KIPP DC

Executive Operations Intern (Summer 2025)

Summer Internship Program - Washington, DC - Full Time


Executive Operations Intern
 

Job Summary
The Executive Operations Intern role is an integral part of the Executive Operations Team, ensuring the development of a storytelling narrative for KIPP DC's 25th anniversary. This is a non-exempt, fully onsite role based at HDQ with an anticipated start date of June 2, 2024. This person will conduct interviews to help create the narrative for the anniversary celebration.


About KIPP DC

By 2025, KIPP DC will build upon two decades of proven results to develop into a more impactful, innovative, and inclusive school system that provides joyful, identity-affirming learning experiences so that all students and alumni achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Our work is grounded in a commitment to excellence, equity, and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous, relevant, and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented and diverse educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We believe students and teachers best succeed when surrounded by an ecosystem of supports, including our central headquarters team that supports KIPP DC’s 20 schools and two programs, 7,500 students, and 1,300 teachers, leaders, and staff members dedicated to this mission.


About the team

The Executive Operations Team at KIPP DC is the engine that keeps our leadership team running smoothly. We provide critical administrative and strategic support, freeing up valuable time and space for leaders to focus on what matters most: improving student outcomes. We're a dynamic team that wears many hats. We manage essential functions, navigate complex org- wide projects, and collaborate with a diverse range of leaders – from department heads to the KIPP Foundation and Board of Directors. Our strong external partnerships ensure we're constantly learning and innovating.

What Makes Us Special?

  • We're a team of individuals with a shared passion for education.
  • Our work directly contributes to KIPP DC's mission of providing students a future without limits
  • We leverage strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive success.

About the Role
This person will play a key role in documenting the history of KIPP DC in preparation for its 25th anniversary, conducting interviews and capturing videography to help create a compelling narrative. This work will connect directly to the Executive Operations Team's broader efforts to engage stakeholders, including funders, by sharing KIPP DC's impactful story and legacy.

This is a Non-Exempt position and will report to the Director of Executive Operations & Strategic Priorities.

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
Documentation of KIPP DC's History (50%)
  • Conduct interviews with key stakeholders, including staff, alumni, and community partners.
  • Capture video and written content to illustrate KIPP DC’s impact over the last 25 years.
  • Collaborate with the communications team to ensure alignment with KIPP DC's messaging and brand.
  • Organize and manage interview recordings and transcripts for easy access and future reference.
Narrative Creation for 25th Anniversary (20%)
  • Analyze gathered materials and craft a compelling, cohesive narrative about KIPP DC's journey.
  • Collaborate with the CEO to refine the narrative and ensure it meets strategic objectives.
  • Develop content that will be shared with stakeholders, including funders, partners, and community members.
  • Incorporate feedback from key stakeholders to improve and finalize the narrative.
Videography and Media Production (20%)
  • Support video production efforts, including filming and editing video content for the 25th anniversary celebration.
  • Work with the communications team to ensure high-quality visuals that align with the story being told.
  • Create short clips and promotional videos for internal and external use.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement (10%)
  • Regularly engage with team members and key collaborators to ensure the project is on track.
  • Coordinate with the development team to integrate the anniversary content into fundraising and engagement efforts.
  • Participate in regular meetings with key stakeholders to provide updates and gather feedback on project progress.


Requirements & Preferences

Required Qualifications (3-5):

  • High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (at least 1 year completed.) 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous Experience in multimedia Content Creation and Videography: Proven experience in creating compelling content, including video production, storytelling, and editing. Familiarity with videography tools, editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro), and content management platforms is highly preferred.
  • Strong Communication Skills: Ability to conduct interviews, gather insights, and translate them into clear, engaging narratives that resonate with various audiences.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to travel across KIPP DC schools, headquarters, and off-site meeting and event locations
 

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 $17.50, 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-June 20th) and the 4th of July, 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.

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