SCSC General Intern

State Charter Schools Commission of Georgia

Internship Exploring General Business & Beyond

The SCSC is looking for interns who are currently enrolled in undergraduate (junior or senior years preferred) or graduate programs relating to public policy, public administration, law, education, economics, communications, or a related field and are interested in learning more about the charter school administration and authorization process. Ideal candidates will demonstrate superior academic performance in their programs of study, strong communication skills, interest in and knowledge of the charter school movement, excellent analytical and research skills, proficiency with Excel and analytics software, and a willingness to support the agency in various capacities.

Interns can expect to gain valuable insight into Georgia government, education and compliance law, and the charter school and school choice movement. Interns will also participate in agency meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

• Conduct research and data analysis
• Attend and assist with agency meetings and trainings
• Draft internal documents
• Assist with compliance review, due diligence, and substantive review of state charter school petitions
• Support agency operations, communications, and engagement with stakeholders and agency staff

Interns are paid at a $18 hourly rate and are expected to work between 18 and 28 hours per week.