Corporate and Community Engagement Intern (Summer 2027)

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

Our organization’s vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life. Our commitment to people, innovation, tenacity, collaboration, and customer focus allows us to fulfill our mission to support the warfighter and national security.

Do you have a passion for building connections and want to contribute to a strong workplace culture?

As the Corporate and Community Engagement (CCE) Intern at the Draper, you will join an exceptionally passionate, collaborative, and committed team working together towards our vision of creating a culture of inclusion. Reporting directly to the CCE Partner with access to the Chief Corporate and Community Engagement Officer, you will have exposure to our CCE strategy and will learn how to develop and implement CCE programs. As our intern, you will work closely with our Employee Resource group leaders and many leaders across Draper.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
• Co-op will rotate working between multiple groups within Department to ensure a base knowledge set is experienced for comprehensive professional development.
• Provide assistance to a team, including, but not limited to, clerical duties, processing paperwork, customer service or performing data entry.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Program Requirements
• Must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s / master’s degree program.
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Skills/Abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
 
There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant’s school schedule and availability.
This position can be partially hybrid remote, however being in the office, when appropriate, is an important part of this experience.

Additional Job Description:

Key roles and responsibilities: 

• Assist with the planning and execution of employee programs, workshops and learning opportunities

• Support employee-facing event logistics including day-of coordination, setup, and follow up

• Help develop and update presentations, newsletters, communications, talking points and other program materials.  

• Gather and organize information from multiple stakeholders including employees and external partners

• Support with scheduling meetings and lead the development & communication of meeting notes, management of CCE calendar, the creation of materials (flyers, online resources, etc.).  

• Actively identify and implement process improvements that will make programs more accessible, welcoming, and useful to a wide range of employees. 

•  Provide general administrative support to the CCE Partner and Chief Corporate and Community Engagement Officer

• Complete an assigned CCE capstone project, from ideation to deployment, that supports the overall CCE department strategy.  

• Play a meaningful role in crafting our CCE, Corporate Social responsibility , and Employee Resource Group events throughout the summer

Skills and experience: 

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development or a related field of study  

• Strong organizational skills and strong detail-orientation 

• Strong communication skills: writing, editing, and verbal communication 

• Strong listening skills and ability to capture key information, identify themes, and organize findings

• Ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$20.00 - $45.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.  Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.