Instructional Aide Internship
This 180-day SkillBridge internship prepares transitioning service members for careers in education through a hands-on instructional aide role at an alternative high school serving at-risk youth. Interns will gain experience supporting classroom instruction, special education services, front office operations, and student engagement under the mentorship of certified teachers and administrators.The structured training includes weekly modules aligned to key education career competencies such as classroom management, lesson preparation, IEP support, small-group instruction, and school operations. Participants will receive professional development and also complete a capstone project that will help prepare interns determine and map out a career plan in teacher, school support, or school administration.
The Instructional Aide supports classroom instruction and school operations in an alternative high school serving at-risk youth. Working under the direction of highly qualified teachers and school administrators, the aide plays a key role in supporting special education compliance, preparing instructional materials, assisting with grading, and reinforcing classroom management strategies. Additional responsibilities include front desk support - such as handling attendance, assisting with daily communication, and opportunities to co-facilitate or lead elective class under teacher supervision. This hands-on role offers meaningful engagement with students who face academic, behavioral, or socio-emotional challenges, contributing to a structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway