Programs and Community Engagement Intern

Summer 2026

Join an amazing team. Do amazing work.

Reading Is Fundamental is committed to a literate America by inspiring a passion for reading among all children, providing quality content to make an impact and engaging communities in the solution to give every child the fundamentals for success. As the nation's largest children's literacy non-profit, Reading Is Fundamental maximizes every contribution to ensure all children have the ability to read and succeed.

Career Opportunity

We are seeking a Programs and Community Engagement Intern to support our programmatic work, with a particular focus on educational technology. Reporting to the Program Director, this role offers hands-on experience that bridges classroom learning with real-world application in a mission-driven organization.

What You'll Do:

  • Support the Programs Team with day-to-day operations, including communication with program sites, tracking program components, and providing general project support
  • Research trends and developments in the education technology (ed tech) space
  • Help strategize and develop communications to schools about Skybrary, RIF’s digital book platform
  • Identify and recruit local partners such as schools, childcare centers, and youth-serving nonprofits
  • Conduct outreach to program sites via phone, email, and mailings
  • Assist with book selection based on program themes and coordinate ordering
  • Track shipments of books and materials to ensure timely delivery to program sites
  • Complete a capstone project aligned with RIF’s program priorities and initiatives

What You'll Gain (Learning Objectives):

  • Experience supporting capacity-building efforts within a national nonprofit
  • Strong research, writing, and professional communication skills
  • Insight into children’s literacy challenges and the education landscape
  • Exposure to current trends in ed tech adoption across schools and districts

What You'll Bring:

  • A passion for nonprofit work, education, youth development, or social impact
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in communications, education, social justice, or a related field
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • A proactive, self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); openness to learning new tools and systems

Salary, work environment, and benefits:

  • $18.40 - $18.40 per hour
  • Part-Time or Full-Time (30–40 hours/week)
  • Temporary (Summer 2026)
  • Hybrid work environment (Onsite 3x a week)

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