Jobs & Internships
When you join the Behind the Book team, you have the opportunity to work in a creative, innovative, and supportive environment. Share your passion for literacy, kids, and making a difference.
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APPLY NOW: Full Time - Program Coordinator
The Program Coordinator is responsible for designing, planning, implementing educational programs centered on diverse books and their authors. This position requires curriculum development, direct instruction (at least 3x/week), relationship building with partners, coordination of logistics and related administrative duties. The ideal candidate is a dynamic educator with a passion for literature, youth development, and educational equity. The Program Coordinator reports to the Director of Programs and collaborates closely with fellow Program Coordinators, program interns and other relevant staff.
APPLY NOW: Part Time - Program Operations & Engagement Coordinator
The Program Operations & Engagement Coordinator plays a key role in supporting program operations with particular focus in data management and volunteer engagement. The ideal candidate is a systems-thinker with strong organizational and people skills, and a passion for educational equity and youth development. This role helps coordinate volunteers, manages program data and supports communication/community engagement. This role reports directly to the Director of Programs and works closely with program coordinators, development team and other members of the organization.
Internship opportunities are available year-round. Applications are accepted in August for the fall, in November for Spring, and for the summer, in April. Internships are structured to be the learning experience you expect while at the same time providing valuable help to staff.
Interns must be attending college or have graduated.
We are happy to offer credit and will communicate with professors whenever necessary.
To apply, email info@behindthebook.org with the job or internship title in the subject header.