Intern, Chief of Staff

At PowerSchool, we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home, PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible, and a career with us means you’re joining a successful team committed to engaging, empowering, and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere.

Team Overview

Our Chief of Staff team oversees the cross-functional coordination of critical, highly visible strategic projects. With a focus on people, process, and systems, the Chief of Staff group helps direct key company priorities in coordination with the Executive Leadership Team.

Description

This part-time, 8-week, remote internship is designed as a professional learning experience. You will work directly with the Chief of Staff and Chief Executive Officer, gaining firsthand insights into how high-level business strategies are developed and executed. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring professionals to sharpen their analytical skills, build a strong strategic mindset, and develop a solid understanding of the education and technology landscape in the U.S.

You will be assigned to a strategic project focused on identifying new opportunities in the U.S. education sector. Your day-to-day job will consist of:

• Conducting in-depth research on the U.S. education market—exploring trends, budget priorities, funding mechanisms, and decision-making drivers.
• Analyzing data to validate strategic opportunities and informing high-impact business decisions.
• Performing a full market scan, including competitive positioning and industry ecosystem mapping.
• Creating a polished business pitch and executive presentation to be delivered to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT).
• Presenting a final business case and drafting a business plan at the conclusion of the apprenticeship.
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Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant field of study in an undergraduate or graduate level program (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to use public and industry data to assess and validate business opportunities.
• Strong analytical and research skills to support strategic projects and estimate level of effort.
• Experience conducting competitive analyses and mapping market ecosystems.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint with the ability to develop clear, compelling, and executive-ready presentations.
• Intellectual curiosity, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for making a difference in education.

Compensation & Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $20/hr USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; specific geographic location; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters.

EEO Commitment

PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accommodations@powerschool.com.