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KIPP SoCal Public Schools Intern
full timeSST - School Success Team
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AT A GLANCE
Regional SupportFull TimeFull-Time Temporary
Who We Are KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our
About the role
Who We Are
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.
Mission
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.
What We Do
At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
Internship Overview
The KIPP SoCal Public Schools Intern will work within a department on the School Success Team (SST), which is the group of team members who support all functions that make our schools great! Interns will support a variety of project-based initiatives to ensure our students have wonderful experiences in our schools.
Each internship is designed to provide meaningful professional experience, hands-on skill development, and exposure to the daily functions of our organization. The Intern will be supervised by a designated supervisor within their assigned SST department and will receive regular check-ins, feedback, and opportunities for mentorship and skill development. See below for the available internships:
Click here to view the list of KIPP SoCal teams offering an internship experience. Once you start the application you'll be able to share which teams you're interested in pursuing.
Application closes on October 16, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Support new and ongoing projects by conducting research, organizing materials, and creating content
- Participate in sub-department and School Success team meetings and workgroups
- Support administrative operations such as scheduling, document preparation, and email communication
- Help maintain accurate records, files, and databases
- Perform data entry and conduct data analysis for program tracking and reporting
- Draft or edit documents, presentations, or outreach materials as needed
- Collaborate with team members to meet project goals and deadlines
- Complete additional assignments as assigned by designated by department staff
Requirements
- Must be a KIPP SoCal alumnus/alumna
- Currently enrolled in at least your second year of a postsecondary degree program or recent college graduate (within one year of graduation).
- Possess a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA
- Able to work ~25 hours per month
- Residency in the Los Angeles area is only required if hybrid or in-person work is needed; otherwise, internships are fully virtual
- Currently pursuing a degree aligned with the focus area of the department they are applying to (e.g., education, communications, liberal arts, or similar field).
- Ability to communicate effectively with KIPP SoCal staff, alumni, and external stakeholders
- Ability to take initiative and problem solve
- Proficient computer skills
- Commitment to confidentiality as it relates to alumni, staff, and organization records
- Exhibits professionalism and adheres to all KIPP SoCal policies and rules
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