AI Coordinator - Summer Associate (Casual) at Education Development Center

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

40.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Generative AI, Data Analysis, Python, Critical Thinking, Technical Communication, Prototyping, AI Tool Evaluation, Collaboration

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Company Description Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that works with partners to advance every person’s journey to learn, work, and be well. For more than 65 years, EDC has partnered with communities, governments, and private sector to improve education, workforce development and health outcomes. By combining interdisciplinary expertise with real-world experience, EDC works across these pillars to design, implement, and scale evidence-based solutions that help partners address complex challenges and create lasting change. Founded in 1958, EDC today brings together a global team working across the United States and around the world. Our diverse portfolio of programs is supported by federal agencies, philanthropic foundations, multilateral institutions, and corporate partners. Job Description About the Role EDC President's Office has an opening for a summer associate - AI Coordinator (Casual) for 8-10 weeks, who is actively pursuing a graduate degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or other related fields. AI Coordinator will support applied AI and data work across projects in education, workforce, and well-being. This role sits at the intersection of AI and advancing on our mission in a rapidly evolving world. This casual position receives statutory benefits of Social Security contributions, Medicare contributions, unemployment insurance, worker’s compensation insurance and sick leave. A casual position ends when work is complete. A key part of this role is working closely with EDC’s CEO and strategy and content experts who are leading work in key priority areas and balancing significant demands. The AI coordinator will need to listen carefully, communicate clearly, and collaborate in ways that are respectful of staff time while adding value. The coordinator will help the CEO and President’s Office staff explore and apply AI tools in ways that make their work stronger, faster, and more effective—translating emerging capabilities into practical support for leadership and organizational impact. This role will identify practical, mission-aligned ways AI and data can support existing work—The coordinator should be able to engage colleagues thoughtfully, surface useful opportunities, and contribute ideas that are both realistic and actionable. Importantly, this role is not only about suggesting possibilities. The AI Coordinator will create lightweight prototypes, examples, or demonstrations based on what they are learning from staff—helping colleagues see what AI-enabled solutions could look like in practice. A key part of the role is making the potential of AI tangible and accessible through concrete outputs, not just concepts. This role focuses on using data, AI and emerging technologies to: Strengthen services that promote individual and community well-being Support equitable access to learning and career opportunities Improve program effectiveness and decision-making Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or other related fields. Graduate student currently pursuing master’ degree in a related field Familiarity with generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, or similar platforms. Basic experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, Python, or similar tools) Ability to learn and evaluate emerging AI tools and technologies quickly. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to assess opportunities, limitations, and risks associated with AI applications Additional Information EDC affirms its steadfast commitment to uphold the highest standards of conduct, ensuring the protection of all individuals from misconduct, and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards any violation of these rights. Safeguarding refers to the measures and practices put in place to protect individuals, particularly vulnerable groups, from harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. At this time, the EDC is unable to support employment-based visa sponsorship. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. This position offers an anticipated base hourly range of approximately $20 to $40. Salary offers are made based on market analysis and internal equity. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the EDC job opportunities website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by e-mailing [email protected] or by calling 202.572.3781.

Responsibilities

The AI Coordinator will support the CEO and President's Office by exploring and applying AI tools to improve organizational effectiveness. This includes creating lightweight prototypes and demonstrations to translate AI capabilities into practical support for education and workforce projects.