Intern - College and Alumni Success

IDEA Public Schools•Weslaco, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Intern supports IDEA’s mission by contributing to day-to-day team operations, project execution, and administrative priorities while developing foundational professional skills in a collaborative work environment. This is a full-time hybrid remote position based in Texas, with preference for candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, or Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or are willing to relocate. Travel to IDEA training events or step-back may be required. The intern supports the assigned team with operational, administrative, and project-related tasks; organizes and maintains information; prepares materials for team initiatives; and assists with special projects. The role also involves maintaining shared resources, documenting project milestones and deliverables, supporting events and meetings, learning department workflows, and identifying opportunities to improve organization and efficiency.

Requirements

Knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to sit for extended periods without leaving the work area.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry or otherwise move 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

IDEA Public Schools graduate.
Enrolled in an AA or BA program with a minimum of 30 credit hours.
Experience setting and achieving ambitious personal and professional goals.

Responsibilities

Support the assigned team with daily operational, administrative, and project-related tasks.
Organize, track, and maintain information relevant to team priorities.
Prepare summaries, reports, presentations, or other materials to support team initiatives.
Support special projects and follow-up activities as assigned.
Maintain shared resources, files, trackers, or digital content used by the team.
Document project milestones, action items, and deliverables.
Participate in department events, planning activities, or cross-functional initiatives as assigned.
Provide logistical or administrative support for meetings, communications, and team deliverables.
Observe and learn department workflows, systems, and processes.
Identify opportunities to improve organization and efficiency.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of team and organizational priorities.