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Junior Power Platform AI & Automation Engineer

1919 Gallows Road Suite 700 Vienna VA 22182; 218 West Water Street Suite 400 Charlottesville VA 22902

Company Introduction

WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways.

Job Description:

WorldStrides is seeking a Junior Power Platform AI & Automation Engineer to join our IT Engineering team and support the design and delivery of AI-driven, automation, and low-code solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Copilot Studio, and the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.  This entry-level role is ideal for an early-career professional with foundational experience (academic, internship, or professional) who is eager to learn, build, and grow in the areas of workflow automation, AI-assisted tools, and low-code development. The right candidate will be curious, collaborative, and motivated to develop technical skills while contributing to meaningful automation initiatives across the organization.  In this role, you will work closely with senior engineers, solution architects, and business stakeholders to help streamline internal processes, digitize workflows and forms, and support the responsible adoption of Microsoft Copilot and automation technologies. You will gain hands-on experience designing and implementing solutions that improve operational efficiency and enhance the digital workplace.

Responsibilities 

  • Assist in building and supporting Power Apps (Canvas and/or Model-Driven) and AI Agents for internal business processes
  • Help develop and maintain Power Automate workflows for approvals, notifications, and basic process automation
  • Support data integration using Dataverse, SharePoint Online, or SQL Server
  • Gain hands-on exposure to Microsoft Copilot features, AI-assisted workflows and AI Agents
  • Assist with basic Power BI reporting and operational dashboards
  • Help ensure data accuracy, permissions, and basic governance standards are followed.
  • Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and collaborate with senior engineers and business analysts
  • Document solutions and continuously learn Microsoft Power Platform best practices
  • Work closely with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver custom solutions that align with organizational goals.
  • Work closely with Worldstrides AI Employee Resource Group, citizen developers and makers at Worldstrides to support their efforts to adopt and use MSFT Copilot and Power Platform tools 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field 
    or equivalent academic, internship, or hands-on experience
  • 0–2 years of experience working with Microsoft technologies 
  • Exposure to Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot Studio, SharePoint Online, or Dataverse
  • Basic understanding of data concepts and workflow automation
  • Strong willingness to learn, problem-solve, and take guidance
  • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Work Perks:

  • Fun & driven environment.
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match.
  • 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days.
  • Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually.
  • Opportunities for paid and discounted travel.
  • Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities.
  • Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.
  • Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave.
  • Team Member Discount Program.

 

 

WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas. 

 

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