Summer Intern

Zeta Summer Internship Program

Do you want to learn about all the work that goes into launching a new school year and work with passionate, mission-oriented individuals?  As a part of our Zeta Summer Internship Program, you will gain invaluable knowledge of what goes into schooling by supporting our schools and staff in preparation for the 2024-25 school year.

About the Internship

Zeta Summer Interns will have a strong work ethic, be extremely dependable, and be able to manage multiple tasks at once in a strategic, organized way. You will work with and learn from a team of mission-driven, high-achieving, passionate colleagues to help Zeta succeed in its mission to build and sustain high-performing schools that forge thriving communities of lifelong learners, problem solvers, and innovators.

This internship offers the unique opportunity to learn about various aspects of preparing for a new school year, while working with and shadowing colleagues who have worked in various careers including teaching, school administration, operations, law, consulting, finance, etc. 

Responsibilities

• Work side-by-side with our Operations, Professional Learning, Family Outreach, and/or People Operations teams to organize and prepare Zeta for the 2024-25 school year
• Support with the set-up and front- and back-of-house logistics of Summer Zeta U, our summer professional development program, for all Zeta staff members 
• Support with the onboarding process for new hires, both before they get to Zeta and after
• Support with our student recruitment and enrollment efforts, including inventory management
• Assist Zeta’s transition to a new inventory system by inventorying items in our school buildings and for Network teams
• Set up and organize classrooms, restock and organize storage spaces, and support with beautifying the schools in preparation for staff and students

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for the mission, vision, and core values of Zeta Charter Schools
• Strong work ethic and a willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong problem-solving mentality and attention to detail
• Desire to work tirelessly and collaboratively in order to ensure our schools are 100% ready for staff and students heading into the 2024-25 school year

Logistics

• This will be a full-time internship that will be in-person at one of our Zeta Schools (Scaffolded 8-hour shifts from 10am-6pm; 8am-4pm; and 7:30am-3:30pm Monday-Friday)
• The internship duration is 6 weeks long, beginning on July 8, 2024 and run through August 16, 2024
• Please note - we will be giving priority to applicants who can commit to the entire program. However, if you are only available for a portion of these dates, you may still apply for this internship. 
• We are accepting applications from college students for this position

Compensation

• This internship comes with a $2,500 stipend for the summer.

About Zeta

At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission.

Currently, we operate multiple elementary and middle schools in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan. We plan to grow and open 1-2 schools each year because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. Intern with our growing team today, and be a change agent for children.

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Equity is at the heart of our mission. We have a deep commitment to pursuing diversity and striving for equity. Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Work authorization is required (candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.).