KIP Summer 2026 Operations Intern Foundation for Economic Education

The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid, 12-week experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the United States tackling some of our nation's most pressing challenges. Eligible candidates will be geographically located within the U.S. and authorized to work in the U.S. through the duration of the program.

Throughout your internship, you will gain meaningful professional experience at a partner organization and participate in professional development built around a 2-day, in-person summit hosted by Stand Together Fellowships at Stand Together's Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, supported by virtual programming that takes place every other Thursday between 1- 4:00 pm ET. Interns will receive either a $7,500 or $5,500 stipend from Stand Together Fellowships depending on whether they are working full-time (32 hours/week) or part-time (24 hours/week) with the partner organization.

The programming provided by Stand Together Fellowships focuses on three objectives:

1. understanding the foundational principles of a free society such as individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and the rule of law;

2. learning the Stand Together community's vision for change and how a principled approach to problem solving can help address society's biggest challenges; and

3. presenting opportunities and pathways to build a career that advances liberty and free society.

Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff, so we strongly encourage you to apply in advance!

Please note that all Koch Internship Program interns MUST be available every other Thursday from 1-4:00 PM ET for virtual professional development training AND the in-person summit at Stand Together's Headquarters in Arlington, VA June 3-4.

About Foundation for Economic Education

The Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the economic, ethical, and legal principles of a free society. For over 75 years, FEE has been committed to inspiring and educating individuals on the values of personal freedom, entrepreneurship, and sound economic thinking. Through various programs, publications, and events, FEE empowers individuals to understand the economic principles that drive prosperity and fosters a society rooted in individual rights and limited government.

 

About FEE's Operations Team

The Operations team is the backbone of FEE, ensuring the organization runs smoothly, efficiently, and in alignment with our mission. We oversee internal systems including finance and accounting, human resources, infrastructure and systems, and marketing and analytics. We also play a key role in shaping a positive, productive culture where each individual is empowered to find their place and thrive.

Operations is more than back-office work—it’s about diagnosing problems, improving workflows, and ensuring every team member has the tools, systems, and clarity they need to thrive. We look for people who enjoy analyzing how things work, optimizing what doesn’t, and helping others stay aligned and informed.

About the role

This role is ideal for someone who thinks like a consultant: curious, analytical, organized, and eager to solve internal challenges. You’ll work closely with our Operations team to evaluate and improve how things work behind the scenes—analyzing workflows, testing new systems, and supporting team-wide communication and alignment. The work involves research and analysis to support better decision-making. This is not a finance internship, and it’s not focused on policy analysis or content writing. Instead, you'll be supporting internal strategy, documentation, and team coordination. If you're energized by optimizing internal operations and enhancing how teams collaborate and communicate, this internship is a great fit.

This role is open to part-time or full-time, remote intern talent.

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Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing internal processes and help improve or streamline them for efficiency, clarity, and alignment.
• Assist in creating or documenting new procedures and their playbooks for internal workflows and collaboration.
• Conduct targeted research and analysis to support decision-making on systems, tools, and operational improvements.
• Draft and coordinate internal communications, including FEE’s monthly all-staff newsletter.
• Monitor and support internal culture initiatives, such as LinkedIn posts and recruitment storytelling efforts.
• Organize digital files, documents, and systems to ensure ease of access and consistent formatting.
• Support the internship program through administrative tasks, including data management, intern communications, and general coordination
• Provide general operational support on cross-departmental projects as needed.

Skills

• Majoring in Economics, Operations Management, Business Administration, Project Management or a related field (strongly preferred but not required).
• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Analytical and resourceful, with a problem-solving mindset.
• Comfortable navigating complex challenges and proposing structured solutions.
• Ability to efficiently prioritize tasks and manage long term projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration at all levels.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.) and willingness to learn new software and tools.
• Independent and team-oriented, demonstrating a proactive and positive approach to work

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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. 

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