TechGirls Spring Internships
Posted 2025-03-14International Exchange & Communications Internships
March 3 ? May 30, 2025
(Dates subject to adjustment and discussed at time of interview.)
Legacy International is offering two 3-month internships with TechGirls. Meaningfully
contribute to this dynamic international youth exchange initiative. Two internship ?tracks?
are available:
1. Track A: International Exchange intern focuses on program development,
monitoring and evaluation; or
2. Track B: Communications intern focuses on social media, marketing and storytelling.
These are remote internships for U.S.-based candidates.
Our Company. Our Mission. Our Culture.
Legacy International equips emerging leaders to transform their values and vision into
sustainable success. Our programs and services help people of all ages form collaborative
teams around shared values, develop entrepreneurial mindsets and business models,
promote social responsibility and lead to peaceful sustainable communities. Since 1979,
projects and initiatives have involved professionals, community leaders, and youths from
over 120 countries, with ongoing coaching and mentoring provided by Legacy?s Teams of
Excellence.
Legacy is funded by multiple federal and private grants, fee-for-service income, gifts,
and donations. Significant support comes from the U.S. Department of State. We have a
relaxed dress code and flexible scheduling. Legacy?s headquarters are in Bedford,
Virginia with additional teammembers working in the Washington, DC metro area.
TechGirls is a U.S. Department of State-sponsored international summer exchange
program designed to empower and inspire young women from around the world to
pursue careers in STEM..
General Responsibilities: For young professionals interested in international exchanges, Legacy can offer a way to meaningfully contribute as part of the TechGirls team. See how impactful, transformative international exchanges are developed. Support Legacy?s staff under supervision of the TechGirls Program Manager and Director in the following ways:
Track A - International Exchange intern focuses on program development, monitoring and
evaluation, and events/logistics:
? Provide events/logistics/curriculum support in preparation for the 2025
TechGirls program.
? Design training materials, provide administrative and logistical support, and
create and distribute surveys and evaluations.
? Provide support for TechGirls alumnae engagement opportunities including
TechGirls TechTalks, virtual meetings, etc.
? Support the onboarding of 2025 TechGirls and the collection and organization of
participant data.
Track B - Communications Intern focuses on social media, marketing and storytelling:
Support Legacy?s social media team to gather and share alumnae stories
? Create visual and written content for Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using
design tools such as Canva.
? Develop and update communication materials for alumnae, U.S. embassies,
communications, and partners.
? Design training materials, providing administrative and logistical support, and
creating and distributing surveys and evaluations.
? Assist in alumnae engagement through designing weekly alumnae newsletters,
quarterly updates, and event support.
Key Qualifications. Successful interns possess:
strong organizational skills
? strong verbal and written communication skills
? an ability to work independently while also working collaboratively on a team
given the remote nature of the position
? familiarity with platforms such as Google Drive, Canva and Learning Management
Systems (e.g. TalentLMS or Canvas)
? experience facilitating virtual events/meetings
? For Track A ; strong attention to detail and logistics capabilities
? For Track B: strong storytelling skills with an ability to create visual designs and
written content
Development Opportunities: Gain knowledge of U.S. Department of State exchanges and
how they are administered, develop materials that can be shared in your portfolio, and
establish networks for future employment opportunities in the field.
Hours & Compensation.
These internships pay a stipend of $1500 for the three-month period. (Note: this is
considered taxable income.)
? Schedule is determined by mutual agreement and initially discussed during;
interviews; Mondays through Fridays, 20+ hours/week. There may be occasional
hours on evenings and weekends, also by mutual agreement, to take advantage of
schedule fluctuations and learning opportunities that may present themselves.
Work Location: These are virtual internships (U.S.-based candidates only).
Essential Functions.
Ability to effectively communicate via varied communications platforms used in planning
and executing exchanges (Google Drive, Dropbox, Zoom, Skype, Instant Messenger, etc.)
? Ability to effectively communicate with staff and participants, and to provide necessary
instruction as needed.
? Cognitive and communication abilities to support complex events.
TO APPLY: To streamline our hiring process, we useWilloTalent.
(https://app.willotalent.com/invite/mg2zkJ/) In Willo, you will upload your resume and
answer four (4) questions from a quiet place of your choice. It is user friendly and you have
several chances to do retakes. Legacy staff will be in touch with you within 5-10 business
days after yourWillo submission.
Deadline: For priority consideration please apply by February 10, 2025 (Rolling;
application open until filled.)
Questions? Email Nix Bradly, HR Manager, [email protected]
Legacy International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks qualified applicants to represent diverse
geographical, ethnic, religious, and economic backgrounds. Our goal is to select the most qualified leaders for each
program. The competitive standards are set by each group of applicants. Only applicants meeting required
qualifications for the position will be considered.
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