Marketing Strategy & Operations Intern

Risepoint

22h

About The Position

Risepoint assists primarily regional universities in increasing their access and impact by making their academic programs available to students online. Founded in 2007, Risepoint mission is to expand access to high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education, especially for working and adult students. Risepoint brings single-minded dedication to student success, an integrated set of services, and data-driven performance to our collaboration with university partners The Impact You Will Make We're seeking a driven, highly motivated MBA Intern to join our Marketing & Operations Strategy group. As a Marketing Strategy & Operations Intern, you will gain exposure to all aspects of strategy work, including functional and commercial strategies in our product, marketing, revenue, and enrollment services functions. Through mentorship from senior members of the leadership team, you will help conduct analysis to shape Risepoint’s key strategic initiatives. Working on a cross-functional project basis, you will be responsible for helping to structure problems, develop hypotheses, and deliver value-add strategic recommendations to drive overall business growth. You can expect: Weekly Schedule: Join us for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, gaining valuable hands-on experience. Duration: Your start and end dates will be based on your availability and academic schedule High intensity, high impact projects with rewarding career development and growth. A dynamic and fast-paced work environment that requires agility and adaptability to meet evolving business needs. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and exposure to various stakeholders, including executive leadership. How You Will Bring Our Mission to Life What You Will Do

Requirements

• Minimum of 2–4 years of work experience, preferably in management consulting, a startup, or strategy and business operations
• Must be currently enrolled in an MBA program.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to conceive and execute quantitative analysis and deliver data-driven insights.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.

Nice To Haves

• Structure and Project Management skills (frameworking, task prioritization, stakeholder management, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative problem-solving mindset and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, driving change through influence.
• Previous internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis, including cost-benefit analysis, ROI assessments, and business case development, to support partner specific decision-making.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data, identify key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide insights on performance trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Utilize data-driven insights, ranging from customer performance to internal operations, to identify areas of improvement and develop actionable recommendations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of business transformation initiatives, including the design of new operating models, process reengineering, and change management strategies.
• Form a deep understanding of Risepoint's processes, systems/tools, personnel, strategic direction, and broader market ecosystem (university partners, marketing channels, contact center operational dynamics).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern