Strada Education Foundation: Information Technology Intern

Strada Education Foundation • Washington, DC

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Information Technology Intern will gain practical experience supporting Strada Education Foundation’s mission and operations. The role supports work across helpdesk support, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, relationship management, and project and communications work.

This is a paid, 13-week summer internship running May 18, 2027, through August 13, 2027, with a minimum of 30 hours per week. Interns must be based in Central Indiana or the Washington, D.C., area and available for the full program. The position is hybrid, with at least two days in the office each week: Tuesdays and one additional department-specific day. Additional office attendance may be required for workshops and special events, and travel of up to 15% may be needed for the Professional Development Program.

Interns take part in a cohort-based program that includes hands-on functional work, real-world projects, rotational work with colleagues across teams, leadership exposure, speaker series, lunch-and-learns, informational interviews, coaching, mentorship, and professional networking.

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 Central Indiana or the Washington, D.C., area and available for the entire internship program.
• 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 Workspace.
• Be self-motivated and able to work independently while being open to feedback.
• Show 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.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Zoom, Slack, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support helpdesk support, cybersecurity, and cloud engineering efforts.
• Contribute to relationship management, project, and communications work.
• Participate in rotational work and real-world projects with colleagues across teams.
• Engage in professional development activities, including speaker series, lunch-and-learns, industry interviews, workshops, and community events.

Benefits

• Paid internship at $22.75 per hour for undergraduate students or $25 per hour for graduate students.
• Coaching, mentorship, and professional networking opportunities.
• Learning and professional development opportunities, including leadership exposure, speaker series, lunch-and-learns, industry interviews, workshops, and community events.
• Hands-on functional experience and real-world projects.

What This Job Offers

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