Youth Activities Specialist

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

This unique role will be a part of SpaceX’s education team. Our goal is to support the education of all children who are part of the Starbase SpaceX community. The role involves designing and leading bespoke Starbase youth programs, especially related to extracurriculars and camps.

• Design and execute camp programming (e.g., Summer Odyssey, Thanksgiving camp, winter break camp, spring break camps)
• Design a bespoke, rigorous, enriching aftercare program curriculum
• Create an intentional calendar of events and programs throughout the year that impacts all Starbase children
• Support the Starbase Education and Ad Astra teams in achieving their goals in academic excellence and social‑emotional wellness
• Lead groups of teachers and aides in executing programming
• Work with the broader Starbase community (e.g., parents) in further building youth programming

• Experience building and managing significant projects to high levels of success
• Experience working in education environments with strong achievement

• Has experience building and implementing programs
• Is passionate about disruptive educational opportunities
• Has experience in prioritization and time management
• Has experience in stakeholder management and presenting to senior leaders
• Is deeply curious and ready to learn and work hard in high pressure, fast‑paced environments
• Has a deep heart for all children and believes in their ability to learn and grow
• Higher education degrees in related fields

• Must be able to work extended hours, through the summer
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends as needed
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.