Science Education & Youth Leadership Intern
Job No: 511025
Division/Organization: Community Partners
Department: Stellar Tech Girls
Job Type: Local Work Study Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: Middleton, WI
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $18 - $24 per hour, depending on experience
Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Digital Technology, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Education and Training, Child Development and Care, Nonprofit/Community-Based Organization, Customer Service, STEM, Summer Off-Campus Opportunities, Local Work-Study Required Student Jobs, Career Management, Honoring Context and Culture, Federal Work-Study Preferred
Department Overview:
Stellar Tech Girls is a small, fast-growing education company dedicated to increasing diversity in STEM. We run hands-on, creativity-driven science and engineering camps where girls and non-binary students explore exciting topics, build real projects, and develop confidence in their abilities.
Our campers experiment, design, create, and problem-solve in a welcoming environment led by female and non-binary role models in STEM. We believe confidence in STEM changes futures, and our team is passionate about making that happen.
Because we are a small organization, team members work closely with our Founder & Program Director and take on meaningful responsibility that directly impacts the quality of our programs.
Anticipated Start Date:
June 8, 2026
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
July 31, 2026
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Not Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
Minimum: 20 Maximum: 40
Schedule:
June 8 - July 31, 2026
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
No weekend work required
Holiday Break: June 29 - July 3
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
Minimum: $18.00 Maximum: $24.00
Number of Positions:
1
Qualifications:
The Science Education & Youth Leadership Intern serves as a key instructional and leadership support member of our camp team. You will help lead daily science and engineering activities, support campers' learning and confidence, and mentor high school counselors.
This role is a strong fit for:
• College students seeking experience in education, STEM outreach, psychology, or youth development
and/or
• Educators, youth workers, STEM professionals, or childcare professionals seeking meaningful summer work
Team members gain experience in:
• Teaching and facilitation
• Youth leadership and mentorship
• Classroom management
• Inclusive education practices
• Program operations in a small mission-driven organization
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
You may be a great fit if you:
• Have experience working with youth ages 9-14
• Are studying or have a background in education, STEM, psychology, child development, or related fields
• Are confident leading groups of children
• Are patient, proactive, and adaptable
• Care about empowering girls and non-binary youth
• Are organized, responsible, and dependable
• Have leadership experience in school, work, or community settings
CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain before start). Professional references required.
Not sure if you meet every qualification? Apply anyway. We value responsibility, enthusiasm, and a commitment to creating a supportive environment for young learners.
Position Summary/Job Duties:
STEM Instruction & Facilitation:
• Lead and support daily hands-on science and engineering activities (lesson plans provided)
• Guide students through projects, experiments, and problem-solving challenges
• Help make STEM concepts accessible, exciting, and confidence-building
Youth Support & Inclusion:
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment where all campers feel supported
• Provide additional one-on-one support for campers with minor learning or behavioral needs
• Encourage teamwork, leadership, and positive social interactions
Leadership & Mentorship:
• Serve as a role model for campers and camp counselors
• Provide guidance and support to high school counselors
• Help maintain structure, organization, and positive group dynamics
Program Operations:
• Assist with daily setup, cleanup, and classroom organization
• Support smooth daily transitions, snack time, and activity flow
• Collaborate closely with the Program Director to ensure a high-quality camp experience
What You'll Gain:
• Leadership experience in an educational setting
• Direct teaching and facilitation experience
• Experience supporting diverse learners
• Mentorship from a company founder
• Strong resume experience in education, youth leadership, and STEM outreach
• Insight into how small mission-driven organizations operate
Physical Demands:
Must be able to move around a classroom to work one-on-one with students throughout the day.
Institutional Statements:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu
Accommodation Statement:
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Advertised: January 28, 2026 09:00 AM Central Standard Time
Applications close: June 08, 2026 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time
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