Want to work directly with the CEO of a successful multinational nonprofit educational organization to explore ways to boost the organization’s competitive edge? CK-12 Foundation is recruiting a stellar intern with a background and/or interest in education to fulfill this unique paid internship opportunity.
Skills
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills
- Ability to conduct qualitative research and synthesize research results
- Ability to search database and identify relevant reports
- Basic literacy of quantitative method and understand how to interpret data in reports
- Ability to communicate complex information and ideas
- Strong writing and verbal ability
- Familiarity with edtech industry is a plus
Internship Benefits
- Paid internship: $24.00 – $30.00 hourly based on grade level and experience
- Learn the ropes at a leading education technology non-profit
- Contribute to free high-quality education resources for all
- Impressive resume builder
- Free lunch and unlimited snack bar
Responsibilities
- Investigate and explore tactics other organizations and companies use to get users and brainstorm potential ways to do it better.
- Identify the business models companies evolve to become successful.
- Understand the rapidly evolving ed tech landscape to help figure out how CK-12 can best position itself (Ex: ChatGPT, Large Language Models, etc.).
- Draft, synthesize and compile reports and present research findings
Requirements
- Education: Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program pursuing a degree in business or a related field. Recent graduates will also be considered.
- Experience in business analytics and research is a plus.
- Able to commit to a minimum of 12 weeks (20 hrs a week), with the potential for increased hours.
- This is an onsite, in-person position based in the CK-12 office in Palo Alto. This will require following all applicable health and security procedures.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and cover letter to internships@ck12.org. In your cover letter, make sure to explain why you’d be a great fit at CK-12. Feel free to also include any instructor recommendation letters.
