Extended Learning

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 DC's mission. This is a summer intern role that runs for 9 weeks (June 1, July 31, 2026), based on KIPP DC campuses with an anticipated start date of June 1st, 2026.

About KIPP DC
For 25 years, KIPP DC has partnered with students, families, and the community to create joyful, academically excellent schools across the nation's capital. Today, our network of 22 schools educate more than 7,500 students in grades PreK3-12, supported by 1,500 dedicated teachers, leaders, and staff.

Our work is grounded in five pillars–Academic Excellence, Joy & Sense of Belonging, Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders, Safe, Structured, and Nurturing Learning Environments, and Commitment to College Readiness–which 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 Team
The 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 2026–2027 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.

Requirements & Preferences

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 child's 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 DC's 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.

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