Co-op: Work-Based Learning

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid: Tuesdays + one additional day/week)

Compensation: $25/hr (undergraduate), $28/hr (graduate)

Hours: 30–35/week

Duration: 4–6 months

Travel: Up to 15% (fully covered by Strada including flights, hotel, and meals)

Housing: Co-op participants are responsible for securing their own housing during the program

Are you a current postsecondary student with a passion for connecting education and employment? Strada Education Foundation is seeking a motivated co-op student to join our Work-Based Learning (WBL) team. This role is ideal for a current postsecondary student interested in the intersection of education, workforce development, and policy. Co-ops at Strada work on meaningful, high-impact projects while gaining exposure to nonprofit operations, leadership, and cross-functional teams.

Strada Education Foundation advances programs, policies, and partnerships that strengthen connections between education and employment—particularly for learners who have historically faced barriers to opportunity. Strada’s strategic plan focuses on five areas: clear outcomes, affordability, quality coaching, work-based learning, and employer alignment. We partner with education institutions, nonprofits, employers, startups, and policymakers to improve economic mobility for all learners.

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid: Tuesdays + one additional day/week)

Compensation: $25/hr (undergraduate), $28/hr (graduate)

Hours: 30–35/week

Duration: 4–6 months

Travel: Up to 15% (fully covered by Strada including flights, hotel, and meals)

Housing: Co-op participants are responsible for securing their own housing during the program

Are you a current postsecondary student with a passion for connecting education and employment? Strada Education Foundation is seeking a motivated co-op student to join our Work-Based Learning (WBL) team. This role is ideal for a current postsecondary student interested in the intersection of education, workforce development, and policy. Co-ops at Strada work on meaningful, high-impact projects while gaining exposure to nonprofit operations, leadership, and cross-functional teams.

Strada Education Foundation advances programs, policies, and partnerships that strengthen connections between education and employment—particularly for learners who have historically faced barriers to opportunity. Strada’s strategic plan focuses on five areas: clear outcomes, affordability, quality coaching, work-based learning, and employer alignment. We partner with education institutions, nonprofits, employers, startups, and policymakers to improve economic mobility for all learners.

To apply for the Strada Education Foundation Co-op please:

1. Answer the Application Questions

2. Attach Your Resume 

3. Submit a Cover Letter detailing your interest in this co-op and Strada’s mission