Rotational Entrepreneurship Program
A virtual, paid high school internship
About the Internship
In high school, one of the most valuable levers of growth lies in experimentation, hands-on projects, and mentorship. Interns admitted to the program will be given the opportunity to rotate between 8+ entrepreneurial foci and choose central areas of expertise. These areas, from website design to customer care, are critical to any burgeoning business -- from startups to small businesses. Interns will be mentored in each area, and will apply their learnings in hands-on, real world projects. These projects will give them tangible skills they can list on their resume, for future careers and internships.
Interns work remotely and are paid $8-$16.50/hour during the internship.
Rotational Entrepreneurial Foci
Below are examples of entrepreneurial foci that interns have the opportunity to rotate and learn from.
Interns are encouraged to choose foci that best suit their skills and interests.
Marketing & Design
Interns with an interest in art or marketing will learn and build expertise in branding & marketing development. Interns will then apply their skills in developing website & marketing designs.
Finance & Business Operations
Interns will identify areas of inefficiency and develop operational solutions to these inefficiencies. Interns will learn and build expertise in various business workflows and automation tools (Zapier, Airtable, Qualtrics, etc). Interns will learn and build expertise in basic business accounting skills and software.
Customer Care & People Operations
Interns with exceptional people skills will build expertise in providing care and support to our clients and tutoring team. Interns will help manage day-to-day people operations, from team announcements to customer care.
Website Code Development
Interns interested in developing hands-on coding skills will apply their code development skills to help develop our website. To qualify for this focus area, interns must have experience working in CSS, HTML, or JavaScript.
Writing
Interns with an interest and penchant for writing will learn the art of business writing & branding. Interns will then apply their skills in drafting newsletters, website copy, and other written material.
Search Engine Optimization
Interns will learn and apply skills in search engine optimization, improving website copy, and online marketing efforts.
Internship Elements
Below are elements of our internship we’ve developed to help our high school interns thrive and learn life-long entrepreneurial skills.
Work from Home / Virtual Internship
COVID-19 has changed the nature of work at Transform and businesses across the country. All interns will perform their duties from the comfort and safety of their homes. Interns must have access to technological facilities such as Zoom, Google Drive, etc., to partake in the internship.
Paid Internship
Interns will be paid for their work.
Independent Scheduling
Interns will be expected to complete their deliverables of the week, but are free to complete them according to their own schedule. Interns will meet with their mentor & team twice a week via teleconferencing (e.g. Zoom) to touch base on project progress. Interns are expected to dedicate at least 4 hours per week to project work.
Real World Leadership & Entrepreneurial Experience
Interns will be mentored alongside the leadership team at Transform Tutoring. They'll glean valuable, practical skills & experience for college applications, work resumes, and future internships. Students will have the freedom to choose the projects which best develop their long-term career interests.
Letter of Recommendation
Contingent on performing outstanding work at Transform, each intern will receive a glowing letter of recommendation at the end of their internship. We value our interns and will do everything we can to support them in pursuit of their goals and college dreams. At Transform, we strongly believe in steadfast support and mentorship, and providing above-and-beyond letters of recommendation are but one of many ways we support our high schoolers.
College Guidance & Mentorship
For their own personal development, students will receive college guidance & mentorship as a part of this internship program. Mentorship can involve course selection, tips on extracurricular planning & management, to college essay editing help. Our interns will work with the very best college guidance mentors on Transform’s team.
Qualifications
Excellent Communicator
Able to interact with team members in a professional, respectful, and timely manner. Sharp written communication, verbal communication, and organizational skills are required.
Conscientious
Highly organized, and displays attention to detail. Is careful and meticulous in implementing the details and nuances of a work project.
Legally Authorized to Work
Must be at least 14 years of age or older, able to obtain a work permit, and legally authorized to work in the US. Must dedicate at least 4 hours per week for project work.
Integrity
Responsible, with strong ethical standards and personal integrity.
Proactive
Striving to go above and beyond what is required for the role. Ability to prioritize well and tackle challenges enthusiastically. Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results.
Independent & Resourceful
Able to meet deadlines and complete tasks and projects assigned. Able to navigate through ambiguity by providing clarity and directions.
Curiosity
Displays an appetite for learning and motivation to solve complex problems.
Technologically Adept
Familiar with virtual productivity tools such as Zoom, and G-Suite.
Transform Tutoring, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Application Process
1. Complete the Interest Form
Fill out the following 2-minute interest form.
2. Apply for the Position
Complete the official application form via the “Apply Here” button below before September 1, 2022, 11:59 pm PST.
Applicants are admitted on a rolling basis; as such, candidates are encouraged to apply sooner rather than later.
3. Interview
Selected interns will receive an invitation to interview within 2 weeks of an application submission.
FAQs
How long does the internship last?
The initial internship offer lasts 8 months. If interns enjoy the work, they are welcome to extend the internship.
What time of day are interns expected to work?
Interns will be expected to complete their deliverables of the week, but are free to complete them according to their own schedule. Weekly and mentoring meetings will be scheduled in advance, on a recurring basis.
Will an intern need to commute to a location?
No: due to COVID-19, our internship is fully remote, for the safety of students and staff.
I have more questions. Where can I ask them?
We are happy to answer any questions you have! Feel free to email Carmel, Director of Operations, at care@transformtutoring.org with any questions.
What is the weekly time commitment?
Interns can expect to spend between 4-5 hours per week on the internship.
What are some example projects an intern might complete?
Projects will vary based on an intern’s area of interest and skill set. An intern interested in design may work on developing marketing flyers and visually designing a drag-and-drop web page, while an intern interested in customer care and people operations may help email our tutors with updates, schedule syncs, and respond to customer emails and needs. An intern interested in writing may help write newsletters with updates about the educational space that parents receive. An intern in finance & business operations may learn how to develop financial reports in Quickbooks. An intern interested in website development may embed a calendar scheduling system into a website page. Finally, an intern interested in SEO will apply SEO best practices and optimizations to our website. Interns are not expected to have prior knowledge in these areas but are expected to learn these skills and apply them to real-world projects.
What is the timeline like? When will I hear about next steps?
After submitting an application, if you’re selected, we’ll reach out within 2 weeks.
I applied and have not heard back. What is my application status?
Our team takes approximately 2 weeks to review and extend interview offers to applicants. The applicant should assume the team is still reviewing an application if two weeks have not yet passed since (s)he submitted an application. If two weeks have passed since applying, the applicant should assume they have not been selected for the internship and should seek other opportunities.
After the application, can I chat with some tutors about their experience?
Absolutely! You are more than welcome to chat with current interns after you’ve received an offer letter.
Get in touch.
In some cases, parents may have questions regarding the internship, roles, or responsibilities. Please only request a call if you have questions not addressed in the FAQ above. In this case, feel free to request a call at the form here; a Transform Tutoring Coordinator will then give you a call to answer any further information regarding the internship. Note that calling on behalf of your student does not increase the likelihood of your student receiving an internship; students are fairly and equally assessed by the quality of their application and relevant experience.