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For over two decades, BrainPOP has been trusted by educators and parents worldwide as a source of engaging and impactful learning experiences for all kids. With a presence in over two-thirds of U.S. districts through school and district subscriptions and an estimated annual reach of 25 million students, BrainPOP is empowering kids to take agency over their learning and excel in and out of the classroom.
The company was acquired in 2022 by KIRKBI, the family-owned holding and investment company of the LEGO brand, marking a significant milestone as their first acquisition in the digital learning realm. We are thrilled to continue making learning fun and accessible with the strategic guidance and support of KIRKBI.
Internship Program Overview
BrainPOP’s Summer 2025 Internship Program provides an opportunity for college students to learn about the EdTech space from an industry leader and brand beloved by teachers and students. BrainPOP’s intern will participate in business relevant projects, collaborate with teams and leaders in the organization, and take part in our unique culture.
We are a hybrid workplace, and we welcome the Intern to work in the BrainPOP NYC office on Wednesdays during the course of the internship. Each Wednesday we’ll provide lunch, opportunities to interact onsite with teams, and host special programming and events throughout the experience.
Applications are open until March 28, 2025.
Please note: BrainPOP does not offer relocation or housing assistance for these internships.
Details
- Paid Internships for college students
- 8 weeks: June 9 - August 1, 2025
- 35 hours per week: Monday through Friday from 9:30 am - 5pm (30 minutes lunch).
- Hybrid schedule: Wednesdays in-person at the BrainPOP Office in NYC, with the option to work remotely on other days
- Lunch provided every Wednesday in the BrainPOP Office
- Special events and learning oriented programming
About The Role
BrainPOP’s Research and Design Team is part of the Product function. We lead user research and product design efforts that improve our product offerings and the overall user experience. The research team is responsible for learning about customers, end users, and general market landscape to better inform the design and product decisions we make.
In this internship, you’ll learn about the user research process from beginning to end. You’ll contribute to projects that evaluate existing functionality and explore new product features. You’ll partner with the Lead User Researcher and broader Product team to learn about planning, executing, and analyzing research projects. You’ll also get exposure to the systems we use to do all of the above.
In This Role, You Will
- Collaborate with Product Managers, Product Designers, and Learning Designers to drive research projects forward
- Be exposed to various research methods (i.e. interviews, usability testing, A/B tests, etc.)
- Deliver actionable insights that clearly identify problem areas, opportunities, or key next steps
- Help craft clear, precise research plans with well-defined requirements and/or instructions for collaborators
- Contribute to insights repository with both original insights and an eye on connecting the dots to a broader body of work on a theme/trend
On Your Resume
- A rising college junior or senior (preferred); preferred courses of study include Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Sociology
- Basic understanding of core research methods a strong plus; methods include interview, co-design facilitation, diary study, moderated/unmoderated usability, survey
- Ability to learn new concepts, frameworks and processes quickly, and apply learnings to tasks and projects in real time
- Comfortable communicating within the team/squad, and with key stakeholders and partners in the business
- Able to distill and communicate information and key findings as they emerge, and in summary at the end of a study
Location
The BrainPOP team operates in a hybrid work environment: Each role has remote flexibility and an in-person component at our New York headquarters or other meeting locations. Based on the requirements of a specific role, we may prioritize hiring within a commutable distance of our New York headquarters or in another region relevant to that role.
We can employ individuals residing in the following approved hiring states*:
- Connecticut
- New Jersey
- New York
#LI-DNI
We take a geo-neutral approach to compensation within the US, meaning that we pay based on job function and level, not location. We have competitive pay bands for all other countries based on market standards. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including experience level, skill set, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. Based on these factors, we expect most of the candidates offered roles at our company to fall healthily throughout the range. We recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description, as posted. If so, the updated salary range will be communicated to you as a candidate.
USA Pay Scale
$16.50—$16.50 USD
At BrainPOP, our work directly impacts how teachers teach and students learn. They inspire us to build solutions that facilitate joy and meaningful learning outcomes. Our commitment to educators and kids is reflected in our dedication to the BrainPOP team: ensuring their experience is empowering, creative, collaborative, playful, and anchored in learning and growth.
Our team is made up of educators, data scientists, published authors, engineers, artists, bakers, film buffs, cyclists, dual citizens, and so much more. We value diversity and inclusion, collaboration, and learning from multiple perspectives.
We believe that a diverse organization is a more effective organization. BrainPOP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
For over two decades, BrainPOP has been trusted by educators and parents worldwide to provide engaging and impactful learning experiences for all kids. With a presence in over two-thirds of U.S. districts through school and district subscriptions and an estimated annual reach of 25 million students, BrainPOP is empowering kids to take agency over their learning and excel in and out of the classroom.
The company was acquired in 2022 by KIRKBI, the family-owned holding and investment company of the LEGO brand, marking a significant milestone as their first acquisition in the digital learning realm. We are thrilled to continue making learning fun and accessible with the strategic guidance and support of KIRKBI.
Why Work With Us
BrainPOP is a pioneering Edtech brand whose iconic products have been beloved and trusted by millions of kids, educators, and parents for more than two decades. Our mission-driven team is committed to empowering kids to succeed and thrive in the classroom and beyond.
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BrainPOP Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
The BrainPOP team operates in a hybrid work environment: Each role has remote flexibility and an in-person component at our New York headquarters or other meeting locations.
