SPRING 2026 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Operations & Administrative Interns

(4 Positions Available)

FirstGenTalks is looking for four students who love organization, systems, planning, and behind-the-scenes operations to join our Operations & Admin team this spring!

You will help support team coordination, scheduling, onboarding, document management, and daily operations for a fast-growing EdTech platform serving first-generation students.

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Atlanta-based students welcome)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Perfect for students interested in operations, project management, higher education, nonprofit leadership, or EdTech.

UX/UI Interns

(6 Positions Available)

FirstGenTalks is growing  and we’re looking for talented UX/UI Design Interns to help shape the look, feel, and user experience of our mobile app built for first-generation students.

If you love:
-Designing clean, intuitive interfaces
-Creating wireframes + prototypes
-Making products more accessible
-Working with real users + a real dev team
-Using design to make an IMPACT
Then this internship is for you.

  • Start Dates:
    • Wave 1: Jan 2
    • Wave 2: Jan 6–7

  • Remote (Atlanta-based students welcome)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Let’s design something powerful for first-gen students together.

Product Management Interns

(3 Positions Available)

FirstGenTalks is hiring three Product Management Interns to support the development and launch of our EdTech platform serving first-generation students.

Each intern will focus on a distinct product area and work closely with our UX/UI, engineering, and content teams.

Open Product Intern Roles

- Product Intern – User Research & Testing (1)
• Conduct usability testing with students
• Gather and synthesize user feedback
• Support QA testing and iteration cycles

- Product Intern – Roadmap & Documentation (1)
• Support product roadmap planning and sprint tracking
• Maintain product documentation and specs
• Assist with feature rollout and onboarding materials

- Product Intern – Competitor & Market Analysis (1)
• Research EdTech and fintech competitors
• Analyze market trends and user needs
• Prepare insight briefs to inform product strategy

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in product management, UX research, EdTech, or startup operations to gain hands-on experience building a real product with real users.

Web/App Development Interns

(8 Positions Available)

FirstGenTalks is hiring Web/App Development Interns to help build, test, and refine features across our EdTech platform. Interns will work in cross-functional squads aligned with core product modules.

Squads

  • Budget Boss – budgeting tools and simulations

  • GrantMatchED – scholarship matching and tracking

  • Learning Modules – microlearning and curriculum delivery

  • Platform Infrastructure – authentication, dashboards, integrations

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop front-end and/or back-end features

  • Support mobile-specific development tasks

  • Debug issues and implement fixes

  • Conduct QA testing and document findings

  • Collaborate with UX/UI and Product teams

  • Ensure accessibility, responsiveness, and performance

Preferred Skills

  • Front-end: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React

  • Back-end: Python, Node.js, APIs, databases

  • Mobile: iOS/Android or cross-platform frameworks

  • QA: testing workflows, documentation, attention to detail

Learning Outcomes

  • Real-world EdTech development experience

  • Agile sprint and squad-based workflows

  • Portfolio-ready technical projects

(3 Front-End | 3 Back-End | 1 Mobile | 1 QA & Testing)

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Content Writing & Blogging Interns

(4 Positions Available)

Content Writing Interns create engaging, student-centered content focused on financial literacy, scholarships, and college success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Write blog posts, feature articles, and explainers

  • Develop microlearning scripts for app-based lessons

  • Write short-form copy for social campaigns and videos

  • Conduct interviews and topic research

  • Edit and proofread content for clarity and accessibility

Preferred Skills

  • Strong writing and research ability

  • Ability to simplify complex topics

  • Interest in education equity or financial literacy

Learning Outcomes

  • Published writing portfolio

  • Editorial workflow experience

  • Digital storytelling skills

(Blogs & Articles – 2 | Microlearning – 1 | Scripts & Copywriting – 1)

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Social Media Interns

(6 Positions Available)

Social Media Interns manage platform-specific strategies to grow engagement and visibility for FirstGenTalks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create platform-specific posts, reels, and short videos

  • Maintain content calendars

  • Engage with followers and respond to comments/messages

  • Track analytics and performance

  • Support launches, campaigns, and announcements

Preferred Skills

  • Platform fluency (IG, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.)

  • Canva or basic video editing tools

  • Copywriting and audience awareness

Learning Outcomes

  • Digital media strategy experience

  • Analytics and reporting skills

  • Branded content portfolio

IG, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, Substack, Analytics & Community

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Podcast/Video Production Interns

(6 Positions Available)

Podcast & Video Production Interns support multimedia storytelling across podcasts, interviews, and short-form educational videos.

Key Responsibilities

  • Film podcast and video content

  • Edit audio and video episodes

  • Create social-ready clips

  • Write show notes and titles

  • Manage publishing and distribution schedules

Preferred Skills

  • Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, CapCut, Audacity

  • Strong storytelling instincts

  • Time management and organization

Learning Outcomes

  • End-to-end production experience

  • Multimedia portfolio development

  • Content distribution strategy skills

(Filming – 2 | Editing – 2 | Clips & Distribution – 2)

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Graphic Design Interns

(3 Positions Available)

Graphic Design Interns create visual assets across marketing, curriculum, and product experiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design social media and marketing graphics

  • Create worksheets and learning visuals

  • Support app and product design assets

  • Maintain brand consistency

Preferred Skills

  • Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite

  • Strong visual design principles

Learning Outcomes

  • Professional design portfolio

  • Experience designing for education and tech

  • Brand system application

(Social/Marketing | Curriculum/Learning | Product Assets)

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Marketing Interns

(3 Positions Available)

Marketing Interns support growth, engagement, and visibility strategies across the FirstGenTalks platform.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute marketing campaigns and growth initiatives

  • Draft email newsletters and announcements

  • Conduct audience and market research

  • Track metrics and prepare reports

Learning Outcomes

  • Marketing strategy and analytics experience

  • Campaign planning skills

  • Growth-focused portfolio work

(Campaigns & Acquisition | Email & Newsletters | Research & Reports)

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Public Relations Interns

(3 Positions Available)

PR Interns elevate the FirstGenTalks brand through strategic storytelling and media outreach.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build media contact lists

  • Draft press releases and pitch materials

  • Support founder storytelling

  • Track media coverage

Learning Outcomes

  • PR writing samples

  • Media relations experience

  • Brand messaging skills

(Media Research | Press & Founder Story | Podcast/Blog Outreach)

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Curriculum Development Interns

(6 Positions Available)

Curriculum Interns design microlearning lessons and activities for first-generation students.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft lesson plans and learning activities

  • Create accessible, student-centered materials

  • Research college success topics

  • Collaborate with content and product teams

Learning Outcomes

  • Instructional design portfolio

  • EdTech curriculum experience

(2 Budgeting | 2 Scholarships/FAFSA | 2 College Success)

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Educational Research Interns

(4 Positions Available)

Educational Research Interns support data-driven storytelling, evaluation, and product insights.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze surveys

  • Conduct literature reviews

  • Create data visualizations

  • Draft white papers and insight reports

Learning Outcomes

  • Applied research experience

  • Data storytelling skills

  • EdTech research exposure

(2 Quantitative | 2 Qualitative)

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL

Community Engagement & Outreach Interns

(9 Positions Available)

Community Engagement Interns help expand FirstGenTalks’ reach through partnerships and student engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Outreach to schools and organizations

  • Coordinate ambassadors and coaches

  • Promote events and initiatives

  • Track engagement metrics

Learning Outcomes

  • Applied research experience

  • Data storytelling skills

  • EdTech research exposure

(3 K–12 | 3 Universities | 3 Ambassador & Coach Coordination)

  • Start Date: January 2, 2026

  • Remote (Hybrid Atlanta preferred)

  • For academic credit

  • Rolling interviews

  • Applications extended to January 17, 2026 to allow students returning from winter break adequate time to apply and secure academic credit.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c7WsL