Purpose Connect 2025 Internship Opportunities
Join our mission to bridge the gap between international students and employment opportunities while empowering them to thrive in a global workforce.
Event Support Intern - Spring/Summer/Fall
Description: Assist in planning and executing Purpose Connect’s employer meet-and-greet events, fostering meaningful connections between international students and employers. Assigned Duties: Coordinate event logistics, including venue setup, materials, and schedules. Manage communication with participating employers and students. Provide on-site support to ensure smooth event execution. Collect feedback from participants for post-event analysis. Requirements: Pursuing a degree in Project Management, Event Management, Marketing, or a related field. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Willingness to work evenings, if needed.
Grant Writing Intern - Spring/Summer/Fall
Description: Support Purpose Connect’s fundraising efforts by identifying grant opportunities and assisting in writing compelling grant proposals to secure funding for our innovative HR tech solutions. Assigned Duties: Research potential grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources. Assist in drafting and editing grant proposals, applications, and reports. Gather and organize supporting documents required for submissions. Maintain a database of grant deadlines, submissions, and funding outcomes. Collaborate with the Purpose Connect team to align proposals with organizational goals. Requirements: Pursuing a degree in Communications, English, Business, or a related field. Strong writing, editing, and research skills. Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Web Development Intern (Website Maintenance) - Spring/Summer/Fall
Description: Assist with the maintenance and optimization of Purpose Connect’s website, ensuring it runs smoothly and provides an excellent user experience. Assigned Duties: Monitor and troubleshoot website issues to ensure uptime and functionality. Update website content and perform routine maintenance tasks. Optimize site performance, including loading speed and responsiveness. Collaborate with the team to implement minor design and layout changes. Requirements: Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Familiarity with website content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Webflow). Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Data Analyst Intern - Summer/Fall
Description: Analyze data to generate insights that enhance platform efficiency and drive decision-making for Purpose Connect’s services. Assigned Duties: Collect, clean, and analyze data from various sources. Create dashboards and reports for key metrics (e.g., user engagement, hiring success). Identify trends and provide actionable recommendations. Assist in A/B testing and user behavior analysis. Requirements: Pursuing a degree in Data Science, Statistics, or a related field. Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience with Python or R is a plus.
Engineering Intern - Summer/Fall
Description: Support the development of Purpose Connect’s platform, contributing to both front-end and back-end systems to enhance user functionality and overall performance. Assigned Duties: Develop and implement new features for the platform. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code for front-end and back-end systems. Collaborate with the Product Manager and design team to improve UI/UX. Conduct code reviews and troubleshoot technical issues. Integrate third-party APIs and ensure seamless data flow. Requirements: Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Proficiency in programming languages like JavaScript (with React or Angular) and Python. Experience with databases (SQL or NoSQL) and server-side development. Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git). Strong analytical and debugging skills.
Perks of Joining Purpose Connect:
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Hands-on experience with meaningful projects.
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Mentorship from industry professionals.
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Flexible, remote-friendly opportunities.
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Networking with employers and students across the U.S.
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Purpose Connect is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.