Job Application for Marketing Intern - NY Campus Events (2025-26) at Achievement First Network Support

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MARKETING INTERN - CAMPUS EVENTS

Start / End Date: September 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026 (9 month paid internship)

Team: Recruitment Team -Talent Outreach

Location: New York, NY

About Achievement First:

Achievement First is a growing network of 41 high-performing, tuition-free K–12 public charter schools in Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island. We're more than a network — we're a team of changemakers committed to educational equity and student success. Our students consistently outperform peers, and we support them from classroom to college. We believe in taking care of our communities — including the educators and advocates who help us thrive. We’re constantly learning, growing, and innovating to create lasting change in public education.

Your Path to Educational Leadership Starts Here!

Are you a passionate education major looking to make an impact while building your professional brand? Achievement First is seeking dynamic Marketing Interns to connect our charter network with future educators at your college!

🎓 THE OPPORTUNITY:

As a Marketing Intern - Campus Events for Achievement First, you'll connect our award-winning charter network and the next generation of education innovators at your campus. You'll build our brand presence through engaging events and strategic content creation while developing valuable marketing and leadership skills.

📋 WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Content Creation & Distribution: Share compelling education-focused content on your Instagram and LinkedIn 3x weekly (we provide the content!)
Original Storytelling: Create (3) original weekly stories showcasing your education journey and Achievement First's impact
Event Management: Plan and host monthly events, partnering with your School of Education
Campus Outreach: Set up and run information tables at campus events twice per semester
Partnership Building: Organize collaborative events with other student organizations to maximize engagement and brand awareness

💼 QUALIFICATIONS:

Current student or recent graduate with a focus in Education, Early Childhood Development, or a related field (e.g., Psychology, Human Development, Social Work, Marketing)
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
Proven experience in planning and executing campus events
At least one year of leadership experience on a student organization e-board
Strong campus connections
Excellent communication skills and professional social media presence

💰 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Compensation: $20 per hour, up to a maximum of 40 hours per month. Weekly hours may vary.
Performance Incentives: $250 for each successful hired referral (paid 90 days after start date), and subject to taxes.
Event Budget: Full funding for all campus initiatives and events
Professional Development: Hands-on experience in marketing, event planning, and educational recruitment
Exclusive Merchandise: Premium Achievement First branded items
Career Advancement: Direct connections with hiring managers and network building

🔍 APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit your resume
(Submit AFTER interview) Provide a reference letter from a manager/supervisor, professor, or club/organization advisor
Include your current transcript
Share your LinkedIn and Instagram profile links

⏳ SELECTION TIMELINE:

Application deadline
Initial phone interview
Project submission
Panel interview with leadership team
Final selection
Program launch: September 2025

Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus. You can learn more about diversity at Achievement First here: http://achievementfirst.org/about-us/diversity/

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This internship runs from September 2025 through May 2026. Are you available to begin on September 1, 2025? Additionally, do you anticipate any scheduling conflicts or barriers during the 9-month period that we should be aware of?

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Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that deeply values diversity. Achievement First provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Achievement First complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization is located. Achievement First expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about diversity and inclusiveness at Achievement First here:

http://www.achievementfirst.org/about-us/diversity/.

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Marketing Intern - NY Campus Events (2025-26)

Your Path to Educational Leadership Starts Here!

🎓 THE OPPORTUNITY:

📋 WHAT YOU'LL DO:

💼 QUALIFICATIONS:

💰 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

🔍 APPLICATION PROCESS:

⏳ SELECTION TIMELINE:

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