Overview
Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.
We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.
The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from June 15 through August 7, 2026. A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place June 10–12. See below for more details.
Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.
The Opportunity
XQ Institute is the nation’s leading organization dedicated to rethinking the high school experience so every student graduates ready to succeed in college, career, and real life.
As the Educational Outcomes Audit & Analysis (EOAA) intern, you’ll support several key initiatives within the Schools and Systems (S&S) team—a core component of XQ’s mission. The S&S team’s work extends beyond individual schools to include data, research, evaluation, and policy efforts that strengthen systems and improve outcomes for all students. Driven by both data and storytelling, our work is grounded in deep research and strong partnerships with schools, districts, and states. Through this internship, you’ll gain firsthand experience in educational data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and program implementation while contributing to XQ’s mission to ensure that every student thrives.