Think Together is a nonprofit organization dedicated to changing the odds for kids through expanded education programs, like afterschool programs, early learning, student services and school improvement.

Interns will be placed with a department in Think Together’s Home Office based on their academic background, professional skills, interests, and goals. Under the mentorship of designated staff members, interns will work both independently and collaboratively with their departments on projects that support Think Together’s mission and operations. Interns will gain a broad understanding of how a particular department functions within the context of a large nonprofit organization and will develop skills and knowledge related to their academic and professional goals. Interns will also have opportunities to attend regular staff speaker series and professional development sessions.

The Innovations Lab Intern will support Think Together’s Innovations Lab initiative in the field of Education and Expanded Learning systems design.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Research and evaluate innovative solutions for Education and Expanded Learning systems design.

• Conduct market research on cost analysis of new expanded learning programs and experiences.

• Assist in drafting and editing briefing tools to support the implementation of new Think Together initiatives.

• Support with the integration of Think Together’s new Innovations Lab systems and procedures.

• Assist with collecting and inputting data into Salesforce.

• Participate in team meetings, Home Office meetings, and cross-department meetings as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Strategist.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Proficiency in project management skills, as well as insight into the importance of project management in a large organization.

• Exposure to the Design Thinking Framework to come up with creative project solutions.

• Access to a variety of leaders in the field of education.

TRAINING:

• General employer orientation, which may include safety trainings.

• Weekly scheduled one-on-one mentor meetings.

• Staff speaker series and professional development sessions.

• If able, participate in collaborative site walks and culminating events.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in progress – Candidates must be at least a rising junior or senior in college, having completed at least 2 years of undergraduate coursework.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Passion and enthusiasm for education, nonprofit administration, and/or community service.

HOURS/LOCATION:

• Start date: June 2025

• End date: 10-12 weeks from start date or in alignment with college or university requirements

• 15-25 hours per week

• Hybrid role, working both remotely and in-office at Think Together’s Santa Ana headquarters, with some local travel for school site events or activities

COMPUTER SKILLS:
• Familiarity or comfort with remote/hybrid work tools such as: Outlook, Microsoft 365 Suite, Zoom/MS
Teams, cloud sharing
• Use of typical office equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Moderate Noise (examples: typical office noise)
• Stand, Walk, Sit (in general office environment)
• Computer Screen visual in performance of role
• Lift up to 10 pounds
• Travel up to 10%

COMPENSATION:
• $20.50 hourly rate