Strada Education Foundation Internship: Executive Affairs Intern

Strada Education Foundation • Washington, DC

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Strada Education Foundation is hiring an Executive Affairs Intern for its 13-week summer internship program. The role is divided among three areas: events management (40%), strategic support (40%), and internal communications (20%). Projects will be tailored to the intern’s skill level and interests.

The intern will support planning for primarily external events, including the State Opportunity Index event and other in-person and virtual convenings, and coordinate logistics with internal and external partners. They will assist the Chief of Staff with targeted initiatives that may include a strategic project developed with the CEO, an analytical project advancing cross-team efforts, or coordination focused on the Focus States effort. They will also work with the internal communications lead and staff across teams to identify organizational news, events, and external mission progress.

The program provides paid, hands-on experience in social impact, exposure to nonprofit operations and organizational leadership, functional projects with colleagues across teams, and professional development activities. The internship runs May 18, 2027, through August 13, 2027. Interns must be based in Washington, DC and available for the full duration. The position is hybrid, with at least two in-office days per week: Tuesdays and one department-specific day. Additional office days may be needed for professional development workshops, special guests, and events. Travel of up to 15% may be available for professional development, conferences, and workshops.

Requirements

• Be at least one year out of high school and currently enrolled in or accepted into a postsecondary education or training program, such as college, an apprenticeship, or a boot camp.
• Be based in Washington, DC and available for the entire internship period, May 18, 2027, through August 13, 2027.
• Be able to work at least 30 hours per week.
• 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 self-motivated, able to work independently, and open to feedback.
• Show a passion for promoting equitable opportunities in education and employment.
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to collaborate, contribute, and enhance the experience of the internship cohort.
• Submit a resume, a cover letter detailing interest in the internship, and a Loom video following the provided instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Zoom and Slack.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and logistics for primarily external events, including the State Opportunity Index event and other in-person and virtual convenings.
• Liaise with internal and external partners to advance event planning and logistics.
• Assist the Chief of Staff with targeted initiatives, potentially including a strategic project developed with the CEO, an analytical project advancing cross-team efforts, or coordination focused on the Focus States effort.
• Connect with staff across teams to surface organizational news, events, and external mission progress for internal communications.
• Participate in internship projects, skill-building activities, speaker series, informational interviews, and other professional development events.

Benefits

• Paid internship at $22.75 per hour for undergraduates or $25 per hour for graduate students.
• Learning and professional development opportunities within the organization and with external partners.
• Exposure to nonprofit, postsecondary education, and workforce development sectors through leadership speaker series, lunch-and-learns, and industry interviews.
• High-impact work experiences and functional skills through rotational work and real-world projects.
• Coaching and mentorship from supervisors and executives.
• Professional networking through community events and leadership exposure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed