Teach For America College Internships
College internships are about gaining real experience, mentorship, and growth—not busywork. Through Teach For America and our partner programs like Breakthrough and Matriculate, you can find paid and volunteer roles. No matter which program you choose, they’re designed to increase your leadership experience and give you meaningful ways to spend your time. You’ll build skills that help you lead under pressure, communicate clearly, and show up for people who count on you. Scroll to find the opportunity that’s calling your name.
Internships in the Education Sector
Fall & Spring Semester Opportunities
Teach For America Ignite
Paid, part-time virtual tutoring
- Work with small groups of K-12 students, supporting reading, math, or college readiness
- Build your own mentoring and leadership skills along the way
- Fully remote, about 4-5 hours a week
- Earn a $1,000/semester base award upon completing your commitment
- Bonus $100 for perfect attendance and $100 for completing your 2nd+ semester
Year-Round Opportunities
Teach For America Campus Ambassadors
Paid, flexible student leadership position
- 3-5 hours per week
- Earn $15/hour or state minimum wage
- Become the face of TFA on your own campus
- Promote TFA through marketing, events, and peer outreach
- Help connect fellow students to TFA programs
- Primarily campus-based and in person, with weekly meetings alongside TFA's recruitment team
Matriculate (Teach For America Partner)
Virtual volunteer opportunity
- Mentor small groups of high-achieving, low-income high school juniors and seniors
- Guide them through college applications, financial aid, and emotional support
- Fully remote and unpaid
- Great fit for underclassmen looking to build service and mentorship experience
Summer Opportunities
Breakthrough Collaborative (Teach For America Partner)
Full-time, in-person summer residency (about nine weeks)
- Teach and mentor middle school students
- Receive extensive training and coaching throughout
- Walk away with hands-on experience in teaching, leadership, and student support
- Paid through a stipend, often including an AmeriCorps education award
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What Makes Education Internships Special?
Every hour you give back is an hour you grow, and every skill you gain is in service of something bigger than your resume. You're stepping into communities that need extra support, extra belief, and extra hands. In return, you're getting real-world experience, lasting memories, and access to a network of passionate professionals that’s hard to replicate.
Interested in a program, but want a little more information? Contact engage@teachforamerica.org.