Summer 2026 Program Assistant (Meta Summer Academy)

Mission Bit•Menlo Park, CA

1d•$28•Onsite

About The Position

Mission Bit is a San Francisco-based nonprofit that inspires youth of color to explore the world of STEM with project-based computer science education that embraces their identities. We offer a variety of hands-on STEM education programs, including semester-long introductory coding courses. We are seeking a Summer Program Assistant to provide on-site support for our Intro to VR class at Meta HQ. This role is designed to ensure seamless program operations, enhance the student experience, and support our instructors. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and passionate about education equity. As the key on-the-ground presence, you’ll help manage logistics, provide real-time support, and build meaningful connections with students and instructors to capture the impact of our programs. You will report directly to the Director of Education. This role is in partnership with Meta’s Youth Summer Academy, hosted at Meta HQ. This is a seasonal, summer-based, in-person role based in Menlo Park, CA, approximately 10-20 hours/week from June 4, 2026, through July 30, 2026. Schedule Mondays: 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (In-person required) Evenings and Fridays occasionally required

Requirements

Have experience in program coordination or event planning
Are comfortable in public speaking settings and have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Have good organizational skills
Have experience working with a diverse group of individuals
Have values aligned with Mission Bit’s mission
Have a passion for education, tech, and supporting youth
Are comfortable suggesting and implementing new ideas that improve the quality and integrity of Mission Bit and our programming

Nice To Haves

Have experience working in a nonprofit or education setting
Have experience working with Unity, the Meta Quest, or VR development
Are bilingual in Spanish

Responsibilities

Ensure smooth daily activities, such as program reminders
Facilitate a weekly team meeting with the Mission Bit classroom team
Track and manage attendance and student surveys
Facilitate student orientation and support instructor orientation
Relay important messages, deadlines, and logistics to instructors/students.
Communicate updates, challenges, and needs from instructors/students with appropriate staff members
Assist with classroom observations and ensure feedback is documented.
Work collaboratively with Mission Bit’s Education and Programs teams in planning, development, communication, and implementation of Mission Bit’s vision
Troubleshoot tech issues or other logistical concerns
Participate in and support Mission Bit activities
Regularly update internal documents with upcoming meetings, events, and activities so that staff have access to accurate information
Maintain cross-functional communication across teams to support common goals
Maintain accurate staff notes and communication
Write a weekly report on program activities
Other related duties as assigned