Company Description
About KIPP Texas Public Schools
KIPP Texas Public Schools is a free, public charter school network with more than 45 Pre-K - 12 schools across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. With over 30 years in Texas, we work together with our families and communities to prepare students for college, career, and beyond! Our schools provide a high-quality, well-rounded education built on academic success and personal growth, where all students learn and thrive in a productive, safe, and joyful way!
As one of the earliest charter networks in Texas—founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018—we hire dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission-driven community that wants every child to "run to school," the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you!
KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni.
Job Description
The Finance Summer Intern will work alongside one of three Finance teams (Accounting, Business Intelligence, or Financial Planning & Analysis) to support day-to-day operations and contribute to active projects during the summer program period. This is a supervised, learning-focused role designed to give students hands-on exposure to nonprofit finance operations in a mission-driven organization. Interns will be placed based on team need and candidate interest, and will complete the program by presenting a summary of their contributions and key project outcomes.
The program runs from Monday, June 1, through Friday, August 7, 2026, with flexible scheduling between 16 and 30 hours per week. All interns are expected to work in person on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the regional office.
Team Placement Areas
Interns will be assigned to one of the following teams based on availability and interest:
Accounting: Supports financial record-keeping, reconciliation, and compliance processes.
Business Intelligence: Supports data analysis, reporting, and dashboard development to inform organizational decisions.
Financial Planning & Analysis: Supports budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to guide financial planning.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supports day-to-day finance operations within the assigned team, contributing to active projects under manager direction.
Assists with data collection, validation, and analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information.
Prepares and maintains reports, dashboards, and spreadsheets to support team decision-making.
Supports budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities as directed by the manager.
Conducts research and summarizes findings to support financial and operational initiatives.
Collaborates with team members and, as directed by the manager, cross-functional partners to gather information and support ongoing projects.
Documents standard operating procedures and supports identification of process improvement opportunities.
Attends team meetings, training sessions, and intern cohort activities to build understanding of nonprofit finance operations.
Delivers a final presentation summarizing internship contributions and key project outcomes at the end of the program.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently enrolled in high school or pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
Strong interest in finance, business operations, or nonprofit work
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (e.g., organizing data, simple formulas)
Ability to work in person at the regional office throughout the program period
COMPETENCY AND SKILLS:
Proactiveness & Initiative – Takes ownership of assigned tasks, asks thoughtful questions, and seeks out opportunities to contribute
Attention to Detail – Produces accurate work and carefully reviews data and outputs before submitting
Analytical Thinking – Able to interpret basic data, identify patterns, and draw simple, well-supported insights
Organization & Time Management – Manages multiple tasks, meets deadlines, and keeps work organized throughout the program
Communication Skills – Clearly communicates ideas, questions, and updates in both written and verbal formats appropriate to a professional setting
Collaboration & Independence – Works effectively both independently and as part of a team; contributing to shared goals
Professionalism – Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a positive, growth-oriented attitude in a workplace setting
Mission Alignment – Shows genuine interest in educational equity and commitment to the mission of KIPP Texas
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday.
The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region.
Additional Requirements:
Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Work with frequent interruptions.
Work Environment:
Hybrid work - Reports to the central office or schools three days a week
Travel Requirements:
Minimal travel: May travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning, meetings and other work related activities.
Additional Information
What We Bring to the Table:
● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
● Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
● Paid family leave.
● Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
● Employee assistance programs.
● KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance.
EEO:
KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing
documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Start Date: Immediate openingDepartment: Regional Support and Leadership
