Game Development Internships Summer Jobs in Ridgewood, NJ

WHO WE ARE

Kids in the Game sport and enrichment-based programs can be found in schools and communities across New York City, serving thousands of children every year. Our goal is to provide positive experiences and opportunities through sports and creative play. We inspire kids to embrace new experiences, adopt a healthy lifestyle, and build integrity. Our work is focused on achieving four ultimate impacts:

• Enhancing emotional intelligence
• Creating a positive sense of self
• Developing NYC into the nation's top talent hub
• Integrating our communities

We believe that what sets us apart is who we are and how we connect with people. We are a Certified B Corporation and we're committed to doing business for good. We are striving every day to have a positive impact on the lives of our youth, and we believe that it all starts with being the best part of their day. To learn more about our programs and our team, visit www.kidsinthegame.com.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a highly organized and collaborative intern to support our Program Management team. This in-person position in New York City will involve assisting with communications, working with schools and families, and supporting the overall functioning of our team. Your role will require a passion for working with the youth of NYC and for learning how school and sports programs run internally.

Position Responsibilities:

As a Program Management Intern, you can expect to engage in the following key responsibilities.

• Development Calls & Lead Generation:
• Conduct regular development calls to identify and cultivate potential leads.
• Implement effective strategies for lead generation and follow up with potential clients or partners.
• Maintain detailed records of all development activities and track progress against targets.
• Strategic Planning:
• Develop and implement strategic plans to drive business growth and achieve organizational goals.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to inform strategy adjustments.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align business strategies with overall organizational objectives.
• Monitoring and Evaluation:
• Design and administer surveys to assess program effectiveness and gather feedback from participants.
• Analyze survey data and generate reports to inform program improvements.
• Implement a monitoring and evaluation framework to track the impact of programs and initiatives.
• Program Participation:
• Commit to specific timeframes to be present at program locations, ensuring hands-on involvement in after school programs.

Kids in the Game offers seasonal internships throughout the year. Internships are typically 14-18 weeks long and Interns would be expected to work between 25-35 hours per week in person at our office location. Below are the dates for each season.

• Fall 2026: September 8th - December 18th
• Spring 2027: January 11th - May 21st
• Summer 2027: May 24th - August 27th

Compensation: Internships are unpaid opportunities for first term interns. Unpaid interns will receive a $200-$300 completion bonus at the end of their term. There are also potential opportunities to extend for a second term, paid internship. We can also offer class credit where applicable. 

Requirements

WHAT WE'RE GOING TO LOVE ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate would meet some or all of the following qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for connecting with people.
• Resourceful and able to work autonomously.
• Experience in sports-based youth development.
• Willingness to both youth and team members.
• Ability to commute throughout all 5 boroughs of NYC.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Openness to feedback and a desire for continuous growth.

WHAT YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE ABOUT US

At Kids in the Game, you can expect to be welcomed into an engaging and spirited environment that emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication, and collaboration. We are proud to foster an inclusive environment where our team members feel respected by and connected to one another. We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and passions of our employees, and we look forward to adding new personalities to our team.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At Kids in the Game, you can expect to be welcomed into an engaging and spirited environment that emphasizes the importance of teamwork, open communication, and collaboration. We are proud to foster an inclusive environment where our team members feel respected by and connected to one another. We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and passions of our employees, and we look forward to adding dynamic personalities to our team.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment for all of our interns and employees. We recruit candidates from across the city, state, and country, from all cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We have developed partnerships with organizations that allow us to target our hiring practices to include chronically discriminated against or low-income groups, and improve their access to high-quality employment opportunities.