Summer 2027: People Team Intern
About Amplify
Amplify helps teachers bring delight and rigor to students every day. We have become a leader in K–12 literacy, biliteracy, math, and science by building inspiring teaching and learning experiences based on research. The Amplify Classroom platform combines curriculum, assessment, and supplemental learning into one coherent high-quality instructional system. A pioneer in education since 2000, Amplify has developed deep relationships in states and districts by partnering with educators to drive implementation quality and improved outcomes. Today, Amplify serves more than 18 million students and teachers across all 50 states and on six continents. For more information, visit Amplify.com.
Create an impact by shaping the world of education!
Amplify is seeking a people-centered and organizationally minded People Team Intern to join our team this summer and help us build an exceptional employee experience for the talented individuals who power our mission to deliver innovative educational products to educators, students, and families. This paid, remote 10-week internship offers the chance to make a real impact on products used by millions of students and teachers.
If you're comfortable with people operations, organizational dynamics, and human resources principles, and you're genuinely curious about how a thriving workplace culture drives business outcomes, this could be a perfect fit for you. The ideal candidates will love supporting employees at every stage of their journey, bring a collaborative, ask-questions-first energy to your work, and feel excited to help build the inclusive, high-performing culture that moves the needle for K–12 learners.
Though remote, interns will join a 2-day in-person experience at Amplify HQ in Brooklyn, NY. Throughout the program, interns will engage with Amplify's culture via product demos, team-building activities, and engagement initiatives, plus grow through a virtual speaker series featuring Amplify executives, additional product demos, and dedicated mentorship.
While our summer intern roles are remote positions, interns must be authorized to work in the US, reside in the US for the internship's duration, and be available full-time for the entire program, June 7 – August 13, 2027.
Key responsibilities may include:
Support core People Team operations including Talent Acquisition and Onboarding, HR Enablement, and HR systems maintenance to ensure a seamless employee experience
Help identify opportunities to improve people processes, workflows, and programs that enhance employee engagement, retention, and satisfaction
Partner with cross-functional teams to assist with talent acquisition initiatives including job posting management, candidate coordination, interview scheduling, and recruiter support
Contribute to People Team documentation, employee handbooks, HR policy guides, internal communications, and organizational resources
Track and organize people data and HR metrics to help teams identify workforce trends, monitor program effectiveness, and inform strategic decisions
What we can offer you:
Direct exposure to HR tools, people operations practices, and talent strategies used in EdTech
Real-world people challenges that directly impact the employee experience at a mission-driven organization
Collaboration with HR, Talent Acquisition, and Business Operations teams across the organization
Contributions to meaningful culture-building and people initiatives in a fast-growing EdTech environment
Mentorship from industry professionals at the forefront of people operations and organizational development
Exposure to Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Analytics
Opportunities to help shape the programs, policies, and experiences that make Amplify a great place to work
Basic Qualifications for this Amplify Internship:
Education: Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program, returning to school in Fall 2027
Full-time availability to participate from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to synthesize information, identify themes, and communicate insights clearly
Knowledge of and interest in the K–12 education technology field
Preferred Qualifications for People Team Interns:
Working knowledge of HRIS platforms such as Workday, Culture Amp, or similar human resources information systems
Exposure to talent acquisition tools and applicant tracking systems (ATS) such as Ashby, Greenhouse, or Lever
Background in human resources, people operations, recruiting coordination, or organizational development through coursework, volunteer work, or prior experience
Interest in employee engagement, DEI strategy, learning & development, HR analytics, or total rewards
Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization
Comfort with Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace; grounding in data organization, reporting tools, or HR dashboards is a plus
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email hiringaccommodations@amplify.com.
If you are selected for employment, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination, or submit to enhanced background screening, such as fingerprinting.
Amplify is an E-Verify participant.