and professional development events.

Benefits

• Paid internship at $22.75 per hour for undergraduates or $25.00 per hour for graduate students.
• Professional development opportunities within the foundation and across its partner network.
• Leadership speaker series, lunch-and-learns, and industry interviews.
• Rotational work and real-world projects with colleagues across diverse teams.
• Mentorship and coaching from supervisors and executives.
• Professional networking through community events and leadership exposure.
• Potential travel to industry conferences and workshops.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed