Summer Operations Internship: Education Startup, NYC

NORY

Posted 5 days ago

Internship

, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support camp operations by managing materials, staffing, and general administrative tasks at the Manhattan HQ. Responsibilities include maintaining calendars, producing reports, and managing camp registrations to ensure a smooth experience for students.

Qualifications

You are an organized and detail-oriented individual with a knack for creating systems and managing time effectively. You possess a proactive problem-solving mindset and can anticipate needs, offering pragmatic solutions. A passion for education and experience working with children are preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Supply chain management

Inventory management

Staff management

Administrative support

Scheduling

Research

Report production

Camp registration management

Correspondence composition

Job Description

About NORY:

At NORY, we design learning journeys where every child in NYC and Boston becomes a risk-taking entrepreneur, inquisitive problem solver, and empathetic leader. As the largest STEM camp provider in NYC with 4000+ campers annually, we are the Disney World of STEM education, where each learning experience is magical, impactful, and memorable. To learn more about our mission and see our camps in action, check out:

We are looking for a rock-star Summer Operations Intern:

This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious, entrepreneurial individual to gain hands-on experience and grow in a mission-driven, startup environment. As an Operations Intern, you’ll support our camp operations by assisting with staffing, logistics, and administrative tasks at our HQ located in Midtown Manhattan. You’ll be an integral part of our team, helping ensure a smooth and joyful camp experience for thousands of children. Your problem-solving mindset and ability to take initiative will make you the go-to person when team members need support.

 

Why This Role Rocks

  • Make an Impact: NORY embodies the startup spirit. Your suggestions will be heard, valued, and implemented.

  • Accelerated Learning: Work directly with leadership across multiple departments in a dynamic environment.

  • Career Development: Gain hands-on experience in operations, administration, and education technology.

  • Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to nurturing thousands of children annually through innovative STEM education.

 

What You'll Learn

  • Supply chain and inventory management for educational programs

  • Staff management systems

  • Administrative operations in a fast-growing startup

  • Educational program management and implementation

  • Cultivation of the most positive team culture you'll ever experience!

 

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the operations team in camp materials and staffing management

  • Provide administrative support, including scheduling group meetings, maintaining calendars, conducting research, and maintaining office inventory.

  • Produce reports, manage camp registrations, compose correspondence, and draft new contracts.

 

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

  • Is organized and detail-oriented, with a knack for creating systems

  • Manages time well and can balance multiple priorities

  • Proactively solves problems by analyzing root causes and executing pragmatic solutions.

  • Takes initiative by anticipating needs and offering solutions.

  • (Preferred) Has passion in education and experience in working with children.

  • Is a team player with leadership potential and a strong work ethic that embodies NORY’s Values: www.nory.co/value

 

Our Values: NORY's 'Ways of Being'

We're searching for individuals who align deeply with our core values:

  • We are purposeful in our actions, always asking "why" to cultivate inner motivation.

  • We ask "how to make it work" before wondering "if it will be possible."

  • Our decisions are grounded in data and logic.

  • We are accountable and disciplined.

  • We actively seek feedback, embracing different perspectives.

  • We avoid superficial solutions, opting instead to thoroughly analyze problems to create sustainable, scalable responses.

  • We are unifiers, fostering a loving and caring team environment that deeply values empathy.

These are the essence of our DNA. See how you align with our complete 'Ways of Being' at www.nory.co/value

 

Details:

  • Schedule: Monday - Friday (Full time, Part time)

  • Compensation: $20/hr

  • Pay: Bi-weekly

  • Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

  • Salary: $20.00 per hour


Application Requirement: Resume and Cover Letter (Required)

Cover Letter Must Include:

  • A specific example showcasing your entrepreneurial spirit and "get-things-done" mentality

  • Your ranked preference of these work areas with explanations: (1) Material and Supply Chain Management, (2) Staffing Management, and (3) General Administrative Support across Multiple Departments

To apply, email your application to sofia(at)nory.co with the subject line: Summer 2026 NORY Internship Application

 

NORY, Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

NORY

"Nurturing purpose-driven changemakers of tomorrow" NORY, recognized as NYC's leading STEM education program, impacts over 4000 students annually across 10+ citywide campsites. Our mission centers on cultivating changemakers with a deep sense of purpose. We believe in the unique potential of Generation Alpha, striving to foster their resilience, inquisitiveness, and empathy. Our programs are designed to prepare young minds to design, rather than follow, the future. In our pursuit of educational excellence, we aim to create a hub where visionary educators collaboratively experiment and innovate approaches for educating Generation Alpha. We are committed to not just providing ever-evolving pedagogies for the next generation, but also to contributing our insights to the broader society, including both formal and informal educational sectors. Join us in our journey to empower the changemakers of tomorrow with the mindset to create a purposeful impact. If this mission beats your heart, reach out to our CEO directly at [peter@nory.co] to discuss how to step towards this goal together. 📺 Watch NORY programs in action: https://youtu.be/G8vgorW3y7U

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