Data and Evaluation Intern

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:

The Hidden Genius Project is a non-profit headquartered in Oakland, California, that trains and mentors Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills to transform their lives and communities. The Hidden Genius Project seeks to reveal the true potential of Black male youth and empower them to become leaders who drive change from within their communities.

Through a student-centered, project-based approach, we invest in young Black men, equipping them with technology training and connecting them to an ecosystem of innovation and empowerment. Since its founding in 2012 and establishment of a full-time infrastructure in 2015, The Hidden Genius Project has expanded to operate Intensive Immersion Programs in Oakland, Richmond (CA), Los Angeles, Detroit, Chicago, Atlanta, and Baltimore. As we continue our national growth trajectory in 2025, we remain committed to delivering impactful programming while navigating the evolving landscape of public health challenges. Our vision is to continue expanding our reach and positively impacting thousands of young Black males and their communities.

JOB IDENTIFICATION:Job Title:  Data and Evaluation InternDepartment: ProgramsSupervisor Title: Learning and Evaluation DirectorPOSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:The Data and Evaluation Intern will support The Hidden Genius Project's data systems and reporting functions, contributing directly to the organization's mission of training and mentoring Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with Salesforce, Google Workspace, and other technical platforms, offering an opportunity to develop data management, cybersecurity-adjacent, and administrative IT skills that are valuable for future workforce opportunities.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Essential Functions:Salesforce Data Entry & Management

• Enter, update, and clean data within Salesforce.
• Support account management tasks, including account creation, sign-ins, and password resets.
• Assist with manual stipend entry and onboarding completion checks across sites.

Cybersecurity & Technical Systems Support

• Apply secure practices in handling account recovery, password resets, and system access.
• Monitor assessment distribution and survey data integrity to ensure confidentiality and accuracy.
• Troubleshoot basic technical issues related to Salesforce, Google Workspace, and related tools.

Data Reporting & Evaluation

• Support quarterly and end-of-year reporting through data compilation and light analysis.
• Assist with survey programming, distribution, and response monitoring.
• Provide basic reporting support for programmatic and evaluation needs.

Email and Communication Systems

• Help create and manage Google Groups/listservs.
• Generate organizational emails and assist with email account/password recovery.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Support additional organizational initiatives, community engagement efforts, and national programming as needed.
• Contribute to ongoing curriculum development and refinement.
• Assist with event planning, logistics, and facilitation.

General All-Staff Responsibilities: 

• Engage and mentor youth participants and colleagues through hands-on learning experiences.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all program participants.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to optimize program delivery.
• Participate in professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Support a broad range of operational tasks outside of the standard job scope to ensure youth success, including logistical support, crisis response, and creative problem-solving.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Required:

• Demonstrated interest in technology, data management, or cybersecurity.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Commitment to The Hidden Genius Project's mission, youth development model, and the success of those around you.
• Experience working in nonprofit, youth development, education, or technology sectors.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and mentorship skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required by the program schedule.
• Adaptability to perform both essential, non-essential, and general functions to meet program demands.
• Understanding of the nonprofit sector's dynamic nature, where responsibilities may extend beyond the defined job description to address real-time organizational and youth needs.

Desired:

• Familiarity with Salesforce, Google Workspace, or other database systems.
• Prior experience in technical troubleshooting, password resets, or account management.
• Interest in pursuing a career in technology, cybersecurity, or data systems.

ROLE OVERVIEW:Role Location: Central Site (Oakland, CA)Status: Intern (part time/ full time hours) Schedule: [Total hours per week], starting [start time], including evenings and weekends as needed.

Manages: N/A

Years of experience: 0-3

Working relationships:  At each location, site team members work closely with their immediate team, supervisor, and key leadership to support daily operations and program success. They also connect with colleagues in similar roles across different locations to share best practices and strengthen our collective impact. Central team members provide organization-wide support, collaborating across departments and locations to ensure seamless operations and strategic growth. Together, every team member plays a vital role in advancing our mission.

Our organization operates within a dynamic structure that supports both site-based and central team roles. Site-based team members play a key role in our 15-month youth program, with an immersive summer schedule (Monday-Friday, between 7 AM - 6 PM for seven weeks) and a structured fall schedule that includes full-time hours, one evening per week, and one Saturday per month. Meanwhile, central team members maintain a Monday-Friday schedule (typically between 7 AM - 6 PM), supporting organizational needs through strategic initiatives, cross-functional collaboration, and efforts beyond core job duties. Regardless of role, every team member contributes to our shared mission and the success of our Geniuses.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The Hidden Genius Project operates in a dynamic and flexible work setting to best support our mission and the needs of our youth. We are flexible but require an onsite commitment for the first year of employment. Site-Based Roles: Staff in these roles work from programming locations within local communities. These locations have traditionally included school sites, faith-based institutions, and other commercial or community spaces designated for youth development programs. Site-based roles require adaptability to varying facilities and settings, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for program delivery. Site-based roles have the flexibility to work remotely as approved by supervisors and within our workplace policy and program needs. Central Team: Primarily based between our headquarters in Oakland and our Los Angeles site in CA, both feature a modern office setting. While many responsibilities are managed from a central location, team members have the flexibility to work remotely as needed and within our workplace policy. Remote work arrangements require supervisor approval, proactive communication, self-discipline, and the ability to collaborate effectively across time zones and locations. General Work Conditions:

• Requires occasional travel for site visits, events, and meetings.
• Collaboration with staff, partners, and youth may extend beyond traditional work hours to meet programmatic and organizational demands.
• Flexibility is key in this role, as responsibilities may shift based on programmatic needs and youth engagement.

BENEFITS OF THE ROLE:

• Exposure to real-world database management and secure account administration.
• Resume-building experience in Salesforce, data reporting, and survey programming.
• Opportunity to strengthen technical problem-solving and IT support skills.
• Direct mentorship and professional development within a dynamic nonprofit.
• Dynamic, collaborative, and purpose-driven work environment.
• Meaningful opportunity to impact the lives of Black male youth and other youth of color.
• Entrepreneurial organization with opportunities for innovation and leadership.
• Direct connection to industry professionals and networking opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth of a national nonprofit.

COMPENSATION:This is a non-pay internship.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Employees may occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly talk, and/or hear.
• Vision abilities required for maintaining safety in programming spaces.
• Ability to travel and supervise youth transportation as needed.
• National (and possibly international) travel is required.
• Non-traditional work demands: The nonprofit sector and our commitment to youth development require flexibility beyond a standard work structure, often necessitating engagement in unexpected situations and responsibilities.

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