Technology & Operations Intern (Volunteer/Scholarship)

If you like solving problems and getting things done, this role will give you reps.

Young Americans for Liberty is looking for a Technology & Operations Intern to support the systems and processes that keep the organization running.

This is not a narrow internship. You will work across technology and operations, helping execute the day-to-day work that allows teams to move faster and focus on higher-impact priorities.

If you are comfortable jumping into different types of work, learning quickly, and taking ownership of tasks, this role will give you exposure to how a real operations and tech function runs.

About the role

The Technology & Operations Intern supports YAL’s Technology Operations and broader Operations teams by handling a wide range of technical and operational tasks.

This role is intentionally broad. In a given week, you may work on spreadsheet cleanup, support triage, documentation, research, vendor follow-ups, event preparation, or small system updates. The value of this role is flexibility and execution.

You will work from an evolving task queue rather than a fixed set of responsibilities, supporting whatever work needs to get done. This role is designed to reduce day-to-day execution load so full-time staff can focus on higher-level system and operational priorities.

You will report to YAL’s IT Generalist and work directly with members of the Operations team.

📍 Location: Austin, TX preferred (remote considered for exceptional candidates)
🕒 Hours: 15–25 hours per week preferred
📅 Term: Semester or summer (flexible; one academic term standard)

This is an unpaid volunteer internship. A $2,500 scholarship will be awarded at the end of the internship. Academic credit is supported where applicable.

What you'll do

Execute operational and technical tasks

• Assist with support tickets, data cleanup, documentation, and research
• Perform spreadsheet organization and basic system updates
• Help with vendor follow-ups, contract filing, and event preparation
• Contribute to a variety of operational tasks across teams

Work from a flexible task queue

• Take on a variety of assignments based on current organizational needs
• Adapt quickly as priorities shift week to week
• Communicate proactively when blocked or unclear on scope

Support project-based work

• Assist with documentation, audits, and system organization
• Help standardize spreadsheets and workflows
• Contribute to small improvements that make systems easier to use

Learn how operations and tech functions work

• Participate in weekly check-ins and receive feedback
• Gain exposure to internal tools, systems, and workflows
• Build familiarity with operational and technical best practices

What Success Looks Like

• Tasks are completed accurately and consistently
• Operational work no longer bottlenecks Tech Ops or Operations teams
• Systems and data remain organized and reliable
• You demonstrate ownership, follow-through, and strong communication
• You leave with tangible, portfolio-worthy experience

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Google Sheets (formulas, structure, data cleanup)
• General technical comfort and ability to learn new tools quickly
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage a flexible workload and adapt to changing priorities
• Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions
• Self-starter mindset with a focus on execution
• Professional and discreet when handling internal information
• Strongly aligned with Young Americans for Liberty’s mission and principles.

Nice to have:

• Basic scripting experience (Apps Script, JavaScript, or Python)
• Exposure to CRM systems or admin tools

What you’ll gain

• Hands-on experience supporting real technology and operations systems
• Exposure to how a national organization runs internal processes
• Experience working across multiple operational functions
• Mentorship and feedback from YAL’s Technology Operations team
• Portfolio-worthy work you can use in future roles
•  A $2,500 scholarship will be awarded at the end of the internship. Academic credit is supported where applicable

Academic Credit (If Applicable)

This internship may qualify for academic credit through your college or university. YAL will work with your institution to complete the required documentation and verification. Interns are responsible for coordinating requirements and submitting materials on time.

To Apply

Please submit:

• Please submit a cover letter explaining your commitment to YAL’s mission of advancing liberty and how your personal philosophy aligns with our principles. In your cover letter, include your availability (hours per week & term) and whether you are seeking academic credit.
• Resume