OPEN POSITION
Development & Communications Intern
Kids First Chicago (K1C) seeks a summer Development and Communications Intern to support our External Affairs department in advancing the organization’s storytelling, partner engagement, and fundraising efforts. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both communications and development work that elevates K1C’s mission and impact. This Intern will report to our Senior Grants Manager.
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@kidsfirstchicago.org. Please include the position name in the subject line of your email. The deadline to apply is April 30, 2026.
This is a 10-week internship running June–August 2026, paying $20/hour for up to 40 hours per week.
OPEN POSITION
Community Engagement & Policy Intern
Kids First Chicago (K1C) seeks a Summer Community Engagement and Policy Intern to support our parent-centered programs and policy initiatives across two closely connected departments. This role will contribute to both community engagement efforts and policy and research work that advances K1C’s mission. This Intern will report to our Policy Manager.
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@kidsfirstchicago.org. Please include the position name in the subject line of your email. The deadline to apply is April 30, 2026.
This is a 10-week internship running June–August 2026, paying $20/hour for up to 40 hours per week.
Who we are
Kids First Chicago (K1C) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to ensuring that every child in Chicago has access to a high-quality public education. We believe that a healthy education environment where kids, schools, and communities thrive is the key to a world-class city.
First and foremost, we are looking for amazing people who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission, and are highly motivated to change children's lives through education. We value diversity in terms of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience, and our team at all levels shows this. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, and the people around you to the next level. We encourage those with the following identities to apply: Black, Latine, Asian American, Pacific Islander, Indigenous people, LGBTQIA+ and non-binary people, veterans, people living with disabilities, and others with lived experience of being part of marginalized communities.
Get involved!
Consider meeting with one of our staff members to explore how we can support you in advocating for your child and/or getting involved in parent leadership opportunities.