Extended Learning & Enrichment Intern (Summer 2026)
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Job Location:
Washington, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Extended Learning& Enrichment Intern
Job Summary
The Extended Learning and Enrichment Intern is a versatile role focused on supporting summer programming and preparing facilities for the upcoming academic year.The intern will gain valuable experience in the field of education and contribute to the success of KIPP DCs mission. This is a summer intern role that runs for 9 weeks (June 1 2026 - July 31 2026) based on KIPP DC campuses with an anticipated start date of June 1st 2026.
About KIPP DCFor 25 years KIPP DC has partnered with students families and the community to create joyful academically excellent schools across the nations capital. Today our network of 22 schools educate more than 7500 students in grades PreK3-12 supported by 1500 dedicated teachers leaders and staff.
Our work is grounded in five pillarsAcademic Excellence Joy & Sense of Belonging Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders Safe Structured and Nurturing Learning Environments and Commitment to College Readinesswhich ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge skills and confidence to pursue success in college careers and beyond. Our schools combine high expectations with joyful affirming environments that nurture academic success and personal growth for students and staff alike.
As part of the national KIPP network we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington D.C. Together we strive toward a future without limits for our students alumni and community.
About the TeamThe Extended Learning and Enrichment team is seeking motivated interns to support our comprehensive Summer 2026 programming. This role is vital in ensuring a high-quality summer experience for students while simultaneously preparing our facilities and systems for the upcoming academic year. You will work at the intersection of operations student culture and administrative support to facilitate a strong summer experience for students.
About the Role
The Extended Learning and Enrichment Intern for Summer 2026 supports the implementation of summer programming while preparing facilities and systems for the upcoming academic year. The role is divided equally across four key areas: managing attendance systems and data reporting; assisting with building operations and classroom logistics; supporting student culture through PBIS data management and event coordination; and providing administrative support for out-of-school-time enrollment and communication. Success in this position requires technical proficiency in Google Docs strong organizational skills to handle varied tasks and the ability to manage both physical and administrative duties in a school environment.This is a Non-exempt position and will report to the Managing Director of Extended Learning & Enrichment.
Location and Type of Work
As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. Schools operate in person and our students and families rely on us for in-person support which requires this position to be fully on-site. This role is currently required to be on-site or in schools during regular work hours.
Responsibilities
Attendance Systems & Monitoring (25%)
- System Development: Design and implement systems to help school teams record accurate daily attendance and track student tardiness.
- Data Management: Enter attendance for tardy students and perform building sweeps to verify that physical attendance matches digital records
- Communication: Make daily outreach calls for absent students and report attendance trends to school and regional leadership.
Building Preparation & Operations (25%)
- Logistics: Support leaders and teachers with the delivery of materials and the physical setup/breakdown of classrooms.
- Systems Setup: Assist in establishing operational flows for student arrival dismissal and lunch service.
- Transition Support: Work with partners and school leaders to break down buildings at the end of summer and prepare them for the new school year.
Student Culture & Engagement (25%)
- PBIS Data: Support school teams by managing data entry for student incentive systems.
- Student Incentives: Facilitate the daily operations of the campus school store including inventory management.
- Events: Assist school teams and external vendors in coordinating student celebrations and designing systems for field trips.
Out-of-School-Time Support (25%)
- Enrollment: Directly support the Director of Out-of-School Time with the aftercare enrollment process.
- Organization: Manage classroom materials and resources dedicated to out-of-school-time programming.
- Communications: Develop and post flyers signage and other materials to welcome children and families to the building.
- General Admin: Support with various administrative tasks as they arise to prepare for the school year.
Required Qualifications (3-5):
- High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Google Docs is required.
- Experience with Canva is a plus for developing flyers and classroom signage.
- Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for parent outreach and team collaboration.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 10 pounds
- Ability to stand frequently
- Physical Ability: Comfortable moving classroom materials and navigating the building for attendance sweeps.
- Ability to travel across KIPP DC schools and throughout Washington DC.
Demonstrated Excellence in the Following Areas:
- Commitment to Students and Schools: Demonstrates commitment to education reform believing in every childs potential for success and prioritizing students schools and the essential role of families.
- Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving: Finds creative solutions to challenges that achieve broader goals of team and organization.
- Project Management: Sets a high bar for own work and supports others to achieve desired team outcomes.
- Communications and Influence: Demonstrates adept communication skills and influence to advance work by adjusting content and style.
- Teamwork: Contributes to a supportive team culture fostering diverse work styles and maintaining a high performance standard.
- Trust and Collaboration: Establishes and nurtures effective relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders to support the best outcomes for our work.
- Cultural Humility: Advances KIPP DCs commitment to anti-racism by creating a diverse equitable and inclusive environment for all stakeholders.
- Continuous Learning: Commits to continuous learning through feedback self reflection humility and action.
Benefits & Compensation
The KIPP DC summer internship program offers a competitive hourly wage of $18.00 allowing you to gain valuable experience while earning a decent income. Interns are eligible to work up to 30 hours per week providing flexibility to balance your work and personal life.
Please note that the program will follow the KIPP DC HDQ holiday calendar which includes two unpaid holidays: Juneteenth (June 19) and the 4th of July observation (July 3) giving you time to celebrate and recharge.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against or tolerate discrimination against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including but not limited to actual or perceived race color national origin immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal DC state or local law) religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) age physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation gender (including gender identity or expression) marital status (including domestic partnership status) genetic information political affiliation pregnancy family responsibilities personal appearance veteran status uniform service member status status of being unemployed status of victim a survivor of domestic violence sexual offense or stalking matriculation or any other protected class under federal state DC or local law.
Click here or here to review KIPP DCs non-discrimination policy and KIPP DCs Title IX Coordinators contact information.
Please Note: If you encounter difficulties submitting your application or fail to receive a confirmation email after applying kindly reach out to Danica Cunningham at . Please include your name resume and specify the role you are applying for in your email. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
KIPP DC is a community of high-performing, public schools committed to excellence, equity, and justice.
