ECMC · 20 hours ago
Foundation Program Intern
Minneapolis, MN - Hybrid
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$25/hr - $25/hrECMC Foundation is a nationally focused foundation aimed at improving higher education for underserved populations. They are seeking a Foundation Program Intern to assist with programmatic activities, data and research-related projects, and operations that support their mission.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Assist with topical research on key issues and trends within the field of education and philanthropy
Perform literature scans and synthesize findings from academic journals, policy briefs, think tank publications, and other relevant sources that align with the Foundation’s priorities
Collaborate with program officers by providing support to applicants and grantees to further portfolio goals and learning objectives
Draft correspondence, which may include meeting material, emails, memos, reports, and presentations
Work independently and within a team on assigned projects and tasks
Maintain an organized system of tracking, monitoring and prioritizing tasks and projects
Support the integrity of the grants management system (Fluxx) by ensuring data is timely, complete, updated, and accurate
Collaborate with colleagues across the foundation through internal meetings and actively contribute to strategic discussions
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a master's degree program in education, public policy or related field at an accredited postsecondary institution
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and must reside in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area
Interest in deepening understanding of higher education and/or philanthropy
Demonstrated experience successfully leveraging interpersonal skills to communicate (written and verbal) effectively
Proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Acrobat, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and contribute to a collaborative environment
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a team environment, as well as independently or with little supervision
Preferred
At least one year of related internship and/or volunteer experience in education, the nonprofit sector or related fields
Demonstrated understanding of needed systems change in higher education
Demonstrated experience in project management and research
Knowledge of and/or lived experience in improving outcomes for underserved populations in postsecondary education
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
Company
ECMC
ECMC Group is a nonprofit corporation with a mission to help students succeed. It is a sub-organization of Educational Credit Management Corporation Group.
Founded in 1994
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Hawn
President & CEO
John McKennell
Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer
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