The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid, 10-week experiential learning program offered summer (June 1 - August 3, 2023) or fall (September - November, 2023) that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the country tackling some of our nation’s most pressing challenges. Interns also virtually attend professional development sessions every Thursday from 10 am - 5 pm ET and are mentored by seasoned professionals as they craft a capstone project on the topic that matters most to them. You must be available for the entirety of all sessions to be eligible to receive the $5,500 stipend.

What You’ll Experience  

• Professional development that utilizes experiential learning to flip the classroom so that you direct your learning, developing the skills you need to succeed with the support of experienced mentors 
• A taste of what it’s like to work for our inspiring non-profit partners doing meaningful work in areas like Education, Criminal Justice, Poverty, Free Speech & Peace, Health Care, Immigration, Foreign Policy, Technology & Innovation Policy, and more. Typically, there are both remote/in-person and full-time/part-time roles ranging from policy, communications, fundraising, events, law, project management and beyond  
• Tools, frameworks, and principles of progress that help you identify your aptitudes, hone your skillsets, and explore fulfilling career paths you may have never known existed  
• Learning and applying the principles of Principle Based Management, a management philosophy developed by Charles Koch that helps maximize your contribution to your organization’s success, no matter your role 
• Community-building with peers, mentors who can support you throughout your career, and our expansive alumni network 

About You  

You are a current student or recent graduate exploring careers that help others improve their lives. Whether your passion for social impact involves revitalizing communities, government, education, or business, you have a drive to identify problems and get excited about finding new solutions that have meaningful results. You’re entrepreneurial, curious, and excited to become an effective leader in tackling the major challenges of our time. 

Qualifications You’ll Bring to the KIP Experience 

• You are geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States 
• You’re a lifelong learner with a growth mindset, dedicated to continual self-improvement   
• You seek knowledge from any and all sources to help you learn and improve your thinking  
• You enjoy collaborating with people of diverse perspectives  
• You’re excited to take initiative and solve problems, embracing and driving positive change 
• You’re interested in and passionate about solving the most pressing issues our society faces, transforming our world and impacting the lives of others 

Standout Interns May Also Bring 

• Prior experience related to advancing our vision  
• Aptitude for leadership demonstrated through prior experience, either in a professional setting or outside the workplace   

Successful candidates will interview with both Stand Together Fellowships staff and non-profit partner organizations, so we encourage you to apply today, giving yourself ample time to thoroughly explore the opportunities offered by our partners and find the role that’s best for you! Please complete your application through our website and check out our FAQs for more details.      

About Stand Together Fellowships 

Learn more about Stand Together Fellowships here.   

Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participants and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color, race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.