[2025 Summer Internships] TIS Team

Organization: Results for America

Role: Salesforce/Data Analytics Intern

Location: Remote

Organization Overview

Results for America (RFA) is the leading, national nonprofit organization helping policymakers at all levels of government harness the power of evidence and data to solve the world’s greatest challenges. Our mission is to make investing in what works the “new normal,” so that, one day, all government leaders use rigorous evidence and quality data to inform important policy and funding decisions. We believe that data-driven and evidence-based policy decisions should be used to increase the impact of the over $2 trillion that governments spend annually to open opportunities and advance economic mobility. 

Program Overview

RFA’s 2025 summer internship program will run for approximately 10 weeks, from Monday June 2 - Friday, August 15, 2025. Over the course of this internship, all interns will be immersed in RFA’s programmatic and policy work by supporting one of RFA's innovative teams in achieving their strategic goals. Interns will work on various projects during their time at RFA, while also enjoying a range of learning and professional development opportunities. 

Interns will work virtually and will be expected to use their own internet/computers. Interns will also be assigned RFA email addresses for the duration of the summer.

Team Overview

The Technology and Impact Systems (TIS) Team within the Impact & Learning Team manages technology and data functions to support robust data infrastructure, insightful analysis, and meaningful impact measurement. This team ensures seamless system integration, data integrity, and accessibility to drive evidence-based decision-making. Key responsibilities include developing technical infrastructure, designing tools for analytics and visualization, and collaborating on metrics to link program outcomes to population-level impacts. By providing innovative data solutions, the TIS Team empowers RFA to translate data into actionable insights that advance its mission.

Position Overview & Requirements

RFA offers summer internships to individuals who are at least 18 years old and who have:

• Proficient computer skills, including Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); 
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills; 
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude, enthusiasm, professionalism, ambition, curiosity, and rigor in all that you do; 
• A commitment to Results for America’s mission and vision; 
• Respect for Results for America’s organizational values;
• Proficiency in Data Visualization and CRM Tools: Familiarity with tools like Tableau and Salesforce CRM Analytics (CRMA) for creating reports, dashboards, and visualizing data insights effectively.
• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy when cleaning and organizing data to ensure integrity and consistency.
• Salesforce Familiarity: Basic understanding of Salesforce or willingness to learn Salesforce functionalities such as reports, dashboards, and data import/export.
• Communication Skills: Ability to collaborate with team members, document processes clearly, and present findings in an understandable manner.
• Analytical Mindset: Interest in solving data-related challenges and deriving actionable insights from large datasets.

Position Responsibilities

1. Data Analysis and Management (30%)
• Assist with analyzing, organizing, and cleaning data to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Work on data-related projects such as updating workflows, optimizing dataflows, or reorganizing existing structures.
2. Dashboard Development and Reporting (30%)
• Create and update reports or dashboards to visualize key metrics and insights.
• Use tools like Salesforce CRM Analytics (CRMA) or Tableau to enhance data presentation and usability.
3. Documentation and Collaboration (25%)
• Document project workflows, updates, and best practices for future reference.
• Collaborate with team members to gather requirements and provide support on various data-related tasks.
• Update and maintain high-quality training documentation, including end-user manuals, tutorial videos and quick reference guides.
4. System and Security Enhancements (15%)
• Review and update system configurations, including security settings, to improve accessibility and compliance.
• Ensure data integrity and proper permissions across tools and reports.

Position Reporting Relationship

The intern will report directly to RFA Salesforce Admins, who lead the Technology & Impact Systems summer intern team. They will also receive guidance and support from Program Area team leads within RFA.

Rate of Pay

Individuals with 1-4 years of postsecondary education or relevant work experience in government or nonprofit organizations will be paid $27/hour. 

Individuals with 5 or more years of postsecondary education or relevant work experience in government or nonprofit organizations will be paid $32/hour.

The exact work schedule will be determined in coordination with the relevant RFA program lead.

How to Apply

To apply for a 2025 summer internship opportunity with RFA, please complete and submit all information in the application link

Please note that due to a high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to all applicants. If your application and materials reflect the skills we are looking for, we will email you to schedule an interview. Candidates who apply to multiple teams will not be considered.

RFA is an equal opportunity employer that values/celebrates diversity and that follows a policy of making all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, partnership status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses or stalking, military status, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state or local law.

Applicants for employment with RFA must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.