Work Prep Lead

The Girls Who Code Work Prep program is a three week program for college-aged women and non-binary participants who are pursuing careers in the tech industry. Designed to build career skills and confidence, Work Prep offers participants practical, hands-on experience with a specific company’s unique technology, processes, employees, and culture. Participants virtually engage in synchronous sessions two times a week that give them a deep dive into different topics and technical experiences and complete asynchronous tasks in between sessions. This program is intended to spark participants’ professional growth. This is a part time (up to 20 hours per week), remote, temporary position starting 4/7/25 and ending 8/1/25. Please note: Interviews for these positions will not begin until after January 1, 2025. Responsibilities: • Leading a cohort of up to 120 participants through the Work Prep program • Managing the preparation of all participant-facing materials by updating and copy editing templates • Updating documentation for program implementation with partner-specific information • Copy editing and ensuring alignment with the curriculum for all participant-facing communications • Facilitating all virtual synchronous sessions (twice a week for three weeks) • Providing logistical support to participants and corporate partners • Leading weekly meetings and pre-session check-ins with corporate partners to prepare volunteers, speakers, and partner materials • Escalating participant and partner concerns or issues as needed Key Dates and Estimated Hours - Please read carefully: • Candidates must be able to commit to both Work Prep rounds and must be available at the following synchronous times to lead the sessions. • Round 1: May 28th-June 16th • Synchronous sessions on Mondays/Wednesdays from 3:30-6 pm ET • Round 2: July 8th - July 24th • Synchronous sessions on Tuesday/Thursdays from 3:30-6 pm ET • Candidates must have the ability to commit to the hour requirements below. (Hours include synchronous Zoom meetings and asynchronous tasks) • The amount of synchronous meeting time on Zoom expected week by week varies as outlined below • All required meetings will be scheduled between 2 and 6 pm ET Monday-Friday • Asynchronous tasks may be completed at the Lead’s discretion provided that they are finished by the specified deadline • 4/7-4/25: Onboarding Training Sessions and Tasks ~ 10 hours/week (2 hrs/week synchronous time) • 4/28-5/28: Pre-Program Prep Time ~ 15 hours/week (2 hours/week synchronous time) • 5/28-7/24: In Program Work Time ~ 20 hours/week (6 hours/week synchronous time) • 7/28-8/1: Post-Program Wrap Up ~10 hours (2 hours synchronous time) Qualifications: • 3 years of experience working with groups of college aged students or young adults (classes, workshops, events, etc.) • Experience with students in college or a job readiness program preferred • Experience with facilitating large group activities and discussions virtually on Zoom • Ability to foster a welcoming, engaging and brave space for young adults • Excellent oral communication and presentation skills • Meticulous attention to detail • Experience working in a collaborative environment • Experience working with corporate partners • Confident in ability to quickly learn and navigate new platforms • Reliable, strong internet connection and access to a computer (one will not be provided) • Service-minded with a helpful approach • Proactive, candid communicator • Passion for our mission to close the gender gap in technology fields through a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion • Experience or knowledge of the tech industry, computer science, or adjacent fields (preferred) • Coding experience is not required Apply Job!