Join our internship program
We invite mission-driven students to join our ecosystem through a high-value internship focused on instructional design, digital storytelling, and professional portfolio building. 100% remote.
Grant research and writing intern
We are looking for a Grant Research and Writing intern to help us secure the resources needed to pollinate our educational ecosystem. You will be navigating and researching opportunities and drafting compelling proposals that translate our Hikmat-Wisdom into sustainable, funded projects.
Why intern with us?
Since this is an unpaid position, we invest heavily in your professional capital. We focus on your preparedness as much as our own. This role focuses on teaching you how research organizations secure funding from global foundations and bilateral donors.
Masterclass in mentorship: Work directly with our specialists to see the full lifecycle of an international project in instructional design and educational technology.
Build your future with us: Grant writing is a high-paying professional skill. Having a successful grant on your resume is a "golden ticket" for your career.
Global standards: Learn to navigate international grant cultures, business, NGO communication, and systemic educational change.
A credible launchpad: Receive a personalized recommendation letter for future global master’s applications or high-tier job opportunities.
What is your role?
As our Grant Research and Writing Intern, you will participate in a structured, academic-focused training experience designed to introduce you to the fields of international development, institutional fundraising, and nonprofit communication.
Prospect research methodologies: Learn how to navigate international grant databases and institutional foundations. Under guidance, you will study how to identify funding opportunities aligned with EdTech, academic research, women's leadership, and sustainability goals.
Data gathering & impact analysis: Learn how to analyze organizational data to build a compelling "case for support."
Proposal development & drafting: Shadow our leadership team during the proposal creation process. You will gain hands-on experience by assisting in drafting foundational grant components, including statements of need, project goals, and post-program impact reports.
The details
Location: 100% remote (Work from anywhere).
Commitment: 10 hours per week (Flexible to your study schedule).
Duration: 3 months.
Status: Unpaid (Focused on high-value mentorship and portfolio building).
Who is the best candidate?
- Ideally, you are a student in International relations, Development Studies, Public Policy, or Education. You already know how to research and cite sources.
- Someone whose English is not just "good," but persuasive and formal. You must be able to argue why your project deserves funding over others.
Knowledge or interest in Central Asian languages and cultures is a plus.
What support do we offer?
We provide support through various channels, including email, Telegram, and phone, to assist with any queries. Elevate your professional trajectory as an intern through exclusive 1-on-1 leadership mentorship.
Ready to take the first step?
Send us your short bio and a writing sample (a research paper or a previous proposal).
Internship benefits
- Enhance your professional skills and knowledge
- Gain confidence through empowering experiences
- Develop a competitive advantage in your field
- Build a professional network and secure valuable references
Social media intern
Inspired by the hummingbird metaphor, we embody purposeful agility, proving that small, precise actions can pollinate and sustain an entire educational ecosystem. We don’t just post content, we pollinate ideas. We are looking for a creative, agile, and mission-driven Social Media intern to help us amplify our impact in education, women’s leadership, and environmental advocacy.
Why intern with us?
Since this is an unpaid position, we invest heavily in your professional capital. We focus on your preparedness as much as our own.
Masterclass in mentorship: Work directly with our specialist in instructional design and educational technology.
Build your digital DNA: We don't just give you tasks; we help you build a professional ePortfolio that showcases your strategic thinking.
Global standards: Learn to navigate international grant cultures, business, NGO communication, and systemic educational change.
A credible launchpad: Receive a personalized recommendation letter for future global master’s applications or high-tier job opportunities.
What is your role?
As our Social Media Intern, you will participate in a structured learning experience designed to show you how "one small step" in daily content strategy can create massive social impact.
Strategic storytelling: Learn how to translate complex educational and environmental concepts into "punchy," engaging formats. Under our guidance, you will study how to tailor messaging specifically for Instagram, LinkedIn, and the company blog.
Multimedia & video creation: You will learn how to visually bring brand storytelling to life, specifically exploring how to communicate our core "Hikmat" and "Hummingbird" metaphors through short-form video.
Community Engagement: Observe and learn modern digital community-building strategies. Under supervision, you will practice engaging with our audience of educators and changemakers, learning how to foster meaningful professional dialogue online.
The details
Location: 100% remote (Work from anywhere).
Commitment: 10 hours per week (Flexible to your study schedule).
Duration: 3 months.
Status: Unpaid (Focused on high-value mentorship and portfolio building).
Who is the best candidate?
You are a student or recent graduate in Marketing, Education, or Communications.
You are fluent in English (written and spoken).
Knowledge or interest in Central Asian languages and cultures is a plus.
You believe that innovation is about people, not just gadgets.
You are eager to learn instructional design principles, grant writing, and making a spark for good in the community.
What support do we offer?
We provide support through various channels, including email, Telegram, and phone, to assist with any queries. Elevate your professional trajectory as an intern through exclusive 1-on-1 leadership mentorship.
Ready to take the first step?
Skip the long cover letter. Send us your CV and a brief purposeful agility pitch. Show us how you move, adapt, and lead. We want to see your projects in action, not just on paper.
Internship benefits
- Enhance your professional skills and knowledge
- Gain confidence through empowering experiences
- Develop a competitive advantage in your field
- Build a professional network and secure valuable references
Strategic talent and marketing intern (Filled)
We are looking for a strategic-minded Talent and Marketing Specialist intern to help us translate complex educational innovations into compelling narratives. In this role, you won't just "advertise", you will cultivate an audience of change-makers, educators, and global partners. You will be the bridge between our deep-rooted Hikmat and the digital world.
Why intern with us?
Since this is an unpaid position, we invest heavily in your professional capital. We invest in your professional preparedness. In exchange for your time and creativity, you will receive:
Strategic mentorship: Work directly with an expert in international educational technology and instructional design.
A signature portfolio case study: We will guide you in building an ePortfolio that proves your ability to handle high-level, mission-driven branding.
Global branding experience: Learn how to position a brand for local and international grants, NGOs, and academic institutions.
Official recognition: A formal recommendation letter and a "Marketing Catalyst" certificate upon successful completion.
Your strategic impact
This interdisciplinary internship is designed for individuals looking to explore the intersection of Corporate Marketing and Strategic Human Resources.
Talent acquisition strategy: Observe the lifecycle of recruitment. You will learn how to draft strategic job descriptions, map out ideal candidate profiles, and research the best channels to find specialized talent. Assist in the launch of our new Ambassador program.
Community & ecosystem growth: Learn modern community-building strategies by observing how we engage with our audience of educators, changemakers, and potential job applicants.
Collaboration: You will work with our Social media intern and plan the topics for the blog, help finding partners, generate lead, and analyze blog traffic.
The details
Location: 100% remote (Work from anywhere).
Commitment: 10 hours per week (Flexible to your study schedule).
Duration: 3 months.
Status: Unpaid (Focused on high-value mentorship and portfolio building).
Who is the best candidate?
You are a student or recent graduate in Marketing, Business, or Communications.
You believe that innovation is about people, not just gadgets.
Someone who understands that marketing is about human connection, not just algorithms.
You are curious, agile, and ready to take "one small step" toward a massive career impact.
You are fluent in English (written and spoken).
Knowledge or interest in Central Asian languages and cultures is a plus.
What support do we offer?
We provide support through various channels, including email, Telegram, and phone, to assist with any queries. Elevate your professional trajectory as an intern through exclusive 1-on-1 leadership mentorship.
Ready to take the first step?
Skip the long cover letter. Send us your CV and a brief purposeful agility pitch. Show us how you move, adapt, and lead. We want to see your projects in action, not just on paper.
Internship benefits
- Enhance your professional skills and knowledge
- Gain confidence through empowering experiences
- Develop a competitive advantage in your field
- Build a professional network and secure valuable references
How do we evaluate interns?
Career Development
- Shows an awareness of their strengths and areas for development
- Develops plans and goals for their future career
- Displays curiosity; seeks out opportunities to learn
Communication
- Employs active listening, persuasion, and influencing skills
- Communicates in a clear and organized manner so that others can effectively understand
- Promptly informs relevant others when needing guidance with assigned tasks
Critical thinking
- Makes decisions and solves problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment
- Proactively anticipates needs and prioritizes action steps
- Multitasks well in a fast-paced environment
Equity & Inclusion
- Solicits and uses feedback from multiple cultural perspectives to make inclusive and equity-
- minded decisions
- Keeps an open mind to diverse ideas and new ways of thinking
- Demonstrates flexibility by adapting to diverse environments
Leadership
- Seeks out and leverages diverse resources and feedback from others to inform direction
- Uses innovative thinking to go beyond traditional methods
- Serves as a role model to others by approaching tasks with confidence and a positive
- attitude
Professionalism
- Prioritizes and completes tasks to accomplish organizational goals
- Has attention to detail, resulting in few if any errors in their work
- Shows a high level of dedication toward doing a good job
Teamwork
- Employs personal strengths, knowledge, and talents to complement those of others
- Collaborates with others to achieve common goals
- Builds strong, positive working relationships with supervisor and team members/coworkers
Technology
- Uses technology to improve efficiency and productivity of their work
- Quickly adapts to new or unfamiliar technologies
- Manipulates information, constructs ideas, and uses technology to achieve strategic goals
Intercultural awareness
- Steps outside of personal cultural frameworks to evaluate unfamiliar behaviors objectively and with curiosity.
- Decodes diverse communication styles.
- Demonstrates cultural empathy and active inquiry