Risers
Employer Details
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Location19 hawksnest rd, stony brook, ny 11790
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Phone631-316-5400
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Websiterisers.org
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Experience1-2 years in business
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Team5 team members
Business overview
Administrators
kyle moeller, Founder
Location
Benefits & Opportunities
Active jobs (2)
Social Media - Marketing Intern
Remote
$20.00 per hour
Created 11.29.2025
About the Opportunity Risers.org connects ambitious high school students with small businesses for structured staffing opportunities, driving skill development and workforce readiness. We are seeking an enthusiastic Social Media Marketing Intern to elevate our brand presence and drive engagement across digital platforms. This role is perfect for a highly creative and strategic thinker passionate about EdTech, staffing, and connecting with Gen Z and small business owners. Core Responsibilities Content Creation: Develop and design compelling, on-brand content (graphics, short-form videos, posts, stories) for platforms including Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn to attract both student applicants and small business partners. Campaign Management: Assist in the planning and execution of targeted social media campaigns to promote new staffing opportunities, success stories, and platform updates. Community Engagement: Monitor all social channels, actively respond to comments and messages, and identify opportunities for community growth and viral content. Performance Tracking: Utilize platform analytics to track key metrics (impressions, engagement rate, click-through-rate) and generate weekly performance reports to optimize strategy. Trend Spotting: Stay current on social media trends, platform algorithm changes, and best practices in the EdTech/Staffing space. Qualifications Currently enrolled in a degree program focused on Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field. Proven hands-on experience managing social media accounts (personal or professional), particularly TikTok and Instagram. Proficiency in content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, video editing software). Strong verbal and written communication skills with an eye for detail and brand voice. A passion for the Risers.org mission of connecting education and career pathways. Benefits of the Internship Direct mentorship from the Marketing team and exposure to B2B and B2C marketing strategies. The opportunity to build a high-visibility portfolio of published, data-driven content. Deep understanding of the EdTech and future-of-work landscape.
Flexitime
Flexible Hours
Internship
District Ambassador (Champion)
Remote
$20.00 per hour
Created 11.29.2025
🚀 The Risers Nexus Internship: Community & Platform Strategy This is a high-impact, hybrid internship offering a dynamic opportunity to drive the success and expansion of the Risers platform within your designated school and local community. You will gain hands-on experience in market analysis, product deployment, and community development, building a professional portfolio that demonstrates leadership and strategic execution. I. Core Opportunity & Value Serve as a designated Risers School Ambassador Intern, leading a structured project that bridges platform strategy with community outreach. This experience offers direct exposure to EdTech operations, fostering meaningful connections across professional and community circles that will significantly accelerate your future career pathway in technology, business, or education. II. Strategic Focus Areas & Deliverables Interns will rotate through and focus on key pillars of platform growth, culminating in a final presentation of their findings and recommendations. A. Platform & Pilot Analysis Pilot Program Management: Design, launch, and manage a small-scale pilot program within the school/community to test a new Risers feature or service offering. Data Collection & Reporting: Collect quantitative and qualitative feedback from pilot participants, analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to usage, engagement, and efficacy, and compile a formal Pilot Analysis Report with actionable recommendations for the Risers leadership team. Competitive Landscape: Research and document the local EdTech/student opportunity market to identify white-space opportunities and competitive advantages for the Risers platform. B. User Engagement & Community Building Student Onboarding Strategy: Develop and execute a detailed strategy to efficiently onboard new student users, maximizing initial platform adoption and sustained engagement. Community Engagement: Create, promote, and manage both in-person and virtual events designed to drive platform awareness and foster a vibrant community among Risers users. Feedback Loop Implementation: Act as the primary liaison between local users and the Risers product team, proactively gathering user experience (UX) feedback to inform feature development. C. Project Management & Business Operations Web Development & Design Oversight: Collaborate with Risers team members to localize or refine platform landing pages or resources, applying fundamental principles of web design and user experience. Fundraising & Resource Development: Identify and research local business partnership or grant opportunities and contribute to the preparation of pitch materials or proposals for community-based fundraising initiatives. Business Onboarding: Develop and refine materials for onboarding local businesses and professionals interested in offering mentorship or shadowing opportunities via the platform.
Flexitime
Flexible Hours
Internship