Equity & Inclusion Intern (Summer 2026)
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Equity & Inclusion Intern
Job Summary
The intern role is an integral part of the Academic team, ensuring all curriculum materials are reset for the upcoming school 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, 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 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 Equity and Inclusion team at KIPP DC leads the region’s efforts to confront systemic inequities and embed anti‑racist practices across schools and offices. They partner with leaders, design professional learning, and spearhead initiatives like the Equity Fellowship, Black Male Educator Convening, and Pride Summit to ensure equity is at the center of policies, practices, and culture. Through this work, they help create environments where every student, staff member, and family feels seen, valued, and supported to thrive.
About the Role
In this summer internship, you’ll support the Equity and Inclusion team in preparing for key equity initiatives and professional development programs that will take place during the school year. You’ll help create materials and manage logistical components for the E&I team’s various workshops and trainings, prepare network-wide communications, and conduct research on relevant equity issues, gaining hands-on experience in DEI-focused project work. This role provides a unique opportunity to learn about equity and inclusion in action while contributing to meaningful initiatives that support KIPP DC students, staff, and school leaders.This is a non-exempt position and will report to the Director of Equity & Inclusion.
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. This position will generally work independently and not regularly interface with students, families, or school teams. This position will primarily work from our headquarters office to maintain a connection to their colleagues and foster a sense of cross-functional collaboration. Because of the nature of this position’s work, this will allow for hybrid flexibility. This role will have approximately 50% flexibility to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Program & Event Preparation (50%)
- Assist with planning, organizing, and preparing materials and logistics for upcoming professional development sessions and equity initiatives.
- Create and compile handouts, guides, and other materials to support school-year programs.
- Help track program participation, engagement, and other details to support the team’s ongoing initiatives.
- Assist with scheduling, communications, and other prep work to ensure smooth execution of school-year initiatives.
Requirements & Preferences
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (at least 1 year completed.)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to manage short and long term projects to meet benchmarks
- Works independent with input
- Familiarity with google suite
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to travel across KIPP DC schools to help support summer professional development sessions.
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.
Click here or here to review KIPP DC’s non-discrimination policy and KIPP DC’s Title IX Coordinator’s 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 danica.cunningham@kippdc.org. 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.