JOB TITLE: Program Intern, Scholarship and Education Initiatives
REPORTS TO: Senior Program Manager, Scholarship and Education Initiatives
HOURLY RATE: $17/hour – average of 10-15 hours per week
EFFECTIVE DATE: 1/25/2027 – 5/1/2027
LOCATION: Flinn Foundation, 1802 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004
WORK ENVIRONMENT: In-office, with two offsite Saturday events in the greater Phoenix area (1/30/2027 and 5/1/2027)
ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP: The program intern will support the day-to-day operations of the Flinn Scholars Program, from programming for current Scholars to alumni relations to university partnerships, gaining hands-on experience in how a highly selective merit-based scholarship program runs.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Support logistics for in-person and online events for scholarship recipients (annual recognition event, career-development sessions, alumni gatherings, etc.).
• Assist with communications to current Scholars, alumni, and university partners.
• Help maintain and organize Scholars program records and files.
• Support research and preparation for program planning and reporting.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize work, work independently, and collaborate with others.
• Ability to handle confidential materials and information with discretion.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• High-school diploma or GED required
• Actively enrolled in an accredited college or university in a degree-seeking program. Interest in secondary/post-secondary education, nonprofit management, or communications preferred.
• Authorized to work in the United States for the entire duration of the internship.
PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
• Reliable transportation to office and offsite events.
• Signed confidentiality / nondisclosure agreement provided by the Flinn Foundation.
TO APPLY: Please email the following to [email protected] with the subject line “Flinn Scholars Program Intern Application”:
1. Your resume
2. A brief statement (250 words maximum) responding to this prompt: “What interests you about this internship, and what do you hope to learn or contribute through the experience?”
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. For priority consideration, apply by Nov. 23.